Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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Very interesting heritage farm that was used for the‘Victorian Farm’ series. Excellent cafe in the old school building, plenty of parking, well informed and friendly staff. Highly recommend!
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I had a wonderful experience today visiting Acton Scott. Had a very informative tour to begin the day with one of the staff there (Nick?)for about 45 minutes, he talked us through the rare breeds and the work going on at the farm. Grabbed lunch at the cafe, a former school house, which has good nods to its former life as a school, with great foods and bakes. Saw a horse harnessing demonstration in the afternoon, followed by the horse using a cart to plough the fields. Even a lady selling churned butter! A wonderful day (around 3 hours) spent. Really pleased that the site was able to open again after being closed, and would throughly recommend a visit to anyone in the area.
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Absolutely amazing loved every minute of it, the staff and volunteers are absolutely incredible and give you insight to back in the Victorian era and the work that goes on, lovely seeing all the animals and reading about them and their uses. It was amazing to see the horses in action and how they were used and how the harness works. Would 100% recommend
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Had a lovely day out here. Was really quiet, even during half term. Loads of space for the kids to run around and enjoy themselves and enough to keep them entertained too!
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The highlight of the day for me was two individuals, the first was the presentation 30/05/26 at 12 by a charismatic gentleman who gave us a guided tour and history of the farm, utterly charming. Secondly was a lady making butter who was also wonderful.
The grounds itself are picturesque without activities.
While it's not my sort of thing (I took my mum who hasn't been since my dad passed) I still found the hours we spent there therapeutic, and I can fully appreciate that places like this are of real value for generations of school visits to follow.
The food in the ex school house was a great place to stop for a bite and sparkling cordial in the sun ☀️
The grounds itself are picturesque without activities.
While it's not my sort of thing (I took my mum who hasn't been since my dad passed) I still found the hours we spent there therapeutic, and I can fully appreciate that places like this are of real value for generations of school visits to follow.
The food in the ex school house was a great place to stop for a bite and sparkling cordial in the sun ☀️
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We had a brilliant day out at Acton Scott Heritage Farm and would highly recommend it. Plenty to see including shire horses, butter making, crafts and an excellent tea room. Lovely staff and well worth the admission fee. A brilliant attraction for all ages.
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Visited with my granddaughter on a beautiful spring day. What a beautiful place and so well preserved. So pleased to see so many animals, watch butter being made, learn about corn Dollies, and see a horse harness demonstration. Knowledgeable staff.
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This place is amazing for families young and old. All of the volunteers are so passionate about their work. It is a real asset
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Visited on the sunny Bank holiday weekend. Beautiful scenery, friendly staff, and plenty to do. The farmyard talks and demonstrations are really good.
Young children would have a great time.
Make sure you visit the café. The all day vegetarian breakfast was fantastic, and very well priced.
Young children would have a great time.
Make sure you visit the café. The all day vegetarian breakfast was fantastic, and very well priced.
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Having previously visited Acton Scott back in the 1980's, it was high time to pay another visit, especially as it is now only three miles from home!! We booked online for Saturday, expecting it to be really busy with lots of families etc. We were pleasantly surprised to find very few people there when we arrived. We were able to wander around at our leisure, taking time to read information boards and chat to members of the team without interruption. It did get a little busier during the afternoon, a few families with young toddlers who became quite disruptive during the horse tacking demo, it just wasn't something that a 3 year old would be interested in!
As far as the livestock was concerned, there was a variety to look at and fuss over. We were particularly enamoured with Edward and Bernie the two gorgeous shire horses, and the two very cute calves who's names we didn't find out. The pigs and piglets and the sheep were also lovely to see.
We managed to be there on the day with three "live" demonstrations - butter making, forging and wool carding. They were all extremely interesting and the demonstrators were extremely knowledgeable, especially Theresa the butter maker.
The cafe was very pleasant, offering a selection of light lunches, snacks and hot/cold drinks. The seating area is not particular spacious, we were lucky enough to be offered 2 seats at a table with a lovely couple from Cheshire. The food and drinks were served quickly and were very tasty. the Victoria sponge is highly recommended!
The overall experience was 10 out of 10 and well worth a return visit later in the year, perhaps in August for the 1940's Wartime farm weekend.
