Marsden Mechanics

01/09/2026

New event just added to our website!

Toni & Fi present a Creative Wellbeing Workshop in the large meeting room at Marsden Mechanics, running from 10am to 3pm. Spaces are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment using the link below: paypal.me/Wellbeing519 Crystal Workshop with Fi Explore crystals and their connection to the...

31/08/2026

From Leeds to sound systems across the globe, Iration Steppas Official have spent 35 years pushing dub forwards.

Mark Iration and Dennis Rootikal first met in the early 1990s, helping shape a new West Yorkshire sound that went on to influence generations of producers and selectors.

Now the Vanguard of Dub are bringing their legendary sound system to Marsden.

Saturday 17th October
7pm-12am
Marsden Mechanics

Expect rare dubplates, heavyweight bass and dubs galore.

Tickets available in advance or on the door, unless sold out.

Chocolate Fireguard

30/08/2026

⛈⛈ Due to a yellow weather warning we have had to postpone today's Play Wild session in Marsden Woods.
We're sorry for the disappointment but we'll be running the session on Saturday 5th September 1-3pm instead, so we hope you can join us then!

27/08/2026

An evening with Women’s Prize-longlisted author Sheena Kalayil

Join us on Thursday 10th September as Sheena discusses her powerful fourth novel, The Others: a story of love, identity and displacement, set against the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Doors and bar from 7pm. Talk from 7.30pm.

Tickets bought for 25th June remain valid.

26/08/2026

Marsden Woods are full of things to find.

This Sunday, come and play wild beneath the trees. Craft, build, explore and discover together at our free Rooted Forest School drop-in.

Sunday 30th August, 1–3pm
Marsden Woods, near Tunnel End (by the metal sheep!!)
Free and open to all, particularly suited to ages 4–11

No booking needed. Just come along.

26/08/2026

Congratulations to B,B and D who are this month's winners on our lottery.
Thank you for supporting us!
https://youtu.be/4s8uYQCoflE

If you would like to join us, full details at marsdenmechanics.co.uk/lottery, and you have 5 days left to be included from the September draw.

22/08/2026

You might look at these images and think (quite rightly) "Goodness me, the countryside surrounding Marsden is beautiful. I want my kids to understand it better."

If that is what you're thinking, then you're in luck! As part of Marsden Mechanics' new nature programme, we're hosting a free family drop-in in Marsden Woods.

Sunday 30th August, 1-3pm

Explore, create, build and discover

Best suited to ages 4-11

Near Tunnel End (by the metal sheep!)

Children must be accompanied by an adult

No booking needed - just come along and play in the wild with us...

20/08/2026

MARSDEN JAZZ FESTIVAL presents: Alligator Gumbo!

Playing together since 2011, the Leeds based ensemble bring the joyful, rough edged energy of early jazz to life, taking audiences back to the roaring 20s and the heyday of New Orleans swing!

19/08/2026

If you've not seen The Gelatos yet where have you been?

Serving up a joyful celebration of the classic sounds of the 40s and 50s, with an Italian twist... You’ll hear plenty of swing, big band favourites and nods to the likes of Louis Prima, Benny Goodman and Count Basie.

Brought to you as part of Marsden Jazz Fest!