Northern Ireland Dorset Flocks Fare Very Well in National Flock Competition
Judges:- D.W. Rossiter, Huish Flock, Devon
Joe Larder, Byeways Flock, Somerset
The Northern Ireland Dorset flocks that went forward for competition in the National Flock judging, came out very well in the Overall placings, with Northern Ireland Champion, Downkillybegs flock, belonging to W. & K. Carson from Ballymena, securing the Reserve Champion Overall.
2012 National Flock Competition results as follows:-
Champion Flock: Francis Fooks, Poorton Flock
Reserve Champion Flock: W. & K. Carson, Downkillybegs Flock
Large Flock: 1st Francis Fooks, 2nd W. & K. Carson, 3rd Sam Driver
Medium Flock: 1st P.W. Baker & son, 2nd Samuel Caldwell, 3rd R.G. Elliott & son
Small Flock: 1st J. & C. Robson, 2nd J.B. May & son, 3rd G. & E. Jones
Stock Rams: 1st R. & R. Hole, 2nd W. & K. Carson, 3rd Sam Driver
Ewe Lambs: 1st Francis Fooks, 2nd J. & C. Robson, 3rd R. & R. Hole
Best Shepherded Flock: Nicky Jesse - Stanbridge Mill
Petty France Award: J. & C. Robson - Ballyhamage
