We never know where life will take us. The path forever twists and turns in unexpected directions. Singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Ben Cramer a.k.a. Old Sea Brigade, never imagined he would be living almost 5,000 miles away from his native Georgia in Sweden as a husband and father. However, that’s where he is now!

Moreover, he’s sharing the story of this unpredictable journey on his 2024 EP series If Only I Knew (Parts 1 & 2) [Nettwerk Music Group].

A season of change informs the seven tracks on Part 1.

Most of the writing of Naima Bock’s second album, Below A Massive Dark Land (out 27 September via Sub Pop), was a solitary affair. It may not sound it – it’s made up of strong, purposeful arrangements with a huge host of musicians; filled with cradling space and warm light. This will also come as a surprise to anyone who has seen Naima perform in the time since the release of her 2022 debut Giant Palm, undoubtedly a communal experience.

Leeds based indie songsmith Jacob Andrews crafts laidback yet wistful musings under the alias Big Warm Bed. Big Warm Bed navigates themes of friendship and loss through a tasteful retro-rock lens akin to Kevin Morby, Whitney and Willie J Healey.
 

Nine is the ninth official studio album from Dreadzone which is due for release in October 2024 on CD & Double Vinyl. It’s a reflection of the last 5 years and a culmination of growing and re-inventing the Dread sound. Dreadzone have been releasing albums and progressively bettering, refining and perfecting their own unique and inimitable take on dub since their inception in 1993. They have successfully navigated through an ever-changing musical landscape and have been a creative force now for over three decades.

Euros Childs has been making music for over thirty years, as a solo artist and as the frontman of Gorky's Zygotic Mynci. He's released 19 solo albums to date, most of which have appeared on his own National Elf label. Since 2019 Euros has also been playing keyboards and lending his voice to Teenage Fanclub, appearing on their last two albums.

Join us in the Gallery between 10am & 4pm for the launch of our summer exhibition all about food!

Edible Archives

Visit the Gallery between 11am & 2pm to discover Sonia and Harry's (Edible Archives) delicious interpretation of our Museum & Textile Archive!

"We will delve into the Sunny Bank Mills Archive to create a playful, sweet and interactive sharing - drawing on hundreds of years of dying, pattern making, and colour theory in the world of textiles."

Free to drop in and get involved!

This Summer School is perfect for children who love making and creating! Each day we will be doing a different mix of creative, engaging, and playful arts and crafts - including textile collage, ceramic sculpting, drawing, creative writing, and more! There will also be some movement and dance activities!

This Summer School is perfect for children who love making and creating! Each day we will be doing a different mix of creative, engaging, and playful arts and crafts - including textile collage, ceramic sculpting, drawing, creative writing, and more! There will also be some movement and dance activities!

This Summer School is perfect for children who love making and creating! Each day we will be doing a different mix of creative, engaging, and playful arts and crafts - including textile collage, ceramic sculpting, drawing, creative writing, and more! There will also be some movement and dance activities!