Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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We took our grandchildren to Acton Scott this summer and everyone had a terrific time - children and adults! Acton Scott makes for a very interesting, fun day and it was lovely to be outdoors and making the most of the few days of sunshine we had.
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We had a lovely summer's day at Acton Scott with my NCT group. It was a great place to take the children; lots of fresh air, running about and seeing farm animals at work. The adults found it interesting too! Reasonable admission prices, lovely food and refreshments... a fun packed day for everyone.
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Great if you like to look at old ploughs (lots & lots of them!). Some nice animals. I recommend that you take a picnic (weather allowing) as we asked for 2 ploughmans lunches at 2.15p.m. & were told that no food was being served, even though it was stated that main meals were served until 2.30p.m. We went & had a very nice pub lunch.
Nice for children but a little limited. Ok for a couple of hours at the most.
Nice for children but a little limited. Ok for a couple of hours at the most.
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The front of the broucher says " As seen on BBC2 " in fact clumper the horse and the brick clamp were the main attractions that were seen in the series, all of the other buildings included in the series were out of bounds on private land. Very misleading the staff and countryside were delightful.
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We visited the farm last weekend and what a good day out it was!
We took directions from the farm website and it was very easy to find.
It is located in some lovely countryside and was the friendliest attraction we have ever visited.All of the staff enjoyed talking about their various roles in the farm and we were made to feel most welcome.
As well as seeing all the old farm machinery, we watched bricks being made and also, in the dairy , we saw a demonstration on butter making.
There was also other various activities taking place throughout the day.We were given a timetable of events when we entered.
It was lovely seeing all the animals,especially the calfs playing in their stable.
We had a look into the old school house which housed the tea rooms and the prices were very reasonable.There was seating both inside,and outside on the lawned area.
It was interesting to read that the previous reviewer had been to school there!
There is a museum shop which also sells Icecreams at decent prices and not rip-off prices like lots of places.
The farm buildings and farm house were very interesting to wander around.
The farmyard is cobbled,so sensible shoes are advised.We were able to wander amongst the sheep,lambs,chickens etc.
Walking through the vegetable garden,we were talking to the gardener who gave a very interesting talk about the various plants.
My son especially enjoyed meeting the massive horses that were being walked around the farmyard.
We spent longer than we were expecting to, as it was such a good day out and I would certainly recommend a visit .
We took directions from the farm website and it was very easy to find.
It is located in some lovely countryside and was the friendliest attraction we have ever visited.All of the staff enjoyed talking about their various roles in the farm and we were made to feel most welcome.
As well as seeing all the old farm machinery, we watched bricks being made and also, in the dairy , we saw a demonstration on butter making.
There was also other various activities taking place throughout the day.We were given a timetable of events when we entered.
It was lovely seeing all the animals,especially the calfs playing in their stable.
We had a look into the old school house which housed the tea rooms and the prices were very reasonable.There was seating both inside,and outside on the lawned area.
It was interesting to read that the previous reviewer had been to school there!
There is a museum shop which also sells Icecreams at decent prices and not rip-off prices like lots of places.
The farm buildings and farm house were very interesting to wander around.
The farmyard is cobbled,so sensible shoes are advised.We were able to wander amongst the sheep,lambs,chickens etc.
Walking through the vegetable garden,we were talking to the gardener who gave a very interesting talk about the various plants.
My son especially enjoyed meeting the massive horses that were being walked around the farmyard.
We spent longer than we were expecting to, as it was such a good day out and I would certainly recommend a visit .
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A fantastic fun day out! I was a city boy for years, so I learnt a few things at Acton Scott too! Fresh air, friendly knowledgeable staff, refreshments.... It was a bit like Blists Hill in Telford, except with animals! Me and my nieces and nephews loved it. Great stuff.
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Having spent some time at school on this site during the war,I was pleased to see that little has changed over the years ,and that what you are witnessing during your visit is a true picture of how farming was carried out in years gone bye.Even the old schoolhouse ,which is now being used as a cafe,is recognisabe as the place where I spent many hours pouring over books and chanting my times tables.If you are in the area ,dont miss the chance to experience a truly memorable day.
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