Ashford Heights

Ashford Heights, Leicester longwool sheep in Adams, MA, serves Berkshire County near Pittsfield. It has been breeding Leicester longwool for several years and holds memberships in regional sheep associations, with all animals receiving regular health screenings. Pedigrees are carefully reviewed before breeding, and each lamb is evaluated for fleece density and structure.

Its flock grazes on open pastures, and lambs are introduced to farm routines from an early age to build confidence around people. Sheep live in a climate-controlled barn during colder months and enjoy clean bedding and fresh water at all times.

Visitors often comment on the calm temperament of the flock and the colorful fleeces that highlight the breed’s distinctive wool. Ashford Heights traces its roots to a family-run homestead with a focus on sustainable fiber production. Local fiber artists praise the soft, lustrous fleece these sheep produce, reflecting the farm’s emphasis on natural nutrition and gentle handling.