Sparky Saturdays at the M&S Archive

About

Sparky Saturdays runs on the M&S Archive in Leeds on the second Saturday of each month, offering free themed activities for families and curious minds. With new hands-on experiences each time, visitors can enjoy interactive trails, crafting, dressing-up, archive exploration, and more. The event is hosted at the Michael Marks Building on the University of Leeds campus and includes light refreshments with space to enjoy a packed lunch.

Each month’s edition focuses on a different part of the M&S story, from product packaging and festive crafting to detective-style clue solving. Families are invited to drop in and get involved at their own pace.

Date and Time

• Dates: Second Saturday of each month
• Time: Drop-in between 10am and 4pm

Event Highlights

• Free themed family activities every month
• Interactive trails, crafts and archive displays
• Light refreshments available, or bring your own lunch
• No booking required – just turn up and join in

Upcoming Sessions

• 8 November – Christmas Family Crafternoon: Make festive creations with help from the Archive’s expert crafters
• 13 December – Christmas at M&S! Enjoy holiday-themed fun and hands-on activities

Entry

Entry to Sparky Saturdays is completely free. No tickets or booking required. All ages welcome.

Plan Your Visit

Venue Address:
M&S Archive
Michael Marks Building
University of Leeds
LS2 9LP

• By Car: Limited parking is available on campus. Public transport is recommended where possible.
• By Public Transport: The University of Leeds is a short walk from Leeds Train Station and well served by local buses.

Accessibility

The M&S Archive is fully accessible. Accessible toilets and seating are available, and staff are on hand to assist where needed. Please contact the venue ahead of your visit for any specific requirements.

For more information and the latest updates, visit: archive.marksandspencer.com