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PAT QUINN, HARFORD FLOCK
23.04.1927 - 11.10.2025
The Cotswold Sheep Society is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Pat Quinn of the Harford Flock of Cotswold Sheep. Pat first became a member of the Cotswold Sheep Society in 1978 and held various Officer roles. A Council Member 1986 to 1992, Vice Chairman 1993 to 1996, Chairman 1996 to 1999, President 2006 to 2012, and in most recent years our Life President from 2020.
In July 2022 Pat's Harford Flock and Harford Herd of Longhorn Cattle were dispersed at Worcester Livestock Market, with sheep joining both current and new members. To date there are Harford sheep in over 20 different flocks of Cotswolds.
Pat will be much missed by all of us at the Society and her contribution to the conservation of our rare breed will live on.
The Society wish to send their sincere condolences to all of Pat's family and many friends.
Pat Quinn receiving the Peter Walwin Perpetual Trophy from Alan Lyons, Cirencester Market 2011
WINTER SOCIAL 2025
The Cotswold Sheep Society warmly invite all members, their family and friends to our Annual Prize Giving and Society Winter Social on Sunday 23rd November at Aldsworth Village Hall, Gloucestershire, GL54 3QU. Arrival from 12.30pm with lunch served at 1pm.
To view the flyer for the menu and further details please click here.
RSVP by Saturday 15th November.
COTSWOLD SHEEP PHOTOGRAPHS
Gary Birtwhistle from the Whistledown flock is producing a calendar with the theme: 'our flocks in their natural environment'. Please forward any suitable, high quality photographs of your Cotswolds directly to Gary or to info@cotswoldsheepsociety.co.uk
Cotswold sheep, often referred to as the 'Cotswold Lion' were introduced into the UK by the Romans. Their wool was referred to as the 'Golden Fleece' owing to its rich lustre, and was an important export, particularly in the Middle Ages. It not only played a major role in the development of many Cotswold towns and villages, but also in the finances of the nation. Sadly times have changed, and they are now classified as a rare breed.
Click Here for more information about the history of the Cotswold Wool and Click Here for more about the Breed History.
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Moreton in Marsh Show 2024
Representing the Cotswold breed in the Rare & Minority interbreed at Moreton in Marsh Show 2024
Happy Young Handlers
The next generation having fun at the 2024 society show
Moreton in Marsh Show 2023
A strong class of ram lambs for the judge, Mr S Higgins
Moreton in Marsh Show 2024
A great display of Cotswolds at the last show of the season
Showing Workshop 2024
A sunny and informative day for both old and new faces to the show ring
Cotswold Fleece
Beautiful Cotswold fleece on the Society stand at Moreton Show 2023
Worcester Show & Sale 2024
1st Placed Shearling Ewe in the sale ring at Worcester Market
Winter Social 2023
A cosy evening at Cogges Manor Farm for our annual prize giving and winter social
The Society Show 2023
A perfect day and a great turnout of sheep
The Society Show 2024
A strong class of shearling ewes for judge, Ben Stayt
Moreton in Marsh Show 2023
Champion & Reserve Champion
Spring Social 2023
A very good turnout for our spring social with talks from Carol Crowdy & Steve Parkes