Acton Scott facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Acton Scott |
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 The parish church of Acton Scott |
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 Acton Scott
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| Population | 104 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | SO454895 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | CHURCH STRETTON |
| Postcode district | SY6 |
| Dialling code | 01694 |
| Police | West Mercia |
| Fire | Shropshire |
| Ambulance | West Midlands |
| EU Parliament | West Midlands |
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Acton Scott is a small village and parish in Shropshire, England. It is located near the town of Church Stretton. In 2011, about 104 people lived there.
The village is nestled within the beautiful Shropshire Hills. This area is very special because of its outstanding natural beauty. Acton Scott was first mentioned in a very old book called the Domesday Book in 1086. Back then, it was known as Actune.
The Acton family has lived in Acton Scott for a very long time. They have managed the large Acton Scott estate, which is about 1,500 acres (6.1 square kilometers), since the 1100s.
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Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Acton Scott is most famous for its Historic Working Farm. This farm was like a living museum, showing how farms operated in Victorian times. It was started in 1975 by Tom Acton, who owned the estate at the time. The farm covered about 30 acres (12 hectares).
What You Could Do There
Visitors to the farm could learn about many old farming skills. They could take part in workshops and courses. Some activities included turning butter and hand-milking cows. You could also learn about herding livestock.
Many traditional skills were demonstrated at the farm. These included bodging (making wooden objects), forging (shaping metal), and pole-lathing (turning wood). People also learned about making wheels and bricks.
Farm on TV
The farm became even more well-known in 2009. It was featured in a BBC TV series called Victorian Farm. This show helped many people learn about life and work on a Victorian farm.
Why the Farm Closed
The museum was managed by Shropshire Council. They leased the land from the Acton Scott manor estate. Sadly, the farm closed in June 2021. This happened because of economic reasons. The Council planned to end its lease with the estate in 2023.
See also
- Listed buildings in Acton Scott
