Regional Representatives
The first point of contact for new members and those seeking advice and assistance . Regional rep’s are on hand to help source stock, and should be the first point of contact for members. If you are looking to source or sell stock please do let your regional rep know, if you require any help or advice then please don’t hesitate to contact your regional rep or the regional coordinator.
Kate Cox
Chiara Paolini
Europe
My name is Chiara Paolini, and I reside in the picturesque Tuscan countryside. I’m utterly enamored with the breed and proudly own a flock of 40 sheep, carefully imported from France. I delight in sharing my passion for these charming creatures, and I look forward to connecting with fellow owners from around the world.
Stephanie Nice
Julie Penman
Beverley Williams
Northern Ireland and Isle of Mann
celticisles@ouessantsheep.org.uk
Beverley has lived in the Isle of Man for 31 years, 5 years ago she and her husband Denzil took early retirement and started Manx Lavender where their lavender is harvested to make essential oil. Their Ouessant flock of 10 ewes and 4 wethers are the lavender weeding team keeping the grass and weeds under control while having only the occasional nibble at the lavender if they are allowed in the lavender field when the very new growth is coming through!
William Merrell
Suzy Edward
Rest of the world
worldwide@ouessantsheep.org.uk
Hi I’m Suzy Edward. After working abroad and coming back to Norfolk in the UK, I’ve just formed a Ouessant starter flock. My interest is in breeding for colour genetics and fibre. I’m always happy to talk sheep.
John Bark
Peter Ridout
I have been involved with the Ouessant breed for a number of years and was previously a trustee of the society. I work very closely with the ‘Cairnhill’ flock, some 15 miles away. My priority is to make people aware of this wonderful, easy to care for & friendly breed and also to maintain the breed standards through sensible & selective breeding. If you have any questions please contact me.
Lisa Spicer
West
Elspeth Milne
I am a retired vet after a varied career as an equine clinician, SRUC lab manager and pathologist. I have kept a small flock of various sheep breeds on our smallholding in South Lanarkshire for the past 40 years. However I only started with Ouessants in spring 2026. I am looking forward to learning more about the breed from all of you, and if I can help with any queries, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Paul Rose
Tom Buckland
I’m delighted to be the South Wales Area Rep. I live near Abergavenny in South Wales and have kept Ouessant sheep for several years.
I’m hugely passionate about this wonderful little breed and really enjoy being part of the Ouessant community. I’m looking forward to supporting fellow keepers in South Wales, welcoming new members and helping to promote this fantastic breed in our area