Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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What an idiotic location! We enjoyed our visit but after a stop for a coffee, only about half an hours worth of attraction. A few farm animals to see but could have been so much more. Good for very young children.
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Olde world farm great for children, parents and grandparents- relaxed atmosphere with chickens roaming free and where you can interact with the farm animals.
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Loved this little slice of how life used to be back in the day. Excellent performances from the staff recreating how life used to be lived in the countryside. Especially liked all the animals but personal favourite was the two handsome shire horses.
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We visited Acton Scott today, three adults, four children and a baby. Admission was average at £34 for all of us but we did get a buy one get one free voucher to go back anytime before October for free. I doubt we shall before then though as the review will explain..
The setting is wonderful and the weather just added to the ambiance today..not a great place to go if it's raining! It states a working farm..we saw two Shetland ponies on the way in, in a metal pen..lots of ducks and chickens, very few sheep, a couple of pigs, one of which had twelve lovely little piglets, two shire horses, calves and a donkey. The only 'work' we saw was the donkey out on the fields..
The children did get to sit on one of the shire horses which was an experience! Other than that there were few workers around, no demonstrations to view and there was talk between staff that were there on how short staffed they were. Given the lack of demonstrations..I recall going many years ago and seeing butter being made etc..we got round the whole farm very quickly and were thankful we packed a picnic to draw the day out a lite longer. Some benches scattered around..plenty of grass to sit on to eat. No toilets that were actually open on the farm, to use the facilities you had to walk back to the car park. The shop was poorly stocked..I was expecting farm produce etc but it was stocked with over priced toys and gifts. There is a cafe on site however we brought our own food so I can't comment on the menu or prices..
An good day out but would have liked to have seen a little more...it's gone downhill since we visited 8 Years ago!
The setting is wonderful and the weather just added to the ambiance today..not a great place to go if it's raining! It states a working farm..we saw two Shetland ponies on the way in, in a metal pen..lots of ducks and chickens, very few sheep, a couple of pigs, one of which had twelve lovely little piglets, two shire horses, calves and a donkey. The only 'work' we saw was the donkey out on the fields..
The children did get to sit on one of the shire horses which was an experience! Other than that there were few workers around, no demonstrations to view and there was talk between staff that were there on how short staffed they were. Given the lack of demonstrations..I recall going many years ago and seeing butter being made etc..we got round the whole farm very quickly and were thankful we packed a picnic to draw the day out a lite longer. Some benches scattered around..plenty of grass to sit on to eat. No toilets that were actually open on the farm, to use the facilities you had to walk back to the car park. The shop was poorly stocked..I was expecting farm produce etc but it was stocked with over priced toys and gifts. There is a cafe on site however we brought our own food so I can't comment on the menu or prices..
An good day out but would have liked to have seen a little more...it's gone downhill since we visited 8 Years ago!
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We visited Acton Scott Historic Working Farm at the weekend with my parents who are in their 80's and had a great day out. The talks (we went to ones by the wheelwright and the bailiff) were excellent and would recommend anyone visiting to try to catch them.
It was good having a programme of talks and other events throughout the day as it added some structure to our visit.
The cafe was also excellent selling good food at reasonable prices considering we were a captive audience.
Only improvements I would make would be for additional seating here and there for older people who can't stand up for long periods, and more signage as not everyone would know what individual items of farm machinery were, or what they would have been used for. I would also move the hens away from the calf shed.
All in all a good day out
It was good having a programme of talks and other events throughout the day as it added some structure to our visit.
The cafe was also excellent selling good food at reasonable prices considering we were a captive audience.
Only improvements I would make would be for additional seating here and there for older people who can't stand up for long periods, and more signage as not everyone would know what individual items of farm machinery were, or what they would have been used for. I would also move the hens away from the calf shed.
