Burton Local History

What year was the first police station opened in Burton?

• 1802
• 1822
• 1842

What year was Burton Abbey founded?

• 1002
• 1102
• 1202

What was the telephone number of Burton fire station in 1901?

• 999
• 100
• 1

What year did the tramway system open in Burton?

• 1903
• 1913
• 1923

Where was Burton Grammar School before Winshill?

• There wasn't one
• Waterloo Street
• Bond Street

What year was Burton Leander Rowing Club formed?

• 1847
• 1897
• 1947

What does Burton`s official Latin motto translate to?

• Rivers Promote Trade
• Honour Sustaines the Arts
• Beer Sustains Armies

What year did the (domed building) Magistrates Court open?

• 1870
• 1890
• 1910

What year was Rolleston Hall almost destroyed by fire?

• 1871
• 1891
• 1911

Which king features in the stonework on Burton Market Hall?

• William I
• John
• Edward I