The story goes... they were bred by the Romans to take with them on their marches across the countryside so had to be strong, long-legged and happy to browse on whatever was available as they covered the length and breadth of the countryside.
Similar to both the Hebridean sheep and the Manx, this is a compact, fine boned mountain sheep that can have two or four horns. Unlike our other two breeds of mountain sheep, Shetland sheep come in a wide variety of colours, so you will see cream and fawn as well as coffee, chocolate and black.
Our ground-breaking Wilder Grazing Strategy supports the nature-positive management of our estates, encouraging wildlife recovery and adaptation to the changing climate.
Coming in a wide range of sizes, colours and patterns, with an array of horn sizes and shapes, these goats are perhaps the ideal conservation animal.
Head of the herd is Voldemort, a dark lord of horses...
Living their best life surrounded by lots of grass.
This lovable clan migrate around several reserves throughout the year led by their leader, Skittles.
Meet Beech and Hazel - The natural ploughs of the wild.
These little ladies are small in size but mighty in their conservation efforts. They circulate around the Ashford Area.
Press materials and information for Wilder Blean Initiative news.
We are offering a six week programme to experience the wellbeing benefits nature has to offer, within a group setting.
Bison images for press pack
