Local Reviews
In July 2017, peter s said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
My partner and I visited the farm and enjoyed the morning immensely. If you like animals and to see them at close quarters, this is the place.
For me the shire horses Ben and Joe were the highlight. I enjoyed watching Ben being prepared to go working and talking to his handler, who answered questions whilst doing the preparation.
A wonderful peep into the past with a pleasant and amusing guided tour by the Bailiff.
For me the shire horses Ben and Joe were the highlight. I enjoyed watching Ben being prepared to go working and talking to his handler, who answered questions whilst doing the preparation.
A wonderful peep into the past with a pleasant and amusing guided tour by the Bailiff.
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In July 2017, Audrey S said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
I had wanted to visit Acton Scott since watching the Victorian Farm TV series. On a mid-week afternoon, before the school holidays, the farm was quiet so we were able to talk to the friendly staff and find out about the animals and how they worked. It is quite a small place, and we realised that there were no large groups of animals because this was typical of a farm of the time - they had a few of everything.
It was lovely to see a couple of Shorthorn cows march through the yard when called from the field and go straight to their own byres to suckle the calves. There were a variety of hens and ducks roaming everywhere and some lambs for children to bottle feed. The highlight for me was to get up close to the two Shire horses who had just finished their work in the fields haymaking. The exhibitions in the house showed how hard life was on a farm in that era.
There is a pleasant tearoom in the former schoolhouse where we had a home-made light lunch.
We were lucky to have arrived on a Wednesday as we were not aware the farm is closed to the public Thur and Fri for group and school visits.
It was lovely to see a couple of Shorthorn cows march through the yard when called from the field and go straight to their own byres to suckle the calves. There were a variety of hens and ducks roaming everywhere and some lambs for children to bottle feed. The highlight for me was to get up close to the two Shire horses who had just finished their work in the fields haymaking. The exhibitions in the house showed how hard life was on a farm in that era.
There is a pleasant tearoom in the former schoolhouse where we had a home-made light lunch.
We were lucky to have arrived on a Wednesday as we were not aware the farm is closed to the public Thur and Fri for group and school visits.
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In July 2017, bumblepudding1 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
We had a really good day out all the staff were friendly and very informative...gave us a real insight into farming in the Victorian times...lots of lovely farm animals and things to do for kids. Cafe served lovely food. We loved it
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In August 2017, Ann M said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
The goats were lovely and the shire horses but apart from that geese and ducks were not very interesting. We had to while away quite a bit of time in the café before getting back on the coach. In the Bailiff's cottage (which was quite interesting) I had the unfortunate experience of being bitten by the resident cat after I ceased stroking its head! So beware of a black cat with glittering emerald eyes.
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In August 2017, Stuart H said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Went with 2 families, children aged 7,8,9 & 10. It's not enormous but there was plenty to do. The staff are lovely and happy to chat. We fed lambs, held baby chicks that were hours old. We stopped for a bite to eat in the cafe too and food was great, reasonably priced and decent portions. The ticket price also includes a free second visit so we'll definitely be going back.
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In August 2017, IanHolden1 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
We were staying in the glamping site on the Acton Scott estate and visited the farm with our children. We really enjoyed our visit. There was lots to see and it was great to see a variety of different farm animals. The Old School House restaurant is also worth a visit. Fantastic coffee and home made cakes.
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In August 2017, MaryE103 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Visited this on an overcast morning which seemed to suit the mood of the farm. Lots of animals to see and to wonder around. The staff were very good at explaining things and allowing our grand daughters to feed various animals. A good morning out.
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In August 2017, PeteWirral said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
What a fantastic place! I have been coming to Acton Scott since i was a child and every time i leave wanting to return. This time it was myself and my wife who visited. We loved the fact that you can roam around what is a genuinely working farm and yet never feel in the way. The staff are superb, answering questions whilst simultaneously getting on with running the farm with techniques from the past. It is fascinating to watch and learn. When we visited we saw pigs, piglets, extremely friendly cows, chickens, ducks, a donkey and magnificent working shire horses. A great place to learn about our farming past and see it in action.
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In August 2017, MIKE P said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
This is a great day out for the whole family, you can help out on the farm if you want, there are plenty of farm animals to see, they can offer you a programme of traditional rural crafts & trade courses. They have a nice café on site if you feel like a break.
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In August 2017, Stuart P said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Interesting and well presented working Victorian farm. Good exhibits and plenty of information. Friendly staff and lots going on. Free repeat admission within the same year, which is good if you want to make a repeat visit. The whole family enjoyed the visit.
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