About Us

The British Bleu du Maine Sheep Society was formed in the UK some 30 years ago after the breed which originated in western France was first introduced into the United Kingdom. Since this time, the breed has won Interbreed titles at both the Royal Show and Royal Welsh Shows. The Bleu du Maine is especially noted for being highly prolific.

Purebred flocks have lambing percentages of up to 240%. Ewe lambs mated at seven months of age have produced 200% lambing. Ram fertility gives a considerable boost to commercial flocks and independent field trials suggest that the Bleu du Maine cross females are more prolific than their traditional counterparts and, at the same time, leave progeny with much improved conformation.

The Bleu du Maine is noted for producing big crops of small lambs which lamb easily, are hardy, grow quickly and have strong desire to live. Within minutes of birth, lambs are on their feet and suckling the ewe's plentiful milk supply, which ensures a very high growth rate.
The Society provides pedigree registration and membership facilities to its members based in all regions of the United Kingdom of England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland.