In 1939, just prior to the outbreak of World War II, there were 316 boys in the school. Click here to view large image It…
In 1948 I was lucky enough to pass the 11-plus and win a place at Burton Boys’ Grammar School, becoming a “Grammar Grub” as such…
Back Row: Peter Butlin, Don Elliot, Mick Darby, Stuart Haywood, Gordon Snell, Ian Miller, Alan Worthington Middle Row: Trevor Botterill, Peter Bennett, Alan Marshall, Brian…
Swimming was always a feature of the Burton Grammar School. In the very early days, the school used to have wooden huts next to the…
PART 1 This is a transcription of Harold Moodey’s ‘Outline History of the Burton Grammar School’ as appears on the website as a series of…
The Cadet Company was first recognised by the Staffordshire territorial army in December 1917, and continued doing drills and exercises until 1931 when the ministry…
Remembered by T.H. Quayle L.VISc. Two cadets, one from each section of the School C.C.F., were invited to attend the Cadet Royal Centenary Parade on…
As remembered by A.J. Williams, U.VISc On November 1st, 1960, members of the Music Club accompanied by several members of staff visited the De Montfort…
Like many Grammar Schools, Burton followed the tradition of playing Rugby rather than football. The only winter alternative was cross-country. Whilst it is nice to…
Back Row: B01, B02, B03, B04, B05, B06, B07, B08 Middle Row: M01, M02, M03 (Capt.), M04, M05, M06 Front Row: F01, F02