Class - 239: Ewe Lamb - Saintfield Show 2025

239: Ewe Lamb

Sheep ➤ Sheep ➤ Jacob Sat 21st Jun 2025

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SHEEP SECTION

SAINTFIELD SHOW SATURDAY 21^st JUNE 2025

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR SHEEP EXHIBITORS 2025: PROCEDURE FOR MOVEMENT OF NORTHERN IRELAND SHEEP INTO AND OUT OF THE SHOW

IDENTIFICATION - For Moves to and from a Show

All sheep irrespective of their date of birth, must be identified with two identifiers bearing the same number, including one with an EID device.

MOVEMENT OF SHEEP TO A SHOW

Movement of sheep to Shows must be accompanied by a fully and accurately completed SG2 self-written movement document.
The individual identification numbers should be recorded on the SG2 document (it is acceptable to attach a printed schedule listing the tag numbers to the SG2.). The numbers should be checked by the Show Operators against the animals presented before the animals are allowed entry to the show.
The SG2 movement document authorises the movement of sheep or goats from the farm to show premises. The SG2 movement documents must be stamped by the Show Secretary. The white copy should be sent to the local Dard Direct/Divisional Veterinary Office within 7 days.
Show Operators should have one book of movement documents (SG2s) for sheep and a separate one for goats.

MOVEMENT OF SHEEP FROM A SHOW

The yellow copy of the SG2 provided by the Show Operator should accompany the animals back from the Show. This should include details of the Show and receiving flock, the individual tag numbers (it is acceptable to attach a printed schedule listing the tag numbers to the SG2) or be cross referenced/stapled to the pink copy of the incoming SG2 (only if the whole batch moves out at the same time). Section 3 of the outgoing SG2 should be signed by the flock keeper.
Both move in and move out white copies of the SG2 should be sent to the Show’s local DARD Direct/Divisional Veterinary Office by the Show Operator within 7 days.

MOVEMENT OF SHEEP TO AND FROM A CENTRAL POINT OF RECORDING (CPR) SHOW

Sheep moving to a CPR Show must be accompanied by a fully and accurately completed SG2 self- written movement document, however, the individual tag numbers do not have to be recorded on the SG2.
The ear tag numbers will be read electronically on entry to the Show and a list of tag numbers will be given to the exhibitor.
The exhibitor must complete and sign a declaration stating that the sheep will be returned to their flock of origin directly from the Show premises.
The Show must send the declarations to the local DARD Direct/Veterinary Office or the Show as soon as possible after completion.
On departure from the Show the ear tag numbers will again be read electronically and the exhibitor will be issued with a C document movement licence. This C document must accompany the sheep back to their premises of origin.
Both the tag list and the C document must be kept with the exhibitor’s flock register.

PROCEDURE FOR MOVEMENT OF SHEEP FROM THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (ROI) INTO AND OUT OF SHOWS

Sheep must have two matching identifiers, one of which must carry an EID device.

NB: In order to receive sheep from the ROI, the Show premises must be operating to full EU Assembly Centre Standards for sheep and be approved for this purpose.

As part of these requirements ROI sheep must be kept segregated from NI sheep and must be re-exported directly from the show premises to their premises of origin in the ROI as soon as the show ends.

Sheep Imported Directly into a Show

Sheep entering a Show will be accompanied with a Health Certificate which should be copied to the local DARD Office responsible for the show. An SG2 document should be completed for the move fom the ROI to the show (Show’s own SG2 book).

Sheep Re-Exported Directly from a Show.

Sheep being re-exported to ROI will need to be accompanied by:

Their original Health Certification suitably endorsed by the Veterinarian responsible for the Show.

Non Co-Minglement Certificate which will be issued by the Veterinarian responsible for the Show.
An SG2 document which should be completed for the move from the Show to the ROI (Show’s own SG2 book).

IMPORTANT!

All Cattle, Sheep and Goats must be kept in the areas immediately adjacent to the area in which they are competing and out of the way of the public. No Cattle, Sheep or Goats are to be led amongst the public. No Cattle, Sheep or Goats to be led by children under the age of 8.

IT IS A CONDITION OF ENTRY TO THE SAINTFIELD DISTRICT SHOW THAT THE OWNERS AND KEEPERS OF ALL CATTLE, SHEEP & GOATS HAVE A POLICY OF INSURANCE IN EFFECT TO COVER PUBLIC LIABILITY RISKS.

