The Greyface Dartmoor sheep, also sometimes known as the Dartmoor or "Improved" Dartmoor, descended from the local breeds, which grazed the low ground in and around Dartmoor. They have immense strength of constitution developed through withstanding the severe winters and exposed conditions, which exist around the Moor. Improvements to the breed were carried out during the 19th century using the local Longwools (Notts) and the Leicester.

They are very good mothers, and are very easy to handle as they are more calms than many other breeds of sheep.

The Dartmoor fleece is classified as Lustre Longwool. They are a medium sized sheep (approx. 60 kg/132 lbs), hornless, deep bodied, short legged, with well woolled head and legs. The white face is mottled or spotted with black or grey with matching feet.

 

We have a small flock of pedigree, registered ewes, which have just produced us some lovely lambs, and a registered breeding ram. Dartmoors are listed on the 'At Risk' register of the Rare Breeds Survival Trust.