Name: Young Handlers Workshops & Competitions
Start: 2026-05-03T10:00:00+01:00
Location: Edisford Bridge, Clitheroe, BB7 3, United Kingdom

Young Handlers Workshops & Competitions
Sunday 3rd May 2026 – 10.00am
Please reply by Monday 18th April 2026
To be held at the Riverbank Flock
kindly hosted by The Knowles Family
Edisford Bridge Farm, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 3LJ
The day is aimed at Jacob sheep young handlers from all over the UK and Ireland. The whole day is free of charge to any young handlers (aged up to 21 years) with an interest in Jacob sheep and the workshops and competitions are for young handlers only.
All young handlers must be accompanied by a responsible adult and those below the age of 12 years must have a responsible adult to be within arm’s reach at all times.
There will be photographs taken of activities throughout the day, anyone not wishing to have these used as publicity by the society please let us know.
Programme for the Day:
10.00 am - Arrival at Riverbank Flock, Edisford Bridge Farm, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 3LJ - Tea / Coffee / Squash and biscuits (available throughout the day)
10.20 am - Introduction and group photo.
10.30 am - Followed by activities with the sheep, to include;
● How to tell when a lamb is finished and ready to market
● Trimming demonstration
12.00 pm - Lunch - sandwiches provided, feel free to bring a cake / dessert to share
- Change into showing clothes (White coat, tie and boots)
1.00 pm - Further activities
● Putting on halters
● Showing and standing up sheep
● Sheep showing competition with rosettes and prizes for all
● Raffle
3.30 pm - Estimated departure time.
To book your places or if you would like further information, please contact Rachel Knowles – 07980 454817 – Email [email protected]
We will have to limit numbers to 20 young handlers so please ensure you book early to avoid disappointment.
Please see the link below for the booking form:
https://jacobsheepsociety.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Young-Handlers-at-Knowles-2026.pdf
Jacob Sheep Society