Lleyns ewes were introduced to Cragg Farm in 1994
to replace the traditional horned ewes. It was felt that these ewes were not breeding the quality of lamb that was required for the market. The Lleyns seemed to offer all the attributes that is required for a breeding ewe. We have been impressed by the nature of the ewes and their quiet temperament, their hardiness, ability to milk and rear 2 good lambs.We now rear all our own replacements with any
surplus been sold. With Lleyn sheep you can keep a closed flock and so never have to buy in any replacements. As the Lleyn sheep is a medium sized ewe it is possible to stock harder than other breeds. You can breed the Lleyn pure but it can also be crossed with the Charollais, Texel or Suffolk
Successfully to produce some outstanding lambs with great confirmation & carcass quality
