ANNUAL SOCIETY DINNER 2025

Cinio Blynyddol / Annual Dinner

Cynhaliwyd ein cinio blynyddol unwaith eto eleni yn Neuadd Llanbister, lle daeth aelodau, ffrindiau a chefnogwyr ynghyd i ddathlu blwyddyn arbennig arall i’r Gymdeithas. Diolch o galon i bawb a ddaeth i rannu’r noson, i gefnogi ein gwaith ac i ddathlu llwyddiannau ein haelodau dros y flwyddyn.

Our annual dinner was once again held at Llanbister Hall, where members, friends and supporters gathered to celebrate another remarkable year for the Society. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of friendship, celebration and recognition of outstanding achievement.

Cyflwynwyd y gwobrau blynyddol gan Lywydd y Gymdeithas, Mr Goronwy Jones, a hoffem longyfarch pob enillydd ar eu llwyddiannau rhagorol.

The annual awards were presented by Society President Mr Goronwy Jones, and we warmly congratulate all this year’s winners on their fantastic achievements.

Gwobrau / Awards

🏆 Albert Williams Challenge Cup – Royal Welsh Winter Fair 2024
D Price Jones, Brianne

🏆 Joan Griffith Challenge Cup – Champion Smallholder Festival 2025
Zahvia Paewai-Jones, Zav Flock

🏆 Castell Challenge Cup – Reserve Champion Smallholder Festival 2025
Zahvia Paewai-Jones, Zav Flock

🏆 Maesteilo Challenge Cup – Royal Welsh 2025 – Aged Ram
Gary & Meinir Howells a’r teulu, Shadog Flock

🏆 Enock Challenge Cup – Royal Welsh 2025 – Yearling Ram
Gary & Meinir Howells a’r teulu, Shadog Flock

🏆 Hebog Challenge Cup – Royal Welsh 2025 – Ram Lamb
Lynn Williams, Fron Flock

🏆 Swffryd Challenge Cup – Royal Welsh 2025 – Aged Ewe
Zahvia Paewai-Jones, Zav Flock

🏆 Llwni Challenge Cup – Royal Welsh 2025 – Yearling Ewe
Zahvia Paewai-Jones, Zav Flock

🏆 C.O. Price Challenge Cup – Royal Welsh 2025 – Ewe Lamb
Gary & Meinir Howells a’r teulu, Shadog Flock

🏆 Brianne Challenge Tankard – Royal Welsh 2025 – Best Group of Three
Gary & Meinir Howells a’r teulu, Shadog Flock

🏆 Dolyfardin Challenge Cup – Royal Welsh Champion 2025
Zahvia Paewai-Jones, Zav Flock

🏆 Glynglas Challenge Cup – Royal Welsh 2025 – Champion Opposite Sex
Lynn Williams, Fron Flock

🏆 Rhys Jones & Family Challenge Cup – National Show Champion 2025
Ken Jones, Helidon Flock

🏆 Rhys Jones & Family Award – National Show Reserve Champion 2025
Teulu Downes, Cadwrn Flock

🏆 Gethin Morgan Challenge Cup – Champion Society Show & Sale 2025
Lynn Williams, Fron Flock

🏆 Bricklin Shield – Highest Number of Points at Shows Outside Wales
Adam Lynch & Katie Mander, Holt Hall Flock

🏆 Pencefn Challenge Cup – Highest Number of Points at 2025 Shows
Zahvia Paewai-Jones, Zav Flock

🏆 Tyderi Challenge Cup – Runner-Up – Highest Number of Points at 2025 Shows
Steve Newmann, Ebbw Flock

🏆 Alun & Mair Williams Cup – Best Animal at 2025 Shows
Zahvia Paewai-Jones, Zav Flock

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ANNUAL SOCIETY SHOW & SALE

🎉 Annual Society Show & Sale – 40th Anniversary Year 🎉

We were delighted to welcome a record number of entries at this year’s Annual Society Show & Sale, held in our milestone 40th Anniversary year.

⭐ Sale Highlights

The top price of the day was 700gns, achieved by the Groucott Family for their superb yearling ram.
The Pre-Sale Show Champion, a ram lamb from Mr Lynn Williams, Talley, sold for 540gns.
The females also impressed in the sale ring, with the Reserve Champion Female, a ewe lamb from Zahvia Paewai-Jones, reaching 500gns.

👏 Thank Yous
Our sincere thanks go to:

Judges Mr Brian Price and Mrs Amy Harries (making her debut as a novice judge)
The hardworking team at Monmouthshire Livestock Centre, whose efforts ensured another smooth and successful sale

📸 Photography
Pictured are all class winners and the top-priced lot of the day (details under each photo). All images are available for purchase from our official photographer, Country Girl Media.

📊 Sale Averages (Guineas)

Ewes: 24 aged – 111.78 | 22 yearlings – 177.55 | 43 lambs – 148.83
Rams: 9 aged – 242.81 | 9 yearlings – 310.33 | 10 lambs – 249.90

📺 In the Media
Don’t miss a special feature on the breed from the Sale, airing on Ffermio, Monday 29 September.

🍽️ What’s Next
We look forward to seeing many of you at the Annual Society Dinner, to be held at Llanbister Village Hall on 2nd November. Further details will follow soon!

Judges List

Please find below the contact list of judges for the year ahead.
We encourage all members to reach out to judges in their area — not only to discuss upcoming shows, but also to share ideas, experiences, and advice. Building strong connections within our community helps us all promote the Balwen Sheep and ensure high standards across the breed.

Members are especially encouraged to support and encourage Balwen Sheep classes at local agricultural shows. Many of our breeders are also able to judge Badger Face, Black Welsh Mountain, and other native breeds, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the ring.

If you’re planning to enter or organise a local show, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the judges listed — they’re always happy to offer guidance and support.