All in all a good day out
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This was one of those random days out where we spotted it and thought " why not " and I am so glad we did as it was a cracking day out with much to see and do for all the family to enjoy, with petting the animals to the working demonstrations
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A brilliant day out. It is what it says it is. Historic and Working.The people working there are extremely knowledgeable and will go the extra mile to advise and explain the workings of the farm to you. Lovely restored 'school house' cafe, serving a delicious choice of food and drinks, not too expensive either.
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The Farm is under threat of closure due to possible withdrawal of funding from Shropshire Council. So visit now while you can, you won't be dissapointed.
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The Farm is under threat of closure due to possible withdrawal of funding from Shropshire Council. So visit now while you can, you won't be dissapointed.
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If you like the idea of a proper historic working farm and a calm, relaxed day out, this is for you! Hold the chicks, feed the lambs or goats, watch the shire horses plough a field or let them take you for a ride on a cart. Acton Scott is a really special place that makes you long for a bygone era with lovely, friendly staff who care about what they are doing.
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Acton Scott hold courses in all areas of rural rustic life aiming to educate you in the ways of old. This is the third course I've done with them and it was one of the best courses and days of my life I'll remember for years to come.
Spent the morning grooming the beautiful shires, learning how to tack up with their heavy duty ploughing tack and learning how to wonderful it is to work the fields with these beautiful animals.
PM spent learning how to drive a horse and cart of varying sizes (2 wheel/4 wheel) after a very filling lunch of soup and a sandwich.
I didn't want to leave. Suitable for all levels of confidence and ability.
The staff are obviously very caring towards their animals. Heartwarming.
Fab. Would recommend.
Spent the morning grooming the beautiful shires, learning how to tack up with their heavy duty ploughing tack and learning how to wonderful it is to work the fields with these beautiful animals.
PM spent learning how to drive a horse and cart of varying sizes (2 wheel/4 wheel) after a very filling lunch of soup and a sandwich.
I didn't want to leave. Suitable for all levels of confidence and ability.
The staff are obviously very caring towards their animals. Heartwarming.
Fab. Would recommend.
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Acton Scott working farm was different in that you are allowed to get stuck in, hands on experience be it with the shire horses or feeding, children and adults can get involved.
Great collection of historic items and a magical coffee shop area.
A must visit if you are in the area.
Great collection of historic items and a magical coffee shop area.
A must visit if you are in the area.
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We were a party of two small children, two 12 year olds, two parents and two senior citizens and we all enjoyed ourselves emensly. There were lambs to feed, blacksmiths to watch, coffee, ice creams and lots of other interesting attractions. We would throughly recommend Acton Scot as a family day out.
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Cannot praise this place more highly. More than accommodating with activities for all the family. They have a picnic area with another area covered in case it rains and a cafe to suit every taste. We had kids from 3 to 12 and they all left with big grins.
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Spent a happy few hours at the farm which I thought was quite reasonably priced considering you also get a free return visit. My little boy enjoyed running around and investigating the animals. It's quite spaced out which is lovely as it meant it wasn't really crowded at all. We had food in the cafe which was beautiful and reasonably priced. The staff where helpful and informative. My little boy was very happy to receive a little cake from the house straight from the griddle. Overall a very enjoyable day. He also enjoyed 'milking' the cow and we had to go back 4 times to do this!
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An all round good day to be had my all age groups
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Entry is a bit pricey but you get a free second visit which makes it good value.
The cafe produces some extremely high quality home made cakes and biscuits (we didn't have a meal).
The place feels authentic with a real atmosphere of past people, presumably a reflection of its continued use through history. I found myself recognising sights, smells, and sounds from my childhood, so much so that I forgot what I was seeing was no longer the everyday, especially in the Bailiffs Cottage.
There are small displays in many places, such as the samples of traditional dyes on sheep wool.
We went on a Monday but there were event displays through the day.
The staff working in the farm clearly know what they are talking about and care for what they do.
Recommended
The cafe produces some extremely high quality home made cakes and biscuits (we didn't have a meal).