As far as the livestock was concerned, there was a variety to look at and fuss over. We were particularly enamoured with Edward and Bernie the two gorgeous shire horses, and the two very cute calves who's names we didn't find out. The pigs and piglets and the sheep were also lovely to see.
We managed to be there on the day with three "live" demonstrations - butter making, forging and wool carding. They were all extremely interesting and the demonstrators were extremely knowledgeable, especially Theresa the butter maker.
The cafe was very pleasant, offering a selection of light lunches, snacks and hot/cold drinks. The seating area is not particular spacious, we were lucky enough to be offered 2 seats at a table with a lovely couple from Cheshire. The food and drinks were served quickly and were very tasty. the Victoria sponge is highly recommended!
The overall experience was 10 out of 10 and well worth a return visit later in the year, perhaps in August for the 1940's Wartime farm weekend.
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I visited Acton Scott Heritage Frmarm to attend a Shire Experience day
It was amazing and I would thoroughly recommend.
Steve has decades of experience and a passion for Shire horses and driving. We learnt about Shires and how they would have worked in the past and the tack they would have worn and the different kinds of tack.
We then had the opportunity to long rein Edward the shire around the farm, which was a great experience.
After a ploughman's lunch we had the opportunity to drive Edward and Bernie around the estate and around the local roads. Just fabulous.
Lovely horses, knowledgeable tuition and an amazing experience. You dont need experience with horses to do this
Looking forward to returning to the farm to see more of what they have going on
It was amazing and I would thoroughly recommend.
Steve has decades of experience and a passion for Shire horses and driving. We learnt about Shires and how they would have worked in the past and the tack they would have worn and the different kinds of tack.
We then had the opportunity to long rein Edward the shire around the farm, which was a great experience.
After a ploughman's lunch we had the opportunity to drive Edward and Bernie around the estate and around the local roads. Just fabulous.
Lovely horses, knowledgeable tuition and an amazing experience. You dont need experience with horses to do this
Looking forward to returning to the farm to see more of what they have going on
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I loved Acton Scott as a child and I love it even more after its relaunch. The volunteers and small staff team have done such a great job of bringing life back to the farm. I visited on May Day 2026 and we had the best time. We were a group of two 5 year olds, a 2 year old, two Grans and myself. The kids were running around from the minute we got there doing a chalk board trail, looking at the animals and farm buildings. What made it so special was the volunteers doing demonstrations for old farm life activities like laundry with a mangle, spinning, butter making and shire horse in the field working. They held the children’s attention brilliantly and they couldn’t get enough. They have also made one of the sheds a play activity shed with a fake cow to milk and old fashioned games. It’s a great wholesome screen free day out.
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Definitely a great day out for the family. Kept my kids entertained for hours. The staff were fantastic. Great cafe as well.
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Amazing! We went as a group of two 5 year olds, one 2 year old, two gran’s and me. Everyone had a great time. The shire horses were out working, there were chicks, piglets, rare breed hens, geese, ducks, goats, sheep and cows with calves. What really made it was the volunteers doing demonstrations of Victorian farming skills. The five year olds were entranced and thoroughly enjoyed doing the laundry with a dolly in the buckets then wringing cloth through a mangle, then they milked a fake cow, made butter and watched drop spinning. We were there on May Day so got to do a maypole dance as well. It was as good, if not better, than I remember as a child. The massive farm yard poo pile is back - but not as big as it used to be but give all those animals time and I’m sure it will grow 🤩
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We had a beautiful afternoon attending the Harvest Festival at Acton Scott. The atmosphere was so friendly, the animals clearly well kept and the volunteers so welcoming to all. The harvest service and meal were a lovely way to bring us all together and Edward the Shire Horse did a grand job.
After a short closure the venue is now open during 2024 for special events only, with plans to re-open more fully next spring.
The volunteers have clearly worked hard to put the place in good order during the closure and have made the whole farm feel so welcoming. I look forward to coming back again in 2025.
After a short closure the venue is now open during 2024 for special events only, with plans to re-open more fully next spring.
The volunteers have clearly worked hard to put the place in good order during the closure and have made the whole farm feel so welcoming. I look forward to coming back again in 2025.
