The Devon & Cornwall Longwool breed has been in existence for over 150 years in the Westcountry and was officially established through the amalgamation of the South Devon and the Devon Longwool.

The breed is a large lowland sheep, docile in nature and well adapted to the West County climatic conditions. The head is well covered with long curly wool and both sexes are polled. The body is covered in long curly, white wool, is well proportioned with a strong wide and long top. The ribs gives plenty of volumeto the chest. The rear is well muscled with a good conformation. Lambs, born between February and June, are well known for their lean carcass.

The fleece is long curly and white producing more wool per sheep than any other British breed. The wool is sought after for the carpet industry, commanding a high price.

An average mature ewe weighs 100kg, rams 136kg.

Our ram was Breed Champion and won First Prize at the 2004 Bath & West Show.

The Rare Breeds Survival Trust added the Devon & Cornwall Longwool to their Watchlist in January 2004. They then estimated the adult female population to be between 1 500 & 3 000.

Devon & Cornwall Longwool Champion Ram