The Woolly Patchwork Sheep Sanctuary

Bleatings

OUR STORY

Our newsletter tells our story through the seasons: our joys and sorrows.

  • Winter 2020: life must go on

    Firstly, a very warm welcome to all our new Sanctuary family members! My apologies for the lack of a newsletter in November 2019. As many of you are aware, I lost Merv in a tragic accident in mid November and my life turned upside down in the blink of an eye. But as Merv would Read more

  • Summer 2019: shearing and hot weather

    What a wonderful summer we’ve had here at the Sanctuary. The hot weather started in May and apart from a couple of showery weeks in the first half of June, it’s been predominantly dry and hot. Shearing day took place on 31st May. The day started rather overcast but came out fine and warm. All Read more

  • Spring 2019: Storm Gareth and getting ready for shearing

    Spring 2019: Storm Gareth and getting ready for shearing

    Firstly a big welcome to all the new members of our sanctuary family!Thank you to all of you for your generosity and support. I really couldn’t do itwithout you. The only income the sanctuary receives is from adoptions,donations and sales of our fleeces and every penny goes straight to thecare of the flock. Thank you Read more

  • Winter 2019: snowed in for three days

    The Woolly Patchwork Sheep Sanctuary experienced a hard winter with heavy snow and muddy conditions requiring extra care for the sheep. Mischievous sheep Alys caused chaos in the yard, while Chanelle fell ill, but made a full recovery after treatment. Owner Caroline also discussed the troubles with mandatory sheep ear tags and expressed gratitude for… Read more