1. West Midlands
  2. Worcestershire
  3. Redditch

Attraction Information

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. One of the most unique museums in Worcestershire and the West Midlands, the museum also has a superb Gift Shop selling souvenirs and a good selection of the finest quality needles, many of which are locally produced. We also stock unusual needles and offer a mail order service.
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Opening Times

Main Season - 1st April to 30th October 2022
Museum, shop and Visitor Centre
Monday to Sunday 10:00 to 16:00
 
Grounds and Coffee Bar
Monday to Sunday 10:00 to 16:30

Autumn Season - 31st October to 27th November 2022
Museum, shop and Visitor Centre
Monday Closed
Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 15:00

Grounds and Coffee Bar
Monday Closed
Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 15:00
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Pricing & Tickets

Adults £6.20
Child £2.20
Family Ticket £14.65
 
Three FREE return visits during the year!
Playarea and extensive sandpit are free of charge

Free ample car parking. There is the main car park almost adjacent to the site, plus an ‘overspill’ car park (including coaches) just a short walk away.

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

Find other attractions similar to Forge Mill Needle Museum and Bordersley by visiting our attraction tickets section.

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FAQs

Yes, there is parking onsite and nearby.

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Contact Details

Needle Mill Lane, Riverside
Redditch
Worcestershire
B98 8HY
England

Tel: 01527 62509

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