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I visited the newly re-opened Acton Scott Heritage Farm on Sunday the 12th April and I received a friendly welcome from staff and some helpful information which helped me get the most out of the visit. I was able to see two shire horses Edward and Bernie expertly worked in a field which was wonderful to watch. The staff are very knowledgeable and you are able to wander around the farm, observe the animals, enter the farm buildings, ask questions, watch butter being made and a lady cooking in the Bailiff cottage, read information and just walk around at your leisure. It is a relaxing place and perfect for individuals, couples or families to visit. I would love to visit again and take a picnic but on this visit I went to the café which was in the old school. The service was good and food was delicious. I was surprised that I spent three hours at the farm but the time just went fast.
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Visited Acton Scott farm today we are farmers and found it very interesting and knowledge people. We had a good chat with the Shire horse man Steve . Had a lovely cup of hot chocolate and cake 🍰 you must visit. More people need to visit we don’t want to loose this knowledge and tradition thanks to everyone there. We will be back. Thanks from Karen and Tony Friend from Four Crosses near Welshpool Powys.
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Really lovely. Very interactive, great facilities and the volunteers were incredibly knowledgeable. Didn't know what to expect from the visit but it really surprised us. Would recommend for young families.
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Acton Scott farm is wonderful! History brought to life, and so important for children to learn where food comes from. A fabulous day out and not just for children. There’s something for everyone, all the people working here are so friendly and patient, and the cafe rounds off this lovely experience. I loved my visit and will be back. Thank you! Took some butter home - delicious! Can’t recommend it enough, and it’s set in the most beautiful scenery too. What’s not to love?
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What a great day out! Laid out in a way that encourages you to wander around without rushing so you see everything. All animals were easy to see for the youngsters,day we went the Gloucester Old Spot had had her piglets at 6am, lovely to see. Cafe serves excellent food too.
If you have your dog with you they are understandably not allowed in the farm yard area but the car park is in a field,quiet country lanes nearby and the walk up to the cafe is dog friendly as is outside the cafe.Plenty of shade to park under too.
All the staff were very polite and helpful.
Could not fault the venue in anyway and would highly recommend visiting .
If you have your dog with you they are understandably not allowed in the farm yard area but the car park is in a field,quiet country lanes nearby and the walk up to the cafe is dog friendly as is outside the cafe.Plenty of shade to park under too.
All the staff were very polite and helpful.
Could not fault the venue in anyway and would highly recommend visiting .
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It's a lovely place to visit for a variety of ages, with knowledgeable and friendly volunteers/staff telling the story of a working Victorian farm. The facilities are very well maintained, with lovely exhibits and a great variety of equipment. The shire horses and piglets were very popular with adults and kids alike as well as the butter making demo. The café is lovely too with a great selection which is reasonably priced: a real gem.
It was our first ever visit today and we will certainly return to view the farm at different times of year - it was just lovely!
It was our first ever visit today and we will certainly return to view the farm at different times of year - it was just lovely!
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An incredible Victorian farm in a beautiful rural Shropshire setting. Packed with the original old buildings and variety of agricultural activities being demonstrated by very informed and engaging experts (admirable volunteers). We especially enjoyed listening to the horseman talk about the Shire horses, the dairy woman showing us how butter is made and a talk about spinning and weaving wool. Loved seeing the newborn lambs and piglets.
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The last time I went to Acton Scott working farm I was probably half the size I am now. I didn’t remember anything at all, so was excited to see it again. I attended with my partner and my parents and we all have a beautiful time. We saw a handful of animals, a gorgeous pig called Joan, who had given birth to her piglets earlier in the morning. There was demonstrations of butter making and harrowing out in the field. The butter lady was delightful and told us her story about being a third generation butter maker, we even bought a block of her handmade butter, which we are excited to try! There weren’t a lot of staff on site, however the ones who were, were pleasant and polite, and offered a good chat to us. The entry price for adults was £16, so cost us £64 in total to get in, but that was money well spent in our eyes. We attended the café (I would suggest avoiding peak lunch times for no queue) and the food was delicious. Again, the staff in the Café were very polite and helpful. We spent roughly around 3 hours on site, and there was plenty to see and do to keep us entertained, especially as a group of adults.
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Great experience!
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We only visited the cafe which is a sperate place of the heritage site. The cafe was excellent. The breakfast was great value for money. Clean toilets. Nice friendly staff. Will be going back soon.
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