WELCOME
A very warm welcome to the Jacob Sheep Society website, whether you are an existing member or prospective new member, I hope you will find this site interesting, informative & even inspiring!
The Jacob Sheep breed is steeped in history with origins in the Middle East and is quite possibly the oldest sheep breed in the World, with historical references dating back to the Old Testament, Book of Genesis.
The breed has evolved considerably since these early origins and today has become well established in the United Kingdom and indeed in many other parts of the world.
The breed has enormous appeal because of its unique appearance and other qualities which help to attract the interest of sheep keepers – large and small. Pedigree Breeding Flocks predominate with a thriving Show and Sales circuit, but this easily managed breed also attracts attention from Spinners and Knitters, commercial cross breeders, and paddock/orchard grazers!
As a breed Society we hope that this Website together with regular contributions on Social media and events around the country add even more to the appeal of the breed we also love so much, whether young or old(er!) established breeder or first tentative enquiry you can be assured of a warm welcome and many satisfying hours ahead.
LYNDON TRUMPER
CHAIRMAN, JACOB SHEEP SOCIETY
The Jacob Sheep Society 50th Anniversary Book
Written by Clive Richardson
Latest News
Keep up to date with the latest Tay Sachs news - See Here
Buy the 2021 Jacob Calendar..! Click here for the story behind it.!
November 2020 council Minutes now available - Click Here
Photo Competition results are now in..! - See Here
2021 calendars are now available by ordering online from the JSS webshop using this link
2020 Lamb Fleece Competition Results - See Here
Virtual Young Handlers Results Published.! -See Here
Details on Melton Mowbray Show and Sale added- See Here
Fleece Competition Announced- See Central Region Page for details
Details of VIRTUAL YOUNG HANDLERS SHOW added to the Central Region Page - More Details Here
Virtual Royal Three Counties Show Results announced - More details here
See the latest news on the Scottish Jacob Sales - More details here
New Regional Council Member for the Eastern Region Announced - More details here
Updated treasurers reports now available - More details here
Covid-19 info from the NSA added to your local regional page
