Forge Mill Needle Museum & Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre

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Needle Mill Lane
Redditch, England B98 8HY
Forge Mill Needle Museum in Redditch is an unusual and fascinating place to visit. This historic site illustrates the rich heritage of the needle and fishing tackle industries. Models and recreated scenes provide a vivid illustration of how needles were once made, and how Redditch once produced 90% of the world’s needles. On the same site, just a very short walk from Forge Mill Museum, are the ruins of Bordesley Abbey – a medieval Cistercian Abbey which has been extensively excavated. Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre, which is set in an original reconstructed 16th century barn, tells the extraordinary story of the Abbey from its development in the 12th century to its destruction in 1538 by Henry VIII during the dissolution. Coffee Bar opening hours January/February 10am - 2pm

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4.5223 reviews
Photo of Anna C
Really nice to visit
10/31/2024

This is such a nice place to visit, we went for the free halloween trail. Free parking, toilets and ...

Photo of pjdurham D
A real surprise.
10/28/2024

A real surprise this visit. I really did wonder how this place could turn a common needle manufactur...

Photo of Lorna S
Well worth the drive.
10/24/2024

Small but fascinating museum. Great explanations of the needle making process. Friendly and enthus...

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