Mettle Works

Mettle Works Chelmsfords’ centre for culture and creativity

Mettle Works is built from the ground up to serve the cultural and creative landscapes of Chelmsford.

We deliver the platform for creatives, startups and small businesses to ignite and grow.

04/06/2026

What happens when a city embraces the unexpected?

On 27 June, AUTON arrives at Mettle Works — a new electronic arts festival bringing together live electronic performance, experimental sound and underground culture for a one-day journey unlike anything Chelmsford has seen before.

This week's transmission comes from DA22A.

Pushing beyond the familiar, DA22A's sound inhabits the space where technology, creativity and human expression collide. Music not just to hear, but to experience.

AUTON is being built for the curious.

For those who believe the most memorable moments happen when you step into something new.

For lovers of live performance, electronic music, counter culture and the artists shaping what comes next.

Across the day and into the night, live sets and DJ performances will take the audience from abstract sonic exploration through to the energy of the dancefloor, creating a shared experience that evolves with every passing hour.

This is the first chapter.

A chance to be there at the beginning as a new electronic arts movement takes shape in Chelmsford.

Check out our website for info and tickets
https://mettleworks.co/auton-festival-2026/

29/05/2026

A new current is building in Chelmsford.

On 27 June, AUTON transforms Mettle Works into a shifting landscape of live electronics, experimental sound and evolving dancefloor energy, bringing together artists and audiences searching for something beyond the ordinary night out.

This week’s transmission features Bada Duum. Delivering a raw and immersive live performance shaped by rhythm, tension and deep electronic movement.

AUTON is about discovery.
New sounds. New connections. New possibilities for the city’s underground music culture.

From abstract textures and machine-led experimentation to late-night propulsion, the festival unfolds as one continuous journey through electronic performance.

Whether you come to listen, dance, explore or lose yourself in the atmosphere... this is a space to experience something new together.

Be part of the first chapter.

Head to our website for info and tickets
https://mettleworks.co/auton-festival-2026/

27/05/2026

Chelmsford has never sounded like this before.

On 27 June, AUTON brings together a new wave of live electronic performance inside Mettle Works — a space where experimental sound, movement and late-night energy collide.

This week’s transmission comes from Mystery Tiime — pushing rhythm, texture and atmosphere into strange and beautiful territory.

AUTON isn’t just another night out.
It’s the beginning of something new for the city.
A meeting point for electronic music lovers, curious minds, dancers, listeners and anyone drawn to the edge of contemporary underground culture.

From immersive live performances to driving late-night techno, AUTON is built as a full-spectrum journey through sound.

If you want to say you were there at the beginning, this is your moment.

Check out the website for event info and tickets
https://mettleworks.co/auton-festival-2026/

AUTON | Electronic Arts Festival 2026

22/05/2026

Hey Chelmsford! 👋 Ever wanted to be at the very start of something truly special? Something that reshapes our town's creative landscape? Get ready, because the electronic arts revolution is HERE, and you’re invited to be a founding member!

We've just dropped our fourth artist spotlight video for the AUTON | Electronic Arts festival (June 27th!), showcasing the innovative sounds of Alien. This isn't just about attending an event; it's about joining a community, experiencing the cutting edge, and celebrating counter-culture right here in Chelmsford. We're talking groundbreaking music, immersive art, and a vibe you won't find anywhere else.

Watch the video, get inspired, and then let us know: Are you in for Chelmsford's first electronic arts festival?

Find all the event info and tickets on our website here
https://mettleworks.co/auton-festival-2026/

Brought to you in collaboration with AUTON, Control Voltage and Resonance

20/05/2026

Hey Chelmsford fam! 👋 Big news: We’ve just unveiled our third artist video for the inaugural AUTON | Electronic Arts Festival, and it's all about the mind-bending sounds of Broken Atoms!

Mettle Works is beyond excited to bring something truly groundbreaking to our community. Picture this: June 27th, an electrifying night of art, music, and performance that's a genuine first for Chelmsford. We're talking about kicking off an electronic arts revolution, a space where innovation meets expression.

If you're a lover of counter-culture, if you crave cutting-edge musical experiences, and if you want to be at the very start of something new and exciting, then this festival is calling your name. It's for everyone ready to embrace the future of art in our city.

Ready to dive in? Find the event details and tickets on our website
https://mettleworks.co/auton-festival-2026/

Let's build this movement together! ✨

13/05/2026

The space is all setup ready for tomorrow nights Amuse Bouche and Ears!

3 incredible performers and the most delicate delicious treats

Tickets are still available. Write the word ‘Ears’ in the comments and we’ll DM you with the link

11/05/2026

Chelmsford, get ready to witness history! We're absolutely buzzing to kick off our AUTON | Electronic Arts festival journey with the first of our weekly artist videos, featuring none other than the iconic Ceephax Acid Crew!

This isn't just another night out; it's the dawn of an electronic arts revolution right here in Chelmsford. We're talking cutting-edge sounds, mind-bending visuals, and an atmosphere unlike anything you've experienced before. Mettle Works is bringing you a first – a chance to be at the forefront of a brand new cultural wave. For everyone who loves to push boundaries and dive deep into unique sonic experiences, this is YOUR moment.

Want to be part of the pioneering 'Crew' for this incredible festival on 27th June? Find all the event info and tickets here
https://mettleworks.co/auton-festival-2026/

29/04/2026

Chelmsford, are you ready to rediscover the true essence of a night out? On May 2nd, Mettle Works launches 'roter' – our new in-house club night designed to strip away the noise and bring you back to what truly matters: incredible music, amazing sound, and a community of people ready to just... be. ✨

This is about underground culture, pure energy, and a space where you can get lost in the rhythm, reconnect with yourself, and feel completely free. We’re building a movement, not just a party. If you're craving something authentic and powerful, this is it.

Ready to join us? roter | Launch party - free entry

Want discounted entry to future events, queue jump and access to secret parties? Sign up as a member here https://mettleworks.co/rotersignup/

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