Acton Scott Escapes

From £220 For 2 nights, 5 adults
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  • Stylish glamping in ancient woodland at a 1,000-acre Shropshire estate
  • A 15-minute drive to Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd
  • Hot tub, barbecue, bathroom and kitchen for each unit
Now, here’s something a bit special… Acton Scott Escapes is a smart glamping site tucked away in ancient woodland in the heart of the 1,000-acre Acton Scott Estate, about 10 minutes' drive from Church Stretton in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It’s a fabulous location indeed – and if the name of the place sounds slightly familiar, that may well be because it’s the setting of the BBC’s ‘Victorian Farm’ programmes. The glamping units here are well spaced out, each within its own little encampment that has a barbecue and hot tub (you’ll need to book this as an extra) plus plenty of private space where you can spend an evening stargazing. Each unit also has electricity and hot water connections, so although it’s all pretty rural in atmosphere you don’t have to live completely off grid. Much is provided for guests here, with beds made up ready for your arrival, towels provided and various extras included such as firewood, a barbecue and lanterns. Each unit has a kitchen area, a woodburning stove and private bathroom facilities. The site was remodelled for the 2023 season with the addition of a lovely shop that sells tasty handmade ready meals from the local deli (a fine option for days when the weather puts you off barbecuing or your outings have left you too tired to cook). There’s also a very handy ‘Wander Wall’ listing local hikes and activities for all ages and abilities; if you need more advice on how to fill your days, take a look in the handbook provided or ask your friendly host Tam for recommendations.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Open all year
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • Please note that Acton Scott Historic Working Farm is currently closed for essential maintenance until spring 2024.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Hot tub

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

Acton Scott Escapes

Hatton Wood Farm Track

Acton Scott

Church Stretton

Shropshire

England

SY6 6QP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.50147°N
-2.79141°W

Nearest transport

Coach
14.6 mi Bus Station
15 mi Rural Cottages
15 mi Rural Cottages
Rail
2.5 mi Church Stretton Rail Station
4.5 mi Craven Arms Rail Station
6.7 mi Broome Rail Station

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd (walking area): 15 minutes’ drive - Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre: 15 minutes - Stokesay Castle: 15 minutes - Caer Caradoc (hill walking): 15 minutes - Ludlow (town with castle and independent food shops): 25 minutes - The Edge Adventure Activities: 25 minutes - Kerry Vale Vineyard: half an hour - Stiperstones National Nature Reserve: 40 minutes - Croft Castle and Parkland: 40 minutes.

Must see

Stokesay Castle 5.2 mi

Ludlow Castle 9.7 mi

Much Wenlock Priory 11.7 mi

Enginuity 15.2 mi

Ironbridge Gorge Museums 15.4 mi

National Trust

Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 3.3 mi

Wilderhope Manor 5.4 mi

Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill 12.3 mi

Attingham Park 13.6 mi

Croft Castle and Parkland 15 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Church Stretton and Acton Scott 2.5 mi

Caer Caradoc from Church Stretton, via Three Fingers Rock 2.5 mi

Church Stretton - Pole Bank - Carding Mill Valley 2.5 mi

Church Stretton - Caer Caradoc - Hope Bowdler Hill 2.5 mi

Church Stretton - Carding Mill Valley - Long Mynd 3.3 mi

Local events

  • Camp Bestival Shropshire (Thursday 15 August 2024 – Thursday 15 August 2024)

    Telford, Shropshire 24.7 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Want to know more about camping in Shropshire?

  • Does Acton Scott Escapes have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Acton Scott Escapes dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Acton Scott Escapes? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd (walking area): 15 minutes’ drive - Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre: 15 minutes - Stokesay Castle: 15 minutes - Caer … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Acton Scott Escapes?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Acton Scott Escapes? From £220 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.