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13th Lock Farm
13th Lock Cottage, Clonaghlis Lane, Ardclough, Straffan, County Kildare, W23CD54
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Lleyn
Lleyn sheep have soft, white wool with a fine, even, and springy texture.
Hilltex
Hilltex sheep produce dense, white wool with a medium texture that’s durable and resilient
EasyCare
EasyCare sheep have fine, soft wool with a naturally shedding undercoat, making their fleece low-maintenance while still usable for light yarns.
Beltex
Beltex sheep have short, dense white wool that is firm yet soft, providing structure while maintaining a smooth feel.
About Lock Farm
The farm grows a full range of indoor and outdoor vegetables for a vegetable box scheme. Sheep are a part of the farm and are a closed flock apart from occasional rams bought in. I grew up shearing sheep so have and understanding of the work and the different quality of wool from different breeds. I grow vegetables without the use of chemicals and the sheep are rotated around the farm.
Community & Wool Products
Do you currently sell your wool commercially, or is it reserved for personal or local use?
Wool is used for both personal use and the majority is sold commercially
Is your farm open to hosting tours, workshops, or demonstrative events for the public related to your livestock or wool production?
Yes, the farm is a vegetable growing farm and sheep are bred for wool and meat.