It's lamb time at Acton Scott Farm
Spring is in the air and some four-legged attractions are on show at an historic Shropshire farm which is preparing to open its gates to the public this weekend.
The public will be able to look round Acton Scott Farm from Saturday and there is lots to see as all the animals have returned from their winter lodgings.
The sow on the farm at Acton Scott, near Church Stretton, has given birth to 11 beautiful piglets, the Shire horses will be out ploughing the land and Dusty the donkey is a regular crowd puller.
Farm project manager Suzie Gibson said the Shropshire sheep were just about to have their lambs and there was a new breed of hen that produced baby-blue eggs.
She added: "There are four cute Shropshire shorthorn calves and our chicks are being hatched for our very young visitors to cuddle. There is also an exceptional display of vintage wheelwrighting and historic vehicles and ploughs.
"There will be working bread ovens, spinning and making corn dollies. The children's willow maze has been refurbished and the gipsy caravan in the picket fenced play area is just waiting to welcome guests."
The café will be offering traditional dishes.
More details at www.actonscottmuseum.com or (01694) 781307.
