Visit us
We’re in a peaceful, rural location but we are still very accessible. Limited parking is available on site – however we do encourage more adventurous modes of transport. The Colne Valley is a fine place to visit with numerous walks, cycling routes and public transport options including trains that stop in nearby Marsden and Slaithwaite.
The Mill
The Mill is a roastery, Barista School and community events space where tasting evenings, pop-up café days and concerts are a popular part of the local events calendar. We are surrounded by nature but also at the heart of a thriving creative community of bakers, brewers, cheesemakers and textile workers who share our passion for quality, craftsmanship and tradition.
Outside of specific events the Mill is open only as a Barista School and informal retail outlet for our coffee, merchandise and home brewing kit. If you wish to purchase coffee please go through the web shop, selecting 'Pick Up In Store' as your delivery option so that your order can be roasted and packaged in advance of your arrival.
OPENING HOURS
BARISTA SCHOOL & ROASTERY
Open for courses and by appointment:
Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
OPEN DAYS & EVENTS SPACE
Please note that despite appearances to the contrary we do not have a permanent café space!
Our Open Days (wih a pop up cafe) happens every year on the third Saturday of the month - April though to September - read more HERE
You can view our upcoming events below.
ACCESSIBILITY AT DARK WOODS
Our mill has no steps to access it and has flat floor surface throughout the training / café area, as well as parking outside on the same level.
We have two disabled toilets, both with grab rails and drop-down handrails, one toilet is designed for full wheelchair access. Both toilets have an emergency pull cord.
We also offer baby changing facilities - If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.
Dark Woods Coffee, Holme Mills
West Slaithwaite Road
Marsden
HUDDERSFIELD, HD7 6LS
Tel: 01484 843141
General Enquires : info@darkwoodscoffee.co.uk
Web Shop Enquiries : shop@darkwoodscoffee.co.uk
Events
September 2026
Home Brewing Course
Everything but espresso! Exploring the world of coffee Essential brewing principles Choosing home brewing equipment Hands-on brewing activities
October 2026
Home Barista Course
All the essentials for the budding home barista, including: Choosing the right espresso for you Understanding your equipment Dialling in a brew recipe Texturing milk Please note that this course ...
Dark Woods Presents Matt Wilde Duo (Live) & club night
Matt Wilde duo (Live) & club night Manchester pianist bridging jazz and electronics Saturday 24th October / 7pm At Dark Woods Coffee, Holme Mills, Marsden Live music from 7.30pm Club night ...
Home Barista Course
All the essentials for the budding home barista, including: Choosing the right espresso for you Understanding your equipment Dialling in a brew recipe Texturing milk Please note that this course ...
November 2026
Home Brewing Course
Everything but espresso! Exploring the world of coffee Essential brewing principles Choosing home brewing equipment Hands-on brewing activities
Home Barista Course
All the essentials for the budding home barista, including: Choosing the right espresso for you Understanding your equipment Dialling in a brew recipe Texturing milk Please note that this course ...
