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 6 and Thu 14 December 2023: 10.00am to 12.00 noon

MORNINGS WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS

An opportunity to meet Father Christmas at a quieter time, as well as create a decoration for the tree and complete our gingerbread man trail.

The half hour slots indicate when your visit to Father Christmas will be but event will run between 10.00am and noon to allow time for all activities and a visit to the Coffee Bar for festive refreshments.

PER CHILD AND CARER £5.00

Bookings should be made in advance via the Beyonk website using the link below:

Book a Morning with Father Christmas

Mornings with Father Christmas at Forge Mill

Sun 10 December 2023: 11.00am to 3.00pm

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR

Step back in time and join us to celebrate a traditional Christmas. Victorian entertainment will provide the festive atmosphere whilst you browse amongst a variety of food and 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 £3.50

Bookings should be made in advance via the Beyonk website using the link below:

Book Father Christmas at the Craft Fair

Sat 16 December 2023: 9.30 to 11.00am

SANTA PAWS

Bring your family dog to meet Father Christmas and receive some ‘Milo’s Munchies’ handmade festive treats!

Have a go at a snowball catching activity on our grassed area and make a morning of it with a walk on the Abbey Meadows and festive refreshments (including Puppucinos) from the Mill View Coffee Bar.

Festive dress up is encouraged but please also wear sturdy footwear/wellies for grassed area.

Bookings indicate a half hour time slot and you will be able to visit the grotto during this time.

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

All the family are welcome to meet Father Christmas but we ask that no more than two dogs attend a session at a time.

PER FAMILY AND DOG(S) £5.00

Bookings should be made in advance via the Beyonk website using the link below:

Book a visit with Santa Paws