Romneys, or Kents as they are otherwise known, are an ancient breed with origins on Romney Marsh. Romney Marsh in an area in the south of Kent in South East England which juts out into the English channel.

We have been developing our flock of Romney sheep for 30 years to improve various aspects of the breed. This has been proven by many wins in competition at shows and sales.

Hugh Skinner (who owns the farm with his wife Pauline) is also a vet, so the welfare standards on the farm are very high. We work hard to have all our sheep very healthy, and this has meant we have won the breed flock competition in recent years.

Romneys are a longwool breed, and are among the breeds sought after by spinners. The wool fibres are of medium micron count (thickness) which means Romney is a very versatile wool. It also has a good lustre, which gives an attractive sheen to the yarn.