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.pro
Web Shop Enquiries : shop@darkwoodscoffee.pro
Events
August 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 ...
Hoults Pop Up Wine Bar
We are hosting our very own wine bar with our good friends Hoults Wine.No booking / reservations required, relaxed atmosphere, just rock up – grab a table with your friends and soak up the vibes.
September 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 ...
Under Your Own Steam
A morning and afternoon promoting sustainable movement in the Colne Valley, workshops, repair stations, demonstrations and more!
Open Day
Serving hot drinks and pastries, retail pop-up shop, limited indoor seating and an outdoor takeaway hatch. Plus our 'Brew Bar' serving new filter releases, with free samples. FAQs via 'more details'
Home Brewing Course
Everything but espresso! Exploring the world of coffee Essential brewing principles Choosing home brewing equipment Hands-on brewing activities
