Sparky Saturdays: Finishing Touches
Take inspiration from the archive to create your own 3D badge or keyring. Design and make your own awesome accessory to make a style statement.
Bring the whole family to explore our exhibition, enjoy a cuppa and try our activity.
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.
No need to book, just drop in – it’s all free!
More Events
History Wardrobe: Mary Quant – Fashion Icon
24th April 2026 - 24th April 2026
Lucy Ridley browses the rails of History Wardrobe’s Quant collection, exploring key trends of the era and showcasing fabulous fashions, including frocks, tights, boots, make-up…
Sparky Saturdays: You’re the boss!
9th May 2026 - 9th May 2026
Design and run your own M&S store. What will your store look like? What will you sell? How will you welcome customers and look after…
Guest Speaker – Shopping for Style in the Second World War, with Dr Lucy McConnell
15th May 2026 - 15th May 2026
Join dress historian Dr Lucy McConnell to explore the history of Utility clothing at M&S. Visitors will get the chance to take a closer look…
Have a Go at Half Term: Magnificent Millinery
28th May 2026 - 28th May 2026
Hold onto your hats! We are stepping into the summer season in style creating wearable art inspired by over a century of millinery at M&S.…
Sparky Saturdays: Summer Styling
13th June 2026 - 13th June 2026
It’s summer holiday season, and time for a new M&S summer campaign. As Creative Director you’re in charge – styling, script, photography. Show the world…
Guest Speaker – Style, Fit and Comfort: Considering Men’s Underwear with Dr Shaun Cole
3rd July 2026 - 3rd July 2026
Take a closer look at the design and role of men’s underwear in the late 20th and early 21st century. Writer and curator Dr Shaun…
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