The Archive will be closed to the public on Thursday 5th and Friday 6th March.
Sparky Saturdays: The Science of Schoolwear
Back to school time – new school uniform needs to work as hard as you do! Discover how M&S puts schoolwear to the test, and design your own experiment to measure the strength and durability of our fabrics.
Bring the whole family to explore our exhibition and enjoy a cuppa.
You can also browse our dressing-up rails, try the Percy Trail and go shopping in the Penny Bazaar.
Free light refreshments included, or bring a packed lunch and use our indoor picnic space.
Have a look at our Family Visits page to find out more about getting here and what to expect.
Booking details: No need to book, just drop in – it’s all free!
Event details
| Date | 12 September 2026 |
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| Time | 10:00am–4:00pm |
| Location | M&S Archive Michael Marks Building University of Leeds LS2 9LP |