Local Reviews
In May 2016, cordelia2512 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In May 2016, lostwelshie said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In May 2016, AuricGoldfinger20 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In May 2016, rolm2014 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In May 2016, Roy Tucker said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In June 2016, Tray11H said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In June 2016, Philmex1 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In June 2016, Gregg S said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In July 2016, Cabbz said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In July 2016, BamberK said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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