Last week was our summer shearing, the age old process of removing the thick coat of wool that grows all over a sheep’s body. Merino sheep’s wool performs best at temperature extremes, this means we shear our sheep every 6 months in summer and winter to maintain and standardise our wool quality and length and […]
Any experienced outdoorsman knows the value of a good base layer. In the chill of the early spring mornings huddling into our collars we were inspired to create the Herne snood as an extension of just that. Using offcuts of our signature merino we designed a lightweight and comfortable neck gaiter that not only allows […]
After months of waiting we’ve arrived at our summer shearing. The eagerly awaited time that all the hard work and long days on the farm pay off. The harvest of our fine wool. Merino sheep produce their finest wool when exposed to extremes of temperature which is why we shear in the height of summer […]
Spring has finally arrived and so has lambing season! After last year’s snow in March we delayed our lambing to early April to hopefully secure better weather for new born lambs. Luckily our plan has been successful and we’ve been able to get all the lambs and ewes out onto the pasture within 48hours of […]
We’re absolutely delighted to have been featured in Pursuit International magazine. Pursuit International combines the finest storytelling and photography to capture a unique insight into ethical hunting and sustainable living from across the globe. They pursue a lifestyle that is respectful of the natural environment in which we live and from where our food is […]
Merino sheep produce their finest wool when exposed to extremes of temperature, whether hot or cold and it’s for this reason that we shear the Herne Fine Wool flock in the depths of winter and warmest month of the summer. Our Wool to Wardrobe approach means that each of our Stag Shirt’s is made with […]
On a day that consumerism takes over the world, Black Friday, instead of offering deals we are advocating simply going outside. The great outdoors is the best deal ever, after all it’s free! The benefits for both body and mind, taking time outside, enjoying nature and landscape are well documented and known. Not only will […]
What a great first review for a Herne Stag Shirt! Birds of Prey Displays having been putting a Herne Stag Shirt prototype to the test with their falconry displays and hunting in the wild. As one of the oldest methods of hunting and considered by UNESCO as an activity of importance to the cultural heritage […]
Established in 1772 Fox Brothers are synonymous with fabric of the highest quality. From their mill in Somerset, under the careful supervision of trained craftsmen they produce beautiful worsted and woollen fabrics. We visited in their mill to look at their range of fabrics and discuss options for our Stag Shirts. Seeking trims to compliment […]
