MUSEUM RE-OPENS 1 FEB 2025

Events

Forge Mill Needle Museum and Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre holds many different events throughout the year.

These can link in with National Days or initiatives, seasonal themes or exhibitions that are on display at the museum, or just fun-filled events for all the family to enjoy. With such a variety of events there is something for everybody!

Wed 4 and Wed 11 December 2024: 10.00am to 12.00 noon

MORNINGS WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS

An opportunity for younger ones to meet Father Christmas at a quieter time, as well as create a decoration for the tree and complete our Christmas trail outside (remember to wrap up warm!)

The half hour slots indicate when your visit to Father Christmas will be, but the craft and trail can be done outside of this time.

Festive refreshments will be available from the Coffee Bar.

PER CHILD £5.00

Bookings should be made in advance using the link below:

Sun 8 December 2024: 11.00am to 3.00pm

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR

Join us to celebrate Christmas in our historical surroundings. Traditional  music and carols will provide the festive atmosphere whilst you browse amongst a variety of craft stalls to choose unique Christmas gifts.

  • A variety of craft stalls offering unique Christmas gifts.
  • Traditional carol singing.
  • Alcester Victoria Silver Band.
  • Mulled wine.
  • Christmas crafts for children.

A truly traditional Christmas event for all ages!

ADMISSION FREE

Meet Father Christmas at the Craft Fair

An opportunity to visit Father Christmas in his grotto. Cost includes a gift.

PER CHILD £4.00

Bookings should be made in advance using the link below:

Thu 12 and Thu 19 December 2024: 10.00am

CHRISTMAS ZUMBINI

Let your little ones have fun getting active in this festive zumbini session with Charley!

Zumbini combines music, dance and educational tools for children aged 0 – 4 years.

PER CHILD £6.00

Bookings should be made in advance using the link below:

Sat 14 December 2024: 9.30am to 1.00pm

SANTA PAWS

Bring your family dog to meet Father Christmas in his grotto where they will receive some ‘Milo’s Munchies’ festive dog treats.

All the family are welcome to attend but we ask that no more than two dogs attend a session at a time. Please only book one ticket per family unless you will be having more than two dogs attend.

Christmas dress up is encouraged and we will be providing a festive agility course and snowball catching activity on our grassed area for your pets to enjoy.

Make a morning of it with a walk on the Abbey Meadows and festive refreshments (including Puppuccinos) from the Mill View Coffee Bar.

As always, well behaved dogs on a lead on site please.

PER FAMILY AND DOG(S) £6.00

Bookings should be made in advance using the link below:

Guided Tours of Forge Mill