The place feels authentic with a real atmosphere of past people, presumably a reflection of its continued use through history. I found myself recognising sights, smells, and sounds from my childhood, so much so that I forgot what I was seeing was no longer the everyday, especially in the Bailiffs Cottage.
There are small displays in many places, such as the samples of traditional dyes on sheep wool.
We went on a Monday but there were event displays through the day.
The staff working in the farm clearly know what they are talking about and care for what they do.
Recommended
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Our Granddaughter loved this working farm ... butter making and the little shop waqs fab....a must visit !!!
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Ok the weather was not great but to be honest unless you intend to take a picnic its all a bit sparse, I appreciate its nice to get to see the animals, but demonstrations are quite spread out, and at £9 per adult it can be quite expensive for a family visit
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We went on a sunny day, and that obviously helps with a farm type attraction.
The kids enjoyed holding chicks, sitting on a Shire house, watching wheel making/ cheese making/ glass blowing demonstrations and feeding the lambs.
Yes one or two bits could be done better, but on the whole if the kids are having fun, life as a parent is fun.
The food in the restaurant was good.
2 to 3 hours is probably plenty. Bought some eggs on the way out which were lovely.
The kids enjoyed holding chicks, sitting on a Shire house, watching wheel making/ cheese making/ glass blowing demonstrations and feeding the lambs.
Yes one or two bits could be done better, but on the whole if the kids are having fun, life as a parent is fun.
The food in the restaurant was good.
2 to 3 hours is probably plenty. Bought some eggs on the way out which were lovely.
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Whether you just like to see animals up close or you have a serious interest in farming heritage you will get what you need from a visit to Acton Scott Historic Farm. There are lots of enthusiastic people on hand to tell you about the farm and show you their particular skill. Children will enjoy the baby animals in particular at this time of year and they may be able to hold a chick or bottle feed a lamb. There is an excellent cafe in a lovely setting by the lake in what was the old schoolroom.
There are also opportunities to take a course if you want to learn how to make a wheel, handle heavy horses, rear pigs or just about anything to do with traditional farming skills.
Enjoy it while you can - funding from Shropshire Council seems likely to be withdrawn in April 2017, giving this very worthwhile attraction an uncertain future.
There are also opportunities to take a course if you want to learn how to make a wheel, handle heavy horses, rear pigs or just about anything to do with traditional farming skills.
Enjoy it while you can - funding from Shropshire Council seems likely to be withdrawn in April 2017, giving this very worthwhile attraction an uncertain future.
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I have visited Acton Scott Historic Working Farm on several occasions, but my husband bought me a voucher for my birthday to spend a day learning to work with the heavy horses there. I cannot speak highly enough of this experience, it was everything I hoped for and more. Our hosts for the day, Jak and Simon, were really friendly and welcoming, and their love for the horses in their care shone through every minute of the day. They gave us the confidence to be really 'hands on' with the horses and we were encouraged at all times to have a go at the different tasks. We learned about grooming, feeding, harnessing, and then we went out to the field with the horses to try our hand at harrowing. A delicious lunch of soup and sandwiches was included in the very reasonable price, and then it was back to 'work' to learn to harness and drive a two wheeled tip cart and then a 4 wheeled wagon. I can honestly say that this has to be one of my happiest days! The horses were such gentle giants, and it was a very special experience to work with them so closely. A big thank you to Jak and Simon, and all who work so hard to make Acton Scott such a magical place for young and old alike. If you haven't been, I highly recommend that you put that right this year...
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We took our 2 year old grandson here on a quiet Tuesday after the Easter Break. The weather was glorious and it was such a fun and relaxing day. There are many animals to see, the Shire Horses are just gorgeous and made the trip for me. My grandson fed the lambs, was fascinated by the chickens and the cockerels running around the yard. We saw the piglets and much more. We had a very nice lunch in the cafe, played pooh sticks on the bridge over the stream. My Grandson found everything very interesting, he did not get tired or bored walking around there for a good few hours. The atmosphere is one of peace and tranquillity in beautiful surroundings.
