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Set in tranquil ancient woodland at the heart of the 1,000-acre Acton Scott Estate in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, our glamping site offers an atmospheric rural experience and promises a care-free adventure for all. With just three encampments, each begging to be explored, you'll have the opportunity to make friends with other visitors whilst also being able to take valuable time out from the distractions of everyday life. Alternatively, if you want the site all to yourself, we can accommodate parties of up to ten people. Each encampment has a barbeque and a private hot tub, from which you can watch the stars in peace, except for the occasional crackle of the wood-fired stove. There is electricity and hot water in each encampment, so you don't have to live completely off-grid!
The site was freshly remodelled in 2023. Our new farm shop features gourmet, hand-prepared ready meals from the nearby Deli, perfect for those lazy days. Plenty of delicious local produce is also on offer, meaning you can visit us without the stress of a supermarket shop! The helpful visitor information section in the shop includes our new 'Wander Wall', where you'll find details of local hikes and activities for all ages and abilities. Your friendly host Tam can also give you recommendations for things to do throughout your stay in addition to those provided in your handbook.
The quaint market town of Church Stretton is a five-minute drive away, where you'll find small, independent shops and Carding Mill Valley, a very popular spot for walkers. The larger towns of Shrewsbury and Ludlow make for an excellent day-trip. If you fancy an evening meal, there are three high quality pubs within a 3-mile radius. 
Our hand-crafted, locally-made Shepherds' Huts suit the historic nature of the area perfectly. With a cosy woodburning stove, underfloor heating, a full-sized double bed complete with Egyptian cotton linen, an en-suite bathroom and a kitchenette, there's everything you'd expect of a luxury holiday and more. 
We offer a variety of extras which can be booked during the checkout process. These include breakfast and BBQ hampers, a glass bottle of fresh milk which can be refilled at the next-door organic dairy. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome - there is a small additional charge for cleaning. 
All of us at Acton Scott work hard to enrich its appeal to visitors and we are confident you will have a restorative and memorable holiday with us. If you have any questions, please email us at escapes@actonscott.com. We look forward to seeing you soon.
[Please note that Acton Scott Heritage Farm is currently closed for essential maintenance until Spring 2025]

The Red Kite Shepherd's Hut

I spent an amazing week at the Red Kite Shepherd's Hut while taking a woodworking class nearby. The hut had everything I needed to enjoy the beauty of the Shropshire area including food from the super onsite store, a grill and cooking implements for indoor/outdoor cooking, and a hot tub! The bed is comfy, the under floor radiant heating was a blessing, and the bathroom facilities are perfect. 

For me personally, Tam Burgess who oversees the property was yet another blessing. She walked with me through the fields to and from class on my first day to be sure I could find my way (3 mile round trip), warmed up the hot tub every day, provided extra food that I needed, and just genuinely made me feel at home. Thank you so much, Tam!

You won't regret staying here.

Red Kite Dreamland

If you love air filled with bird song, woodland filled with ancient oak trees, want to step away from constant emails/phone calls....

Step in the grounds of Acton Scott Shooting lodge.
Steeped in history, the beautiful old building isn't a modern, updated hotel. It's full of character, original beams / huge fireplace in main room.

It's set in glorious countryside, but worth pointing out , depending on your view...the possible downside or wonderful upside is there is limited / patchy signal.

My stay was in The Red Kite shepherd hut, little kitchen/shower/toilet/ comfy bed. Outside table/benches , hot tub to relax in while you are surrounded with green gloriousness. Tam - site manager is very helpful and lovely to chat with.

Church Stretton isn't far away if you need anything, lovely place to explore. Choices of hill walking / woodland close by.

Red Kite shepherd hut, what a location!

This was a lovely, peaceful location for celebrating a friend's 60th birthday. The Red Kite shepherd's hut had everything needed for our short break, including towels and a lovely hot shower. There's plenty of distance to ensure privacy from the other shepherd hut or safari tent.Tam (the site manager) is really friendly and very helpful. We had a lovely time and it was a welcome break in such a beautiful spot. We will definitely be going back, and for more than a couple of days!

Celebrating a friend's birthday

What a special place to celebrate our Golden Wedding. On arrival we were met by Tam who was lovely and very attentive throughout our stay. Nothing was too much trouble.
We loved everything about the hut. The beautiful location, the well equiped kitchen, the comfortable bed and the shower room. The underfloor heating was so cosy that we did not need to use the wood burner. It was absolutely perfect with many thoughtful touches to ensure that we had everything we needed for a very enjoyable and memorable weekend.

Golden Wedding Break

We escaped to this beautiful part of the country to seek a romantic break utilising this facility. The location was situated in woods with another 2 Shepherd huts strategically placed with plenty of distance for everyone’s privacy. There was a little shop where we checked in supplying bread, milk sugar tea etc . Basic essentials. Tam who greeted us was really friendly and showed us to our hut and explained everything we needed to know. The hut itself was quite spacious and clean with all the equipment needed to cook , brew up etc. fridge , microwave with built in grill and conventional oven, wood burner (with all wood and fire starters provided) utensils, plates cups glasses, tea towels, and bath towels all provided. Shower was lovely and warm and there was underfloor heating too so very cosy . The hot tub was fabulous with wood fired heating . We had a fabulous time and felt really chilled. Would go again

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