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VaennKona Soay Sheep

HandSpun Torin

HandSpun Hamilton

HandSpun Hamilton

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2017 RBST Registered ram

Saltmarsh Billinghurst x Saltmarsh Bexlin

HandSpun Hamilton

HandSpun Hamilton

HandSpun Hamilton

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2017 RBST Registered ram

Saltmarsh Billinghurst x Saltmarsh Mindrum

Juniata Icarus

HandSpun Hamilton

Juniata Icarus

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 2018 RBST Registered Ram

Saltmarsh Hammond x USA0003 Janis

Juniata Icarus

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From classic mouflon to pied - we have colour variety!

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Naturally raised

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Perfect for small holdings, beginner farmers

Bronze Age Sheep for a Modern Era

What is a Soay?

 

Viking Sheep

Soay Sheep originate from the islands of St.Kilda, off the Scottish coast.   Kilda is the Norse word for sheep island, suggesting this breed was  brought to the remote islands by the vikings.  Soays may be one of the  only living examples of mans earliest domesticated sheep.  Because of  their isolation, they have remained genetically unaltered, a primitive  breed frozen in time.  Soay Sheep are a rare breed recognized by the  Rare Breed Survival Trust. 

A  feral population of Soay Sheep still remain on St Kilda Island.  This  herd has been the subject of a long term scientific study researching  evolution, population dynamics and demography.


Size and Uses

The breed is much smaller than most modern breeds, making them an ideal  choice for small land holders or beginner livestock owners.  Rams  generally weigh between 70-80lbs, while ewes top out around 40-50lbs.   Box sexes are horned, although naturally polled animals do occur.

Soays  naturally shed or "roo" their fleece each year and do not need to be  sheared, adding to their easy keeping.  Although small, their meat is  known for its unusual flavour.

They are hardy, worm-resistant, and exceptionally easy keepers and lambers.


Preserving the Past, for the Future

This remarkable and adorable rare breed resembles a small deer or goat more  so than a sheep - so we aren't surprised when people mistake them for  anything BUT sheep.

With less than 1500 known breeding ewes left in the world, conservation is a huge part of being a steward to the breed.

Contact us today to learn how you can back in time with a breed destined for the future. 

The Soay Sheep, a bronze age marvel for the modern farmer.. 

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RBST Registered stock available in 2021

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