The Farms of Burton Author: Chris Bennett The origins of farming in Burton are not clearly known in detail, but we can expect they date back several hundreds of years. The land surrounding Burton may well have been a part of the much larger Castle Combe Estate which has swathes Read more…
Cecil James Packer (1910–47) & Burton Garage Author: Chris Bennett This article will primarily focus on providing some information on a couple of photographs which have been circulating around the village for a number of years. They provide an unusual scene but perhaps when you read further into this article Read more…
The Shops of Burton Author: Chris Bennett This article will focus on the number and variety of shops that were trading in the village of Burton, and as we will see, there have been quite a variety, perhaps the norm in such rural areas, as the majority of local villagers Read more…
This year, Burton ‘s Halloween Trail went full-on spook-fest, with ghoulishly creative decorations. Much scary fun had by all…living or dead. Click on links below for short retrospectives. Halloween in Daylight Halloween by Night
Dear Lottery Club members, The seventy eighth (pre-Christmas bonus) draw of the 100 Club Lottery took place on the 26th Nov 2021. The draw was made by Matt Warburton from the OHH pub 1st prize (£100) was won by Graham Coates 2nd prize ((£70) was won by Monica Clark Read more…
Dear Readers, Welcome to the twelfth edition of the new look Bugle newsletter. A big thank you to everyone who has contributed to the content. To view the Bugle Click here The editorial team would welcome and feedback, any comments please to Bugle@burtonvillage.org.uk Regards Chris On behalf of the editorial team
This Saturday, 27 November, 3:30 – 5:00pm at St Mary the Virgin, Nettleton & Burton Get set for Christmas with lots of festive cheer! Just some of the crafts and produce available on the day: ALN Art – display by talented local artist, Alex Newman The Burton Baker– home Read more…
We’ve received some stunning photos so far for entry to the calendar. If you want to submit an entry, there is still time, but don’t delay. Check the details of format, content and how to submit here. To register your interest in buying a calendar, email BCAphotocompetition@gmail.com. All entries will go Read more…
The Foundling (2020) by Stacy Halls. Description The captivating Sunday Times bestseller from the author of The Familiars Two women, bound by a child, and a secret that will change everything . . . London, 1754. Six years after leaving her illegitimate daughter Clara at London’s Foundling Hospital, Bess Bright Read more…
Whether you use a smartphone or up to the minute camera equipment, we want to hear from you. This month’s theme: Fire & Ice For eligibility criteria and how to enter, click here. Be as creative as you like with your interpretation of the theme. You may Read more…