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Amazing place. A little pricy, but a unique experience with kids. Children can feed the lambs at certain times. There's a nice shop where to buy local products and art.
There's a fake cow kids can milk, an old machinery to make butter to try. Many many animals to watch close or touch.
There's a fake cow kids can milk, an old machinery to make butter to try. Many many animals to watch close or touch.
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Over the last few years our boys (8,10) have visited numerous farms in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Acton Scott rates one of the best.
This is not a "bucket-&-feed farm", but enables much interaction with lambs, chicks / calves / piglets.
The farm is beautifully set, a Victorian working farm - an authentic feel, untouched by commercialism.
Butter churning by the milk maid, freshly made griddle scones in the farmhouse and a blacksmith. Working horses complete the setting with cart rides - ALL inclusive with a repeat visit in the entry ticket.
The staff - wonderful - calm and helpful, nothing ever too much trouble. What a great team. Thank you for a fantastic couple of days.
This is not a "bucket-&-feed farm", but enables much interaction with lambs, chicks / calves / piglets.
The farm is beautifully set, a Victorian working farm - an authentic feel, untouched by commercialism.
Butter churning by the milk maid, freshly made griddle scones in the farmhouse and a blacksmith. Working horses complete the setting with cart rides - ALL inclusive with a repeat visit in the entry ticket.
The staff - wonderful - calm and helpful, nothing ever too much trouble. What a great team. Thank you for a fantastic couple of days.
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6 adults and our 2 granddaughters visited Acton Scott on Easter Sunday, we had a lovely day. There was lots going on lambs being born, demonstrations of farm life eg.
butter making,wheelwright working and Blacksmith at work, lace making and glass blowing.
We all loved the baby animals, lambs, pigs and chicks and staff were eager to talk to the whole family. We were able to help take out the ponies to the field which was lovely.
butter making,wheelwright working and Blacksmith at work, lace making and glass blowing.
We all loved the baby animals, lambs, pigs and chicks and staff were eager to talk to the whole family. We were able to help take out the ponies to the field which was lovely.
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Back in the day when farming machinery was powered by humans & animals. When vegetarians were called turnip heads & woman covered their ankles.
In the heart of the Shropshire countryside lies a grand estate with a working Victorian farm. Littered with examples of Victorian farming & ways of living.
Take a trip back in time with friends & family to experience a quintessential outlook of working farm life & Victorian culture. From the farms working outbuildings to the grand central house & gardens. There is no doubt that a good day is required to find your way around.
From the many animals you will meet & greet throughout the day to the selection of working trades you can witness in action. No doubt animal lovers & engineers will be in their element.
There is a wide selection of activities for the whole family from educational facilities to blacksmiths workshops & tapestry.
Fancy a bite to eat?
For those who didn't pack lunch, there is a cafe serving hot & cold beverages, snacks & baguettes. Prices are above average so pack well!
Above all, a great day out for the whole family. Make sure the suns out & take in the rolling hills!
In the heart of the Shropshire countryside lies a grand estate with a working Victorian farm. Littered with examples of Victorian farming & ways of living.
Take a trip back in time with friends & family to experience a quintessential outlook of working farm life & Victorian culture. From the farms working outbuildings to the grand central house & gardens. There is no doubt that a good day is required to find your way around.
From the many animals you will meet & greet throughout the day to the selection of working trades you can witness in action. No doubt animal lovers & engineers will be in their element.
There is a wide selection of activities for the whole family from educational facilities to blacksmiths workshops & tapestry.
Fancy a bite to eat?
For those who didn't pack lunch, there is a cafe serving hot & cold beverages, snacks & baguettes. Prices are above average so pack well!
Above all, a great day out for the whole family. Make sure the suns out & take in the rolling hills!
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