Speed Shear 2025

To be held in partnership with the Northern Speed Shear Circuit.

Speed shear competitions are the ultimate test of skill, speed, and precision in sheep shearing, providing an electrifying atmosphere for competitors and audiences alike. This exciting competition will bring together top local and international shearers to compete for top honours while showcasing their expertise.

For those unfamiliar, speed shearing is a thrilling test of skill and speed, where competitors aim to shear a sheep in the shortest time possible while ensuring the animal’s safety, welfare and the quality of the shearing. Each participant must remove the fleece efficiently, avoiding long staples and ensuring a clean, safe finish. The timer starts with the first blow and stops with the last.

The Speed Shear Competition will take center stage from 3pm, concluding with the presentation of awards around 6:30 pm. Limited to 50 shearers across the Open and Senior competition categories, entries are now being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, with additional entries potentially taken on the day, subject to availability.

Competition Details

• There will be three classes for competitors
  • Intermediate
  • Open Class

  • Veterans over 50 class

     

• Timing: The Speed Shear begins at 3pm and finishes around 6:30 pm.
• Registration to be made by contacting Zoe Porter Watson on 07812994525 or Richard Schofield on 07966291618
• Entry Fee: £20 per competitor
• Prize Money will be awarded to the top competitors in each category.