Fun, free and for everyone!

Join us on the second Saturday of each month, it’s free to visit and there’s no need to book.

As well as our interactive exhibition, which includes dressing up rails, a Penny Bazaar shop and mini-cinema, you can have a go at a hands-on activity and try our exhibition trails – there’s something for everyone!

Activities run from 10am to 4pm. We’ve got free fruit, biscuits and drinks, including vegan and gluten-free options and you can use our indoor picnic space to eat your own food.

There’s more information on our Family Visits page, or get in touch with any questions – we’re happy to help.

8 August: Perfect Prints 

Take a closer look at printed fabrics in the Archive and join our expert printer to create your own relief print to take home. 

12 September: 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. 

10 October: Looking Good 

Can you design a shop window that will wow the crowds? Learn what it takes to become an M&S Visual Merchandiser and create your own window masterpiece! 

14 November: Christmas Crafternoon 

Discover the amazing archive collection with exciting hands-on activities led by some brilliant Yorkshire crafters, choose from a range of crafty activities with a festive feel and make something brilliant to take home. 

12 December: Christmas Jumper Day 

Get into the festive spirit and end the year in style! Create a design for a very merry Christmas jumper, the bolder the better!