The Visitor Centre, which is set in an original reconstructed 16th Century barn, shows many of the finds that have been excavated over the years.

The exhibits show what the archaeologists have discovered about the life of the Cistercians monks of Bordesley – from how they worshiped, to the clothes they wore, to the illnesses they suffered.

Bordesley Abbey had one of the earliest metal working mills in the country and you can see the preserved timbers from the mill on display, as well as many of the metal items that would have been made there.

The Visitor Centre houses the shop where a selection of souvenir guide books for both the Abbey and the Needle Mill can be bought. Also ice creams, cold drinks and confectionary are available as well as a wide selection of needles.

Within the Visitor Centre is a room which can be hired for groups, workshops or meetings for a full- or half-days. Please contact us to find out more about prices.

Surrounding the Visitor Centre is a large pleasant area of grassed space with picnic tables for visitors to use and enjoy.