Castlemilk Moorit Sheep
How rare are they?
Endangered: Less than 500 breeding ewes remaining.
Where do they come from?
These sheep were bred from Moorit Shetland, Manx Loghtan and wild Moufflon sheep in the park of Castlemilk in Dumfriesshire, Scotland.
What makes the Castlemilk Moorit so special?
- These are the rarest type of sheep we have here at Odds Farm.
- They are light tan, or Moorit in colour. They have short, tight wool, which is popular for hand spinning.
- They are naturally short tailed and long legged.
Greyface Dartmoor Sheep
How rare are they?
This breed of sheep were at risk but they are now classified as Minority.
Where do they come from?
These sheep are descendants of the native heath sheep of southwest Britain.
What makes the Greyface Dartmoor so special?
- They are very friendly and easy to handle.
- They are polled (no horns).
- They are deep bodied, short legged with a well woolled head and legs.
- They have mottled, spotted black and grey muzzles.
- They produce a heavy fleece of curly lustre wool.
Whitefaced Woodland Sheep
How rare are they?
Vulnerable: less than 900 breeding ewes.
Where do they come from?
This breed was derived from the valley called Woodland, which links Derwent and Ladybower to the Snake Pass and Glossop in the Peak District.
What makes the Whitefaced Woodland so special?
- They are a hardy breed of sheep that adapts well to all conditions.
- The ewes have a good mothering instinct, producing strong lively lambs.
- The wool is of very fine quality, and is much sought after not only for its natural colour but also for its ability to take any dye colour.
