Burton's outdoor art trail
Welcome to Burton Swans
The Trail Is Now Closed!
Sadly, the swans can’t stay forever – but there’s now a chance to buy one, with all the proceeds going to help Burton YMCA, which has been forced to cancel numerous events due to Covid-19.
The ‘swan song’ online-only auction will be hosted by Richard Winterton, of Richard Winterton Auctioneers, from 7.30pm on Monday, October 26.
For more details as we have them, and lots of swan crafts and project information, visit our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages
About the trail
Sponsors
A big thank you to all the businesses who have sponsored our 25 scintillating swans. Vist our sponsors page to find out more.
Artists
Meet the artists who have helped to create a memorable, exciting and fun experience for Burton residents and visitors which will have lasting economic, social and charitable benefits for the town.
Our Sponsors
A big thank you to everyone who has helped us
Here's what they had to say :)
Tilley
Red Door
Burton Swans is an opportunity for artists, businesses, schools, community groups and the public to work together towards something really exciting in Burton. An opportunity to celebrate the area and to get outdoors and enjoy the town in a new way. I'm excited about helping create that sense of community.
Chloe
Brewhouse
The Brewhouse is very proud to be part of the Burton Swans project. I am very excited that the project has already gained so much support and can’t wait to see what designs the artists and schools come up with. It is a great opportunity for local artists and businesses to come together to put burton on the map.
Our Chosen Charity
Burton and District YMCA is an independent Christian charity helping people in crisis regardless of faith, gender, race or ability. The charity believes that everyone deserves a place to call home and it provides 71 rooms across three sites for people who are homeless. The YMCA also provides practical and emotional support to equip people with the skills and confidence they need to build a brighter future where they can belong, contribute and thrive in our community. A YMCA food bank, based at the Reconnect Centre on James Street in Burton, issues emergency supplies all-year round to people in crisis and four YMCA shops provide affordable furniture for families across Staffordshire and Derbyshire. In recent years the YMCA has been a lead partner in providing a winter shelter for rough sleepers.
Latest News
10/2020
Burton Swans project - auction date 26th October
On 26th October the auction will be live streamed by Richard Winterton Auctioneers Ltd from 7.30pm.
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08/2020
Keep safe on the trail
We have been working with the council on new guidelines to keep everyone safe during the current pandemic
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06/2020
Design a swan for our key-workers competition
Winning design to become one of our swan sculptures
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