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.
Visitor Centre outer courtyard
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 at a cost of £55 for a full day and £33 for a half day.
Surrounding the Visitor Centre is a large pleasant area of grassed space with picnic tables for visitors to use and enjoy.
 Reconstructed archways around the inner courtyard |
 Floral displays around the Visitor Centre |
 From the inner courtyard through to the lawns and picnic area |
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 Showcase of excavated remains from the Abbey site |
 More archways and floral displays |
 Medieval timbers from the Abbey site |
