Lakeland Sheep and Wool Centre

(See also Cockermouth and Sheep of Cumbria)

The Lakeland Sheep and Wool Centre houses a presentation on the 19 different breeds of Cumbrian sheep. A 300-seat indoor arena presents shows featuring sheep shearing, the skills of sheep dogs and information on the sheep industry of Cumbria.

Lakeland Sheep and Wool Centre
Egremont Road.
Cockermouth
Tel. 01900 822673.
Email: sheep+wool@dedicate.co.uk
Restaurant and Shop.
Sheep shows on March to October
Live demonstrations of shearing and sheep dogs in action.
5 days a week - Sunday to Thursday
(No shows Fri. or Sat.)
4 Times daily 10.30AM Noon 2PM and 4PM.

Photos courtesy of Barbara Ballard and Julian Thurgood

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