Change of name for historic working farm as it looks for key people in time for reopening
A much-loved visitor attraction has changed its name and is now searching to fill two key posts as it looks forward to reopening next year.
The farm, formerly known as Acton Scott Historic Working Farm, near Church Stretton, has also changed its name to Acton Scott Heritage Farm to "look forward and to avoid any confusion with the past."
A tantalising new light has also been shed on what kind of an attraction it will be.
One of the roles they are looking for states that it will be on a mission "of demonstrating a working farm through time and raising awareness of the value of historic farming techniques and what they might offer for future generations."
Now it is also looking for a full time £45,000-a-year farm director to develop and implement a business strategy to achieve that.
It is also looking for an agricultural contractor who is experienced in working heavy horses, or be an experienced livestock farmer with an interest in historic and rare breeds.
A statement on the attraction's Facebook page said: "Acton Scott Heritage Farm, formerly Acton Scott Historic Working Farm, is offering a unique opportunity for an experienced individual to be at the forefront of the launch of this new farm attraction.
"The site has applied for charitable status and we are seeking a director that can help the Trustee Board realise their vision of an inclusive dynamic organisation that will continue to provide a unique tourist and educational attraction."
