"Why become a Member..?"
- Access to a great source of Jacob-related information.
- Contact with other local members who can provide practical advice, especially for novice shepherds.
- Contact with the National Field Officer who provides guidance on the breed standard.
- Access to the Grassroots database to register, transfer, and track your sheep, with a mobile app available for flock details in the field.
- Access to seven Jacob Show & Sales around the country.
- Dedicated Jacob classes at agricultural shows with Jacob Sheep Society (JSS) Cups and rosettes judged by JSS panel judges.
- Regional newsletters and events, including open days, AGMs, farm visits, and on-farm flock assessments.
- Biennial Regional Flock Competitions & Assessments with trained Jacob judges offering advice.
- Personal visits for new or inexperienced members from a panel judge to provide flock guidance, including lamb registration.
- Registration of a flock prefix in the name of your choice.
- Registration of stock in the flock book, enhancing the value of your stock for pedigree sales.
- The Jacob Journal, published three times per year with excellent articles about the breed and its keepers.
- Members can submit articles to The Jacob Journal.
- Regional and National AGMs, competitions, and training days, often with family-friendly activities.
- Entry into the Wool Cup and Aileen Kennedy Trophy for handcrafted woollen items, held annually at the national AGM.
- Access to informative regional Facebook Pages, a Society-wide Facebook page, Instagram, and TikTok for news and community updates.
- The dedicated Jacob Sheep Society website with links, information, and member listings for meat or wool production.
- Access to subsidized Tay Sachs tests for sheep.
- A dedicated Jacob Sheep Society merchandise shop online.
- Support for the promotion and preservation of the Jacob breed, one of the oldest breeds in the UK.
Step 1: Choose Your Membership Category
Select the membership type that suits you best:
Annual membership (UK & Europe)
Initial Joining Fee £10
Annual Membership Fee £25
(renewable 1st January)
Overseas membership (outside Europe)
Initial Joining Fee £10
Annual Membership Fee £34.50
(renewable 1st January)
Life Membership
£300 (subject to JSS conditions)
Step 2: Join Online or by Post
You have two options to join:
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Join Online :
- Visit the Grassroots Registration Page Click here to be taken to the Grassroots membership page.
- Follow the instructions to complete your membership application.
- You can also set up an annual subscription through PayPal or Direct Debit via GoCardless for ease of payment.
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Join by Post :
- Download the Membership Form by clicking here - Membership form
- Complete the form with your details.
- Mail the completed form along with your payment to:
Jacob Sheep Society, Grassroots Systems Ltd, PO Box 251, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8WX.
Showing Help
For every age group, our members have a wealth of experience to help you. There is always someone if you need assistance.
Community
We love everyone to get involved in showing, open days and organising events. Meet new friends and expand your sheep friend network..!
Young Handlers
The society loves to encourage young handlers. We hold training days, have a variety of tiered competitions for differing age groups and prizes all round.!
