Wooly Ridge Farm

Wooly Ridge Farm, Leicester longwool sheep, Leicester, NC, is located in Western North Carolina near Asheville. Sebette Hamill has over a decade of experience with this heritage breed, health-screens breeding stock for conformation and common disorders, and engages with regional sheep growers using best practices.

The flock grazes on rotational hillsides, moves daily between shaded pastures and sturdy shelters, and lambs become accustomed to gentle handling at an early age. Their approach to low-stress lambing and wool production has been recognized at county fairs for fleece quality.

Careful record-keeping and seasonal flock assessments support ongoing improvement, helping maintain a resilient herd that reflects a balanced dedication to animal welfare and historic breed traits. Annual shearing yields dense, lustrous fiber that local artisans value for hand spinning. Educational farm tours and hands-on workshops at nearby agricultural festivals deepen appreciation for the breed’s heritage qualities.