Leicester Longwool

[2] Leicester Longwool sheep date back to the 1700s, and were found in the Midland counties of England, originally developed in Dishley Grange, Leicestershire,[3] by Robert Bakewell.

The Leicester Longwool has been used to improve many sheep breeds because of its meaty carcase (carcass) and heavy fleece.

The head of an Leicester Longwool should be carried well, not too high and should have no signs of horns on the poll (forehead).

It should be lustrous, indicating the shine on the wool, and should have a well-defined crimp or wave from skin to tip.

Leicester Longwool sheep are currently found in Australia, New Zealand, Great Britain, Sweden and the United States.