Leicester Longwool Sheep
The Lavender Fleece
is proud to be stewards of the historically significant and critically endangered         
Leicester Longwool
I invite you to visit the links below to learn more about the Leicester Longwool. Please read the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy's page about getting started in raising rare breeds if you are new to farming. Shepherds are needed to help preseve the Leicester Longwool sheep...and...
Spinners, knitters, weavers & felters are needed to purchase the wool & yarn to help preseve the shepherds!
lavenderfleece@charter.net or phone 989.832.4908.
The "Old Leicester"

Robert Bakewell's "New Leicester"


History of the Breed in America

Colonial Williamsburg's Role

The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy

Breed Standard

Leicester Longwool Influence Worldwide

Candid Photos of our Leicester Longwools

Leicester Longwool Fleece & Fiber

Leicester Longwools in the United Kingdom
Home
Leicester Longwool Sheep for Sale -
email me or phone 989-832-4908 to be on our spring 2012 waiting list!
Also of interest:
The Dishley Society

Sheep Health and Management Tips


Articles on Sheep Raising and Health Issues
Handwoven Rugs

Our Rams
Our Ewes
Why don't my Leicester Longwools look like this?