Events

Presented by Friends of Marsden Library – Keeping Marsden Library open Stella will read from her book ‘Library Lives: a constellation of books and objects from the Rylands’, exploring the myriad of extraordinary objects in the John Rylands Library’s collections of rare books, manuscripts, archives, objects and art. Free – booking link will appear here...

Join Mikron on our latest musical adventure to the Great British Seaside! Wouldn’t you trade anything for a trip to the beach? A centuries old tradition, full to the brim with nostalgia and escapism! But as history ticks on, some places get left behind…

Alligator Gumbo have been playing together since the summer of 2011. Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, they have played extensively around the country to rave reviews – from rowdy bars to some of the UK’s most prestigious jazz festivals. Playing jazz from the hey-day of the New Orleans swing/jazz era, in particular the “roaring 20s”,...

In the faraway forest of Loafland, Mr & Mrs Funfetti are baking up a treat to overcome their loneliness, but when their new family member escapes, chaos and mayhem ensues. Will the gingerbread man get eaten by biscuit loving beasties? Will he ever find his way back home again? Or will the lure of fame...

Join us on an extraordinary journey with Tenterhooks, a groundbreaking collaboration between Marsden-born Poet Laureate Simon Armitage, the acclaimed band LYR, Marsden Mechanics and, most importantly, the people of Marsden. This visionary project invites the local community to take part in a series of creative workshops and events, where together, we will work the rich...

In 2016 Ben Crosland released the critically acclaimed album The Ray Davies Songbook, a tribute to the Kinks iconic singer/composer Ray Davies, following a commission to create these imaginative jazz arrangements by the Marsden Jazz Festival. Crosland began his musical education at the age of thirteen playing along to the Kinks’ singles on the Dansette...

Join us for a heart-warming afternoon as the voices of the Colne Valley and beyond unite in song! With each note we raise funds for charity, making a positive impact on our community while celebrating singings uplifting and uniting power. Come together with friends, family, and neighbours for an unforgettable afternoon at Valley Voices Choir...

Free valuation day here, in our small meeting room between 10am and 2pm, by Sheffield Auction Gallery. Senior Valuer Alison Gillatt, and Sarah Clark, will be happy to appraise your items.   

All welcome to this talk by Judi Thorpe. Admission £4 on the door. Doors open 7pm, talk starts 7.30pm.

Enjoy an illustrated talk from Hannah Dale, the artist behind successful stationery and gift design company Wrendale Designs, about the ambitious rewilding project that she and her husband have undertaken on their 300-acre farm.  When Hannah and Jack inherited his father’s farm in North Lincolnshire, they soon realised that the poor soil made it challenging...

It’s New York City. It’s the ‘90s.  And this is the world’s craziest sitcom. A parody of classic TV such as Seinfeld, Frasier and Friends and completely improvised from your suggestions, could this show BE any funnier? Awarded best improv show at Edinburgh Fringe 2022 by Theatre Weekly. From some of the multi-award-winning minds behind...

For years, audiences have raved about their incredible performances. Their unique take on Simon & Garfunkel’s timeless classics has left fans of all ages in awe. Tim Chu, a seasoned session musician with a music portfolio spanning TV, film, and radio, has been a lifelong devotee of Paul Simon’s music. Those classic LPs were the...