The Archive will be closed from Monday 10 to Friday 14 August for essential building works, and on Monday 31 August for the Bank Holiday - we apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Collection - M&S Archive

Home Collection

Find out more about the M&S Archive and how to use it.

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About the Collection

Our archive collection contains c.72,000 items from 1884 to the present.
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Research

We’re committed to providing access to our unique collection to support and inspire research, learning and innovation
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Reading Room

Everything you need to know about using our Reading Room to access archive records
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Archive Catalogue

Our Archive Catalogue is the best way to search the collection in more detail
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Digital Archive

What is the Digital Archive?
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Donate to the Collection

Have you got any M&S treasures tucked away?

Information and links

Location

M&S Archive
Michael Marks Building
University of Leeds
LS2 9LP
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Opening hours

Closed Mon 10 to Friday 14 August for essential building works, and Monday 31 for the Bank Holiday.
Monday-Friday and second Saturday of every month
10am-4pm
Bank Holidays - closed

Contact us

Email: archive@mands.com

Tel: 0208 7182 800

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