Digital Hearing Aids Burton-on-Trent – Digital hearing aids Staffordshire

Digital Hearing Aids Burton-on-Trent – Digital hearing aids Staffordshire

Nationally we have a lot to thank Burton-on-Trent for and it’s mostly due to the water!  The water here is special, coming from deep wells and collecting natural minerals on its way to produce a pure clear natural product.

What does all of this mean?  Well most importantly that it has been perfect for brewing.  Burton-on-Trent sometimes known just as Burton is known as the ‘brewing capital’ of the UK.  At one time 4 out of every 5 pints of beer drunk in the UK were produced in Burton.  Even now Burton still has 8 breweries.

The Bass Brewery was the most well known.  It was founded back in the 18th century by William Bass and very quickly began exporting to Russia.  Bass was the first registered trade mark in England easily recognisable by its iconic red triangle.  The Bass Brewery was also amongst the first top 30 FT companies on the London Stock Exchange.  Bass is now produced by Inbev/Marston and Molston Coors Brewery.

There are still 8 breweries in Burton-on-Trent including Coors and Marston as well as the local Burton Bridge Brewery, Tower Brewery and the White Shield Micro Brewery.  Cheers!

What did you say?
Cheers!  Are you having difficulty catching everything in a conversation and having to ask people to repeat themselves?  Do you wish everyone would speak up?  If you think your ability to hear has decreased, you can book a free hearing test with your local Hearing Aids Office.

Hearing impairment can have many causes sometimes it’s just a simple build up of earwax which can be easily removed with professional cleaning.  Or it could be the side-effect of another health condition like measles or meningitis or simply the aging process.  Whatever the cause, give us a call and we can set the ball in motion starting with a free hearing test.  Our phone number is 01782 69 80 90.

Love it or hate it
A by product of brewing is Marmite.  The Marmite Food Company was established in 1902 in Burton.  Marmite is produced from the waste yeast left over from brewing.  Back then the yeast was mainly the by-product of the Bass Brewery, now it’s wider ranging.  Marmite is either loved or hated there is no in between, but one thing’s for certain it’s definitely good for you as it’s packed with Vitamin B.  It is or was universally missed by people living abroad.

Bring out the Branston
The suburb of Branston is where Branston Pickle was first made although production is now in Bury St Edmunds.  This popular pickle or chutney is almost as iconic as Marmite, though it rarely receives the same passion.  It is regularly served as part of a Ploughman’s lunch in pubs and often enjoyed in a cheese and pickle sandwich.

Burton is very proud of its heritage and is home to the National Brewery Centre where you can see artefacts and learn about the brewing process.  Of course you get to taste a local beer brewed on the premises too.

More heritage
Burton boasts one of the oldest Rugby Union clubs, Burton RUFC, football team Burton Albion playing in the NPower League 2 tables and proudly, the newly opened English National Football Centre.  This is where national coaching and development for the FA and the England teams will take place.

Burton also has a number of notable cricket clubs in the area.

Who do you know from Burton?
Burtonians, as people from Burton on Trent are often known, have made names for themselves in many ways:

·         First there’s William Bass who founded the Bass Brewery back in 1777

·         Michael Bass, 1st Baron Burton was the great grandson of William.  Like his ancestors before him, he carried on the brewing business but added MP and philanthropist to his list of achievements.  It was his political status which eventually earned him the title

·         John Jervis, 1st Earl of St Vincent was educated at Burton Grammar School.  Despite his father’s plans for him to go to the Bar, he joined the Royal Navy eventually becoming admiral of the Fleet

·         Edward Wightman grew up in Burton-on-Trent and went to Burton Grammar School.  He was burnt at the stake for Heresy – the last religious martyr in England to be punished in this way

·         The Peel family who founded the Peelers the ancestors of our police force lived in Burton

·         BAFTA Award winning actor Paddy Considine is a Burtonian.  He’s best known for appearances in In America and Dead Men’s Shoes

·         Jacky Newcomb aka The Angel Lady lives in the area.  She has published many books on angels and appeared on many TV programs

·         Musician Joe Jackson was born in Burton; he’s best known for his award winning single Is she really going out with him?

·         Jeremy Clarkson spent sometime at nearby Repton School before being expelled

·         The late Phil Seaman, a jazz drummer, was born here

·         BBC presenter Alastair Yates is a Burtonian.  His first job was at Radio Derby


Are you a Burtonian?  If you live in the area or know someone who does and might need a hearing test, then please get in touch.  Of course we need to have the person in question’s permission to contact them.

Remember there are many causes for hearing impairment and we are happy to offer a free hearing test with a professional audiologist.  If you think we can help, why not give us a call on 01782 69 80 90 on their behalf or encourage them to contact us via our online form.  All their details will be kept secure and not shared.