ENTRY FEE: For all Sheep Classes - £5

PRIZES: 1st - £15 2nd - £10 3rd - £5

(According to number of entries)

SAINTFIELD SHOW SUPREME SHEEP CHAMPIONSHIP

Judge: Malcom Workman

Open to the Champion and Reserve Champion of each Breed

Champion £60 Reserve Champion £40

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DANSKE BANK / NISA SHEEP CHAMPIONSHIP 2025

Class 186 Best ewe, any breed, any age, having reared a lamb in 2025

The Danske Bank / NISA Sheep Championship 2025 is being held this year at Antrim Show on Saturday 26^th July 2025. All exhibitors wishing to qualify for this Championship must enter the name / breed of their animal(s) and exhibitor details with the qualifying show. Only the 1^st and 2^nd placed ewes, any breed, any age, having reared a lamb in 2024, in the relevant Sheep classes at Saintfield Show are eligible to go forward to the Danske Bank / NISA Sheep Championship.

To maximise attendance of qualified exhibits at the final, stewards will enquire if it is the intention of the exhibitors to be present at Antrim Show on Saturday 26^th July 2025 for the final.

In the event of the qualified exhibitors not wishing to attend the final, the Judge will be asked to identify further qualifying animals.

Qualifying exhibitors who do not appear at the final may be excluded from competing in NISA Championships organised in 2026, unless good reason is given for such non-attendance.

No exhibitor may qualify more than two exhibits for the championship final.

CYDECTIN YOUNG SHEEP HANDLERS COMPETITION

Judges: Liam Doyle (8-11) and Malcom Workman (12-16)

Sponsored by Late and Early Self Catering Cottage

Entry Fee: £3 Prizes: 1st £15, 2nd £10, 3rd £5.

Class 187 Young Handlers Competition – Ages 8-11

Class 188 Young Handlers Competition – Ages 12-16

Open to Young Handlers aged 8 -14 years

The first two young handlers will receive a plaque and corporate gift and will qualify for the final at Clogher Valley Show on Wednesday 30^th July 2025. The overall Championship at Clogher Valley Show is for the CYDECTIN PERPETUAL CHALLENGE SHIELD & ROBIN WYLIE PERPETUAL CUP with the Champion and Reserve Champion receiving valuable awards.

No Entry Fee. Please indicate on Entry Form if you would like to enter.

PEDIGREE SUFFOLK

JUDGE: Noe Priestly

East Down Suffolk Club Championship in conjunction with Suffolk Classes

Saintfield District Show is a qualifier for:

- Show Team of the Year - Sponsored by Fane Valley

- Male of the Year - Smith/Kline Trophy

- Female of the Year - Suffolk Sheep Society N.I. Branch Trophy

- Best Pair of Lambs - entered for the class in which they are eligible (must be exhibitor bred)

Awards to be presented at Annual Dinner Dance

The McMillan Cup Presented by the McMillan Family Champion animal in the Suffolk Section

Ballygowan Show Cup Group of 3 Suffolk Sheep

Class 189 Ram, any age

Class 190 Ewe, any age, having produced a lamb in 2025 and have been shorn since 1st May.

Class 191 Hoggett Ewe

Class 192 Ram Lamb

Class 193 Ewe Lamb

Class 194 Group of 3 to include one sheep from classes 189-194, the property of one exhibitor, having been entered in their respective classes

HAMPSHIRE DOWN

JUDGE: Trevor Fegan

The Victoria Challenge Cup – Sponsored by Bowsie Partnership Architects

Presented by the late Mr Martin Phillips

Class 195 Shearling Ram or older

Class 196 Ewe any age, having reared a lamb in December 2024 or 2025

Class 197 Shearling Ewe

Class 198 Ram Lamb

Class 199 Ewe Lamb

Class 200 Novice Breeders Class. Open to Hampshire Down Sheep Breeders Association Ireland members who have not previously won 1st place at Saintfield District Show. If a 1st place is taken on show day by a Novice Breeder they are still eligible for this year only. Open to Ram Lambs or Ewe Lambs - trimming optional. One entry per flock.

Class 201 Group of 3, property of 1 exhibitor having been entered in their respective class.

KERRY HILL

JUDGE: Robert McConnell

Only sheep eligible for registration or registered in the K.H.F.B.S. may be shown in these classes.

