Acton Scott Working Farm Museum
A fascinating insight into rural life at the turn of the 19th century with daily demonstrations of period skills.
Overview
This beautifully restored water mill in the Shropshire village of Clun retains much of its rustic, industrial charm, with exposed beams, stripped timber floors and old machinery still in place, giving the hostel plenty of character.
This rural retreat is now a great base for visitors on walking and cycling holidays, looking to explore the unspoilt landscape, hill forts, castles and picturesque market towns nearby.
Why guests love YHA Clun Mill
Accommodation at YHA Clun Mill
The hostel
This Youth Hostel has a selection of dorm beds, private rooms and en-suite rooms as well as camping. There is space for 23 people in total. There are comfortable social areas in the hostel where you can relax with a good book or challenge your family to one of our boardgames. The open plan living and dining space contains a table and comfortable seating, perfect for self-catering guests to eat, and great for relaxing. There is also a wood burning stove which you can cosy up in front of during the colder winter months. YHA Clun Mill is a self-catering only hostel and has a small but fully equipped self-catering kitchen situated within the hostel with a separate self-catering kitchen for camping guests. There is also a BBQ pit which is perfect for use over summer. The village has shops where guests can buy provisions and there are three pubs and a cafe if guests fancy eating out.
Things to do around YHA Clun Mill
Cycling in Clun
There's lots of great cycling nearby, the hostel is very close to the Lands End John O’ Groats route, or, for something shorter try the Offa's Dyke trail and enjoy unspoilt landscape at its best.
Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd
Some of the best walking in the Marches and an important place for wildlife, geology, landscape and archaeology. Part of Shropshire’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Walking and Rambling in Clun
Set in the rolling Shropshire countryside you can enjoy the Offa's Dyke National Trail which connects castles, abbeys and thriving market towns.
Bridgnorth Cliff Railway
A working railway transports customer up 111 foot sandstone cliffs that separate the town and the River Severn.
The Spaceguard Centre
The Spaceguard Centre aims to bring the wonders of the universe to everyone in a fun and understandable way.
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
5 miles Meet the mammoth and look inside an Iron Age roundhouse. Watch the hot air balloon film for a unique perspective. Visit the website
Facilities
General
- Cot available
- Cycle store
- Garden / grounds
Essentials
- Drying room
- Laundry
- Lounge
Entertainment
- Board games
- Library/Quiet room
Accommodation options
- Private rooms available
- En suite rooms available
- Camping and Cabins
Food & drink
- BBQ area
- Dining room
- Self-catering kitchen
Transportation & parking
- Parking
Other YHA products
- Trade bookings
- YHA Exclusive Hire
Need to know
Check in: 17.00 - 21.00
Check out: Before 10.00
Open every day?: No
Towels and toiletries: Towels and toiletries are not provided but are available to hire or buy from reception. Bedding is supplied.
Pets: Dogs can stay on our campsite. You can bring your dog for free if you are camping in your own tent. Pets are not permitted in the hostel accommodation at YHA Clun Mill however, assistance dogs are welcome throughout, please advise upon booking.
YHA Clun Mill - Access Statement
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YHA Exclusive Hire
To enjoy the beautifully restored YHA Clun Mill for just you, your friends and family visit our YHA Exclusive Hire website and hire out the whole property. Open for group bookings every weekend of the year.
Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
This hostel is part of our Volunteer Managers programme. You can find out about becoming a Volunteer Manager and supporting our small hostels on our Volunteering site.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: Don't miss the original mill workings that have been beautifully preserved throughout the hostel - take a mini tour and discover how everything used to work. Just sit back and enjoy the peace and quiet in the heart of the Welsh Marches, or get out and explore the nearby hill forts and castles as part of your walking or cycling break.
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