Founded in 1891, the Dorset Horn Sheep Breeders' Association was created with a mission to promote Dorset Horn Sheep breeding globally and maintain the breed's integrity. The landscape shifted in the late 1950s with the introduction of hornless Dorset sheep from Australia, swiftly gaining favor in the UK. By 1974, the number of registered Poll Dorsets surpassed Dorset Horns, leading to a pivotal change in 1981: the association adopted a new name, becoming the Dorset Horn and Poll Dorset Sheep Breeders' Association.
BREED BROCHURE 2025
The 2025 breed brochure showcases highlights from 2024, industry insights, and breeder advertisements. Looking ahead, 2025 will feature numerous shows with Dorset classes and multiple society sales, including Mayfair, Worcester, Carlisle, and Melton Mowbray. Support for these events is invaluable.
In 2024, over 30 new flocks joined the society, and members are encouraged to participate in shows, sales, and events—valuable opportunities for learning, networking, and sharing knowledge. The breed council continues to expand promotion efforts through shows, sales, and national publications, welcoming ideas and input from members.
May Fair 2025 Entry Forms
Sheep for sale
Dorset Diamonds NI Club Sale
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Emeralds Sale Catalogue
Case Studies
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Q & A with Hadley Glover
How did you get into Farming? I grew up on two family farms, where my siblings and I spent countless hours helping my two grandfathers. From a young age age...
Q & A with Hadley Glover
How did you get into Farming? I grew up on two family farms, where my siblings and I spent countless hours helping my two grandfathers. From a young age age...
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Grazing arable crops: Flocks of benefits - Char...
The reversion back to more traditional methods of farming during recent years has seen livestock find favour on arable farms again. CPM speaks to one grower who’s ahead of the curve. By...
Grazing arable crops: Flocks of benefits - Char...
The reversion back to more traditional methods of farming during recent years has seen livestock find favour on arable farms again. CPM speaks to one grower who’s ahead of the curve. By...
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Regional Clubs
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Northern Dorset Breeders Club
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East Anglian Dorset Breeders Club
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Clwb Defaid Dorset Cymru / Welsh Dorset Sheep Club
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Northern Ireland Club
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Scottish Dorset Breeders' Club
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Southern Ireland Polled & Horned Dorset Breeders Club
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Dorset Emeralds Show & Sale report
Leading the way at the Dorset Emeralds show and sale of Dorset Horn and Poll Dorset sheep on Saturday (22nd March) at Worcester Livestock Market was the pre-sale champion and...
Dorset Emeralds Show & Sale report
Leading the way at the Dorset Emeralds show and sale of Dorset Horn and Poll Dorset sheep on Saturday (22nd March) at Worcester Livestock Market was the pre-sale champion and...
