Events

Gaza is a feature-length documentary film that brings us into a unique place beyond the reach of television news reports to reveal a world rich with eloquent and resilient characters, offering us a cinematic and enriching portrait of a people attempting to lead meaningful lives against the rubble of perennial conflict. “The film has real value...

Marsden Cuckoo Day returns! There will be a mini-cafe (cakes, bakes and more) run by Marsden Scouts between 10 and 3, stalls, and entertainment in our main hall during the day time. Poster below, but please keep an eye out for updated posters on the day.  

The writer and naturalist Amy-Jane Beer talks about her lyrical and moving new book: The Flow: Rivers, Water and Wildness, which won the prestigious Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing (2023).  In partnership with the Friends of Marsden Library.  On New Year’s Day 2012, Amy-Jane Beer’s friend Kate set out with a group to kayak the...

Voted ‘Comedians’ Comedian of The Year 2022’, Jo Caulfield is “quite simply, a damn funny woman.” (The Guardian) Jo has appeared on Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You, The John Bishop Show, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, The Royal Variety Performance, and Richard Osman's House of Games. Nominated as “the best female Stand...

We’re sorry this event has sold out, you can go on the returns list by calling 01484 843701 or emailing admin@mikron.org.uk The Pendale and District Ramblers are looking forward to their 50th anniversary walk. But the path has been blocked by the landowner. How will they find their way through? Maybe we’re all just trying to...

Experience the harmony of community spirit at Valley Voices Choir Fest! Join us for an electrifying afternoon as the melodious voices of the Colne Valley and beyond unite in song. From soul-stirring ballads to toe-tapping tunes, immerse yourself in a symphony of talent—all for a noble cause. With each note, we raise funds for charity,...

Graphic Novelist Polyp will be back in the Library on 23 May talking about his latest work, described as ‘a short graphic history of the intense struggle for the UK vote’. Polyp will talk about the project and how he approaches creating a graphic novel, and will be available for book sales and signing afterwards....

Silent Uproar presents DEAD GIRLS RISING “Katie and Hannah love murder. They go to bed listening to podcasts about serial killers; they clutch blankets glued to gruesome documentaries. They're in deep. Burrowing beneath the skin, beneath the guts, beneath the veins and blood and mess of flesh. They're not sure if they can stop, and...

Sam Danson and Emmerson & Ward present’ BI-TOPIA by Sam Danson Directed by Rikki Beadle-Blair BI-TOPIA is a ‘Hilarious, honest and raw’ coming-of-age story, exploring the highs and lows of the Bisexual experience, bravely delving into under-represented links between poor mental health, sexuality and masculinity. Join Sam; a self-confessed people-pleaser, in the war room as he...

True North Music presents Marsden Americana & Bluegrass Day, a midsummer extravaganza of Americana, bluegrass, folk and roots music, with performances from exceptional acoustic artists from both sides of the Atlantic, as well as participatory workshops in step dancing and singing. The event is expected to run 1.30pm to 10.30pm approx. JAKE BLOUNT TRIO (USA)...

COMEDY AT THE MECHANICS IS BACK! In collaboration with KMC Comedy Marsden Mechanics presents Comedy at the Mechanics Headliner: Tony Burgess Tony Burgess is an award winning stand-up comedian, writer and actor based in Manchester: With his instantly engaging stage persona, Tony weaves fantastic gags into sometimes surreal stories about northern family life, which for...

Since 2016 Onwards Festival has been an annual Huddersfield town centre music and art festival. For the first time ever the 2024 festival is happening in the Colne Valley. Come and join us for a full day of gorgeous music in the beautiful landscape between Slaithwaite and Marsden. King Zepha Marsden Mechanics @ 8:30pm King...