Sheep Shearing

This is a two day practical course is for anyone whishing to learn to shear sheep, or those with experience can take a more advanced course to hone their skills. The trainees will be taught how to prepare for shearing, shear to industry best practice and how to manage post shearing.

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Course prerequisite: None for the introductory level course. A strong back is helpful.

Certificating Body: British Wool Board 

Course Length: 2 day

Course Times: 9.30am to 4.00pm or to suit client.

Instructor: Various

Cost: on application

Venue: Various or to suit client

Maximum Trainees: 6

It is with immense pride that we announce that Kate Mason has been awarded the Women in Agriculture Education and Training Woman of the Year award at the The National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026, and is the icing on the cake as she celebrates 40 years of working with and for Vale Training Services Ltd.

The event celebrated 13 exceptional women from across the UK farming sector during a ceremony held on 5 May at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Organised by Mark Allen Group and supported by sponsors including Nestlé UK & Ireland, Co-op, HSBC UK, NFU, Noble Foods, and Pig World where you can read the full report, the awards recognised outstanding contributions across the agricultural industry. 

Winners were chosen from an extremely competitive shortlist, highlighting the growing strength, influence, and visibility of women throughout the sector.

For more information visit the NFU online page.

What the course will cover:

Day 1

• Introductions, risk assessment and introduction to equipment.
• Demonstration 1 – shearing and wool preparation.
• Student practice.
• Demonstration 2.
• Student practice.
• Questions and answers.

Day 2

• Introduction and risk assessment.
• Demonstration 1.
• Student practice.
• Demonstration 2.
• Student practice.
• Demonstration 3.
• Student practice.
• Safe storage of equipment.
• Questions and answers.

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