Ryeland sheep
The Ryeland Sheep originated in Herefordshire and is one of the oldest breeds of sheep in the UK. They became known as Ryelands because they were developed in the rye growing areas or rye lands and were used to graze over the newly emerging rye to thicken it up and increase the yield.
By the early 20th Century Ryeland sheep had almost died out. The Ryeland Society was established in 1903 to help maintain and promote the breed. Prize winning Ryelands were bred on the Berrington Hall Estate in Herefordshire in the 1950's and Ryeland Sheep were exported to Australia and New Zealand. However, by the 1970's the breed was in danger once more. This time the Rare Breed Survival Trust came to the rescue and now Ryelands have minority breed status. Today, the Ryeland Sheep is popular amongst smallholders and consistently wins prizes at agricultural shows and smallholder events. The quality of the breed is gaining increased recognition and Ryelands are now also exported across Europe.
Rams:
‘Corydon Arboretum’ born 2002 Sire: Ruslin Picasso Dam: Cilgwri Sabbath
‘Ruslin Charles’ born 2003 Sire: Ruslin NZ Xpert Dam: N7
‘Kenseypark Jackpot’ born 2007 Sire: Ruslin Charles Dam: F22513 1153/C7
For Sale
Ryeland Lambs
Lambs for sale, available at weaning. Can be registered with Ryeland Flock Book Society, all out of pedigree registered stock. Some cracking ram lambs for sale out of prize winning rams. All Heptovac P vaccinated, reguarly wormed. Would make good stock rams or go into the show ring, as have excellent confirmation.
