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Timelines

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Where will you start? Explore our timelines

Covering key milestone moments in M&S history, our timelines give an overview of changes and developments within each theme.

We’re always working on new timelines, so watch this space. If there’s a theme that you’d like us to explore, let us know and we’ll see what we can do.

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The M&S Story

Discover the remarkable story of Marks & Spencer.

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Food

From covering the basics to making every day delicious – how our food has developed since 1884.

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Advertising and Branding

Evolving our brand and advertising since 1884.

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Corporate Social Responsibility

M&S doing the right thing since 1884

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Menswear

How we’ve clothed men since the 1920s – from basic workwear to the latest fabric innovations.

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Homeware

How M&S has been making a house a home since 1884.

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