Kinedale Perpetual Cup for Champion Kerry Hill

Presented by Brian Malcomson

Kerry Hill Flock Book Society Rosettes

presented to The Champion & Reserve Champion of the Show

Class 202 Ram, any age.

Class 203 Ewe, any age and having reared a lamb in 2025

Class 204 Shearling Ewe.

Class 205 Ram Lamb.

Class 206 Ewe Lamb.

Class 207 Group of 3 to include one male one year old and upwards, one female one year old and upwards and one lamb.

RARE & TRADITIONAL NATIVE BREEDS

(as listed by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust)

JUDGE: Robbie John McAuley

Class 208 Ram, any age.

Class 209 Ram Lamb.

Class 210 Ewe, any age.

Class 211 Ewe Lamb.

ANY BREED LISTED AS RARE OR MINORITY BY THE RARE BREEDS SURVIVAL TRUST

(Re-established Breeds will be included)

TEXEL

JUDGE: Eugene Brannigan

The Morrison Perpetual Trophy Presented by Frank and Avril Morrison Champion Texel Sheep

The Northern Ireland Texel Sheep Breeders’ Club Award

Points may be gained in all the classes which will be counted towards the NI Texel Show Flock Competition

Champion and Reserve Award will be presented to the first and second placed Shearling Ewes at this Show.

Class 212 Ram, any age.

Class 213 Shearling Ram

Class 214 Ewe, any age, having reared a lamb in 2025

Class 215 Hoggett Ewe.

Class 216 Ewe Lamb.

Class 217 Ram Lamb.

Class 218 Pair of Texel Shearling Ewes.

Points may be gained in all classes which will be counted towards the NI Texel Show Flock Competition. This will be awarded to the first placed animal in the Hogget Ewe class with the reserve award being presented to the second placed Hogget Ewe.

CHAROLLAIS

JUDGE: David Cromie

The Scotts of Hazelbank Trophy Presented by Mr Billy Scott Champion Charollais Sheep

Champion qualifies for Charollais Champion of Champions at Dorset County Show

Points will be awarded in each class towards the GLENBROOK PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by the Charollais Sheep Society UK for the exhibitor gaining the most points throughout the 2025 season.

Class 219 Ram, two year and upwards

Class 220 Shearling Ram.

Class 221 Shearling Ewe

Class 222 Ewe, any age and having reared a lamb in 2024/2025

Class 223 Ram Lamb, born on or after 1st December 2024, bred by exhibitor.

Class 224 Ewe Lamb, born on or after 1st December 2024, bred by exhibitor.

Class 225 Group of 3 - only one sheep from each class, the property of one exhibitor.

ANY OTHER BREED

JUDGE: Nigel Hamill

(open to any Breed not already classified in Saintfield Show Schedule)

Class 226 Ram, any age

Class 227 Ewe, any age

Class 228 Ram Lamb

Class 229 Ewe Lamb

ZWARTBLES

JUDGE: Cyril Cromie

Newport Collections Cup for Champion Zwartble

Class 230 Ram, any age

Class 231 Ewe, any age

Class 232 Ram Lamb

Class 233 Ewe Lamb

Class 234 Best Pair of Lambs

JACOB

JUDGE: Tom Green

Sponsored by Jacob Society - Champion £20 Reserve £10

McMillan Championship Cup presented by Derek McMillan

Class 235 Ram any age

Class 236 Ewe, any age having reared a lamb in 2025

Class 237 Hoggett Ewe

Class 238 Ram Lamb

Class 239 Ewe Lamb

BLACKNOSE VALAIS LAMBS

JUDGE: Jeoffrey Gray

Class 240 Ram any age

Class 241 Ewe, any age having reared a lamb in 2025

Class 242 Shearling ewe

Class 243 Ram Lamb

Class 244 Ewe Lamb

Champion Presentation Bell Sponsored by NI Valais Club

BUTCHERS LAMBS

JUDGE: Seamus Doyle

Class 245 Pair of butchers lambs judged in allocated pen

DUTCH SPOTTED

Judge: Edward Adamson

Class 246 Ram, any age

Class 247 Ewe, any age having reared a lamb in 2025

Class 248 Hoggett Ewe

Class 249 Ram Lamb

Class 250 Ewe Lamb

DORSET

Judge: Karen Carson

Class 251 Ram, any age

Class 252 Ewe, any age having reared a lamb in 2025

Class 253 Hoggett Ewe

Class 254 Ram Lamb

Class 255 Ewe Lamb