Favourite farm opens its gates for 2012

Shropshire Council-run Acton Scott Historic Working Farm opens for the 2012 season on Tuesday 3 April 2012. 

Over the winter, the farm has seen a number of improvements, many funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund as part of the Development Project that the farm has benefited from over the past couple of years. 

There will be new information boards for visitors to gain a better understanding of life on a Victorian upland farm from, more opportunities for play for younger visitors, and other improvements to help make a visit to the farm a really great experience. 

Mike Owen, Shropshire Council’s Cabinet member for economic growth and prosperity, said:-

“Acton Scott Historic Working Farm offers so much for visitors of all ages.  I’d encourage residents and visitors to visit the farm and remind themselves of just what a wonderful attraction and resource we have on our doorstep.” 

Cecilia Motley, Shropshire Councillor for Corvedale, which includes the parish of Acton Scott, added:-

“We are very proud of the success Acton Scott Historic Working Farm has brought to Shropshire; we hope many people come along and take part, and enjoy what is one of the county’s best known farms.” 

The farm’s 2012 events programme include an opportunity at Easter to see the new animal arrivals at the farm, and have a go at some family fun activities too.  As the season unfolds there are special events for the early May Bank Holiday, Diamond Jubilee and harvest while, in August, the farm plays host to the 9th International Iron Smelting Symposium. 

Acton Scott Historic Working Farm is open from Tuesday 3 April 2012 to Sunday 4 November 2012.  Tues – Fri 10am – 4.30pm; Sat, Sun and Bank Holidays 10.30am – 5pm.  The farm is closed on Mondays, except Bank Holidays.   There is a shop and excellent café and plenty of free parking.  For more info click here, call 0345 678 9024 and follow us on Facebook and twitter.