British Wool Supports 3 Shearing Records This Month
British Wool is the approved provider for shearing and wool handling training in the UK, with a programme designed to support candidates of all abilities in learning and developing a traditional rural skill.
British Wool courses are recognised across the world and tailored to individual level of ability – from an absolute beginner (Blue Seal) to an advanced stage (Gold Seal). Course content is designed to achieve a number of individual objectives - from shearing your flock more efficiently and effectively, to building foundations for career entry opportunities, to supporting entry at global competitions of the highest standards.
To find out more and book onto a shearing course click here https://www.britishwool.org.uk/shearing
Shearing Records
The UK has a well-established network of shearing competitions, shearing record attempts and ‘shear-athons’. These have an important role in rural communities, providing an opportunity for competitors to showcase and hone their skills, contributing to social events in the countryside and often raising money for worthy causes.
Richard Schofield, Shearing Manager, British Wool said: “Record attempts are an excellent opportunity to showcase the highly skilled individuals driving the industry forward while also helping to promote the quality of British wool to wider audiences.”
British Wool are proud to be supporting 3 record attempts coming up in August please see the details below.
On 12th August, Nick Greaves & Llyr Jones will attempt to break the 2 stand 9 hour British lamb record by shearing 1457 lambs on Nick's family farm at Amerton Lane, Staffordshire ST18 0LB .
On the 19th August, Lloyd Rees will be attempting the break the 9 Hour British Lamb Record by shearing 873 lambs at Blaebbwch, Builth Wells, LD2 3HU
https://www.facebook.com/lloydreesrecord
On the 25th August, Marie Prebble will attempt to set a Woman’s 8 hour strong wool ewe World record at Trefrank Farm, Cornwall, PL15 8QN
https://www.facebook.com/Marie-Prebble-8-Hour-Strong-Wool-Ewe-World-Record-Attempt-100712426057645/
Marie Prebble Shearing
Sheep Shearing Example