Local Reviews
In August 2011, bunstonuk said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
There is enough to see to make a very pleasant few hours (if you stop there for lunch!), with buildings to explore and enough signs to explain what the farm machinery was used for. The old dairy is clearly used on some days, as it smelt of butter-making, and we did see the farrier in action at the forge. One of the shire horses was working in the fields, and we could see the others in the stables. There was a very knowledgeable lady in the cottage, demonstrating spinning and showing what plants are used to produce natural dyes. There are lots of chickens, turkeys, ducks and geese, and we were lucky to see new-born piglets. The grounds are well laid out, and the gardens were interesting too. The cafe in the old school room was nice, and there was plenty of room to sit outside and enjoy the atmosphere with all the ducks on the ponds. If you watched Victorian Farm, then it's fun to spot the locations you recognize. We'd like to return one day and do a longer walk in the surrounding countryside.
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In August 2011, Duffer56 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
We were staying over at Brecon and decided to take a trip out over to Ludlow. I checked on tripadvisor and noticed the Victorian Working Farm. It sounded interesting so we detoured on route and stopped off to see what it was like. We were so glad we did - it was a wonderful way to spean a morning. We didn't realise, until we got there, that this was the farm which was featured in the TV program Victorian Farm.
The farm is home to various animals included two shire horses Clumper and Tory who had also featured in the TV program when they were used to work the horse drawn farm equipment.
The farm tries to keep to the atmosphere of a working farm so the demonstrations and displays are all based on farming activities - butter making, suckling calves etc.
We had a thoroughly nice time and would recommend it to anybody.
The farm is home to various animals included two shire horses Clumper and Tory who had also featured in the TV program when they were used to work the horse drawn farm equipment.
The farm tries to keep to the atmosphere of a working farm so the demonstrations and displays are all based on farming activities - butter making, suckling calves etc.
We had a thoroughly nice time and would recommend it to anybody.
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In September 2011, nikilovesthisplace said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Plenty of activities to keep the kids occupied when we visited Acton Scott. Butter making, feeding the animals, black smithing, corn dolly making, the baby chicks & very cute piglets, etc. The guy caring for the shire horses was very friendly and enthused telling us all about the amazing working horses. Overall a fab day out with small children.
It is worth checking carefully the itinery for the season before going to ensure that there are activities taking place.
However we have also visited when there are no specialist activities and the kids (& grown ups) still love the Victorian history & the animals. You are likely to get the opportunity to milk a cow most days - should be on every ones 'to do' list at least once in your life!! Great experience.
It is worth checking carefully the itinery for the season before going to ensure that there are activities taking place.
However we have also visited when there are no specialist activities and the kids (& grown ups) still love the Victorian history & the animals. You are likely to get the opportunity to milk a cow most days - should be on every ones 'to do' list at least once in your life!! Great experience.
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In October 2011, Rosemary said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
We had a fantastic day at the farm.
Our guide was Rob 'The Bailiff'. He was brilliant, very informative and passionate about the farm, answering all our questions, and there were many!
All the staff were a credit to the farm. They were all informative, dressed in character, plesent, cheerful, well manered and a plesure to be around.
We had some delicious home made soup in the Old School House.
We highly recommend this as a wonderful day out!!
Our guide was Rob 'The Bailiff'. He was brilliant, very informative and passionate about the farm, answering all our questions, and there were many!
All the staff were a credit to the farm. They were all informative, dressed in character, plesent, cheerful, well manered and a plesure to be around.
We had some delicious home made soup in the Old School House.
We highly recommend this as a wonderful day out!!
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In December 2011, lefteris52 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Its a good day out if you like a trip down memory farming lane
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In January 2012, LondonSuz said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
I have visited Acton Scott for many, many years, and as a child it gave me and my family much pleasure, I have really fond memories. It is one of my favourite places in the whole country, I'm so pleased it is still going strong. It's a wonderful opportunity for kids from towns & cities (like myself) to be able to see animals (especially those beautiful Tamworth piggies) up close and learn so much about them. It was also fascinating to learn about how farming was - without all the modern technology and vehicles of today.
A must if you are in the area - especially for kids - no matter how big or small !
A must if you are in the area - especially for kids - no matter how big or small !
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In April 2012, Joe H said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
We have been 3 times now and love it well worth a visit as things going off all the time,children love it.(Big and small!!)
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In May 2012, Jane W said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
This is a lovely way to spend a few hours. Staff dressed in Victorian clothes were very pleasant and informative watching the gardener garden with old equipment in the kitchen garden was a delight. Small number of livestock, pigs, calves, sheep, chickens were all in good condition. Learning about a Victorian farm was very interesting
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In June 2012, Peter D said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Be sure not to miss the working horses in action. Lost of hands on action for kids
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In June 2012, SpeedwayFan53 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
The staff were informative. We watched butter being made and went to buy some afterwards. It was delicious. The cottages are next door. The information sheet gave as many filming locations as possible but some of the Victorian Farm was filmed off site. We had lunch in the cafe which had previously been Acton Scott school. The Farm Bailiff's cottage reminded me of my grandfather's home. The gardens were lovely. I thought it was good value and if you live nearby, the season ticket would be well worth considering if you have a young family to entertain.
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