This 2.5 mile walk starts at Acton Scott Heritage Farm, where you can experience daily life on an upland farm at the turn of the 20th century. There is lots to discover along the way, as you amble through the la
This walk is a short version of the full Acton Scott Amble, which is a 6.5 mile walk. If you would prefer to walk the whole route, which also takes in the charming Chelmick Valley see Acton Scott Amble – Full Walk.
Acton Scott Estate
There has been a manor at Acton since the time of the Norman Conquest. The Acton family are one of the few ancient English families who can trace their ownership of the land to before 1066. The church at Acton Scott dates from at least 1252 and in 1820 the Actons added a north aisle to serve as their family pew. A path leads directly from this to the 17th century brick gate piers for access to the private grounds of Acton Scott Hall. The Hall is surrounded by pleasure grounds which used to have a carriage drive winding through, affording those guests arriving at the Hall with wonderful views across the estate over to Wenlock.
Acton Scott Heritage Farm
Acton Scott Heritage Farm depicts life on a Shropshire upland farm in the mid Victorian era. Home to rare breed livestock, working heavy horses, productive gardens, a busy Victorian farmhouse and demonstrations of traditional rural crafts including wheelwrighting, spinning and green woodworking.
Countryside themed workshops, special events and activities vary by season.
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