Local Reviews
In September 2015, Angela R said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
We visited this museum with our 4year old granddaughter. We arrived as it opened and left reluctantly 6 hours later. It is a museum and has a very gentle, relaxed atmosphere. We all loved the Shire Horses and Eve enjoyed sitting astride Charlie on two occasions. She is still showing everyone the two postcards of the Shires. The relaxed feel allows you to amble gently around looking at everything in detail and going back to follow the activities of the animals.
The shop was well stocked with some unusual items at reasonable prices.
Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and it encouraged conversations between visitors which was lovely.
We will be back and would encourage young and old alike to support this wonderful place.
The shop was well stocked with some unusual items at reasonable prices.
Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and it encouraged conversations between visitors which was lovely.
We will be back and would encourage young and old alike to support this wonderful place.
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In September 2015, Hazel1970 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Well, what a lovely day out! My daughter loved the farm, the hens, geese, pigs, cattle and Dusty the donkey but the greatest attractions are Joe & Charlie, their beautiful shire horses. Not only did we meet them but we groomed Joe for a good while and if we could of taken him home, we would of done. We saw traditional butter making, bought freshly laid eggs from their shop, all in all a great day out and will definitely recommend again and again 😊
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In September 2015, John P said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Visited with parents as a party of 2 couples.
We thoroughly enjoyed learning about a Victorian working farm including the various demonstrations of skills including wheel making and crop harvesting.
Dad was able to travel around with us in the farm's 'Tramper' a rugged mobility scooter which coped with all paths and fields too!
The staff were dedicated and enthusiastic which added to our enjoyment.
We thoroughly enjoyed learning about a Victorian working farm including the various demonstrations of skills including wheel making and crop harvesting.
Dad was able to travel around with us in the farm's 'Tramper' a rugged mobility scooter which coped with all paths and fields too!
The staff were dedicated and enthusiastic which added to our enjoyment.
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In September 2015, Graham W said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Acton Scott Historic Working Farm is a great place to get a feel of what farming was like in the Victorian - and a great day out for the whole family. Set in the rolling Shropshire countryside Acton Scott offers a wide variety of interest from animal petting to cart wheel making and farrier demonstrations, horse harrowing and displays of old farm implements. In the grounds there is an old school house now converted to an excellent café with a great range of snacks and meals. The staff are really friendly and knowledgeable (make sure you have a chat with the fellow who tends the working horses - brilliant! Through out the summer season several special events are held so check the web site for dates.
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In September 2015, hammer49shropshire said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Attended an apple day where you take along your apples & they identify the variety . By pure chance spoke to someone their from the blue hills project who managed to gain us a grant to plant 24 historic English fruit trees.
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In September 2015, alltaken10 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Expectations had been raised by all the good reviews but unforunately the visit did not live up to expectations. The only member of staff to share any information was at reception. There are three or four craft bases but none where manned. The venue has the potential but something is lacking.
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In September 2015, Carole P said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
First visit but always wanted to go since viewing the Victorian Farm. My husband and I had a wonderful couple of hours wandering around. It is enchanting - not at all commercialised. Set in beautiful quiet countryside you really could imagine yourself transported back to a bygone age. It would have been nice to have had some set walks but nevertheless I loved it. My favourite was the bailiff's cottage - the range was lit and they were about to make a harvest bread. I loved the garden and veg plot too. Please go. It is not very big but a good afternoon out.
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In October 2015, John T said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
This was my first visit to Acton Scott farm, and I can say I wasn't disappointed. Would definitely go back again the kids loved it had a good few hours there. Lucky to see the piglets and chicks. Had lunch in the cafe lovely meal. All in all thumbs up.
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In October 2015, Julia R said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
educative and interesting for parents and children alike. Its not huge so its very easy to explore fully in one day. I suggest you get on the website and prebook a workshop or activity- they have several running at weekends mostly and they book up in advance.
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In November 2015, AlisonPTodd said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Visited here October half term combining it with a stay on the estate in a Featherdown Farm lodge . The children aged 9 and 11 ran on ahead or dawdled behind looking at the various exhibits along the way. There were just enough animals to see ( tiny piglets , chicks and enormous working horses were the favourites !) and we watched the Threshing machine in action ... Along with a wheelwright demonstration ! Topped off with a delicious cake and coffee in the old school house.
Well worth a visit if you have a few hours to spare .... Not a whole day out but enough to fill your morning.
All staff were friendly and chatted freely with the visitors.
Well worth a visit if you have a few hours to spare .... Not a whole day out but enough to fill your morning.
All staff were friendly and chatted freely with the visitors.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk