Local Reviews
In August 2025, Jane M said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
A great day out, lots of things to see and do. The children particularly enjoyed watching the shire horses being shoed.
Sweet little gypsie caravan that the children also loved playing in. Nice cafè to. Will definitely go again
Sweet little gypsie caravan that the children also loved playing in. Nice cafè to. Will definitely go again
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In September 2025, Jenni W said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Visited Acton Scott Heritage Farm on Sunday with a group of friends. The setting is so beautiful, nestled in the Shropshire Hills. The Farm has been preserved with such care by a dedicated team of volunteers and staff, and continues to be managed using traditional methods. A real time capsule.
Each weekend the team present relevant aspects of the Edwardian farmer's year. Edward the Shire Horse is usually there, demonstrating why horses are so amazing.
You can try your hand at crafts like spinning or threshing, or help decirare the site for seasonal festivals. They also run workshops.
We loved seeing the rare breed pigs, sheep and cows. Look out for the Duchess, a very regal Old Spot pig.
The cafe was excellent and all the team are passionate and welcoming. It's a great day out for all ages.
Each weekend the team present relevant aspects of the Edwardian farmer's year. Edward the Shire Horse is usually there, demonstrating why horses are so amazing.
You can try your hand at crafts like spinning or threshing, or help decirare the site for seasonal festivals. They also run workshops.
We loved seeing the rare breed pigs, sheep and cows. Look out for the Duchess, a very regal Old Spot pig.
The cafe was excellent and all the team are passionate and welcoming. It's a great day out for all ages.
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In October 2025, Deborah t said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Well worth a visit. We were shown around the house and grounds by the very friendly and knowledgeable owners. Then on to the farm which gives an insight into the workings of a farm before technology. The volunteers provide lots of information on how things used to be done with demonstrations of spinning, butter making etc. It also has a great cafe
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In April 2026, Erin Gwilliams said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In April 2026, Anna said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In April 2026, Isabel S said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In April 2026, Karen F said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In April 2026, Venture55702874821 said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In May 2026, Pearcling said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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In May 2026, Chris C said about Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
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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