Well its great to hear that those of you with Wilts give them the thumbs up
Borrowing a tup or returning the flock to be served would be mu prefered option rather than investing in one. This would mean that I use a different tup for any new ewe lambs that I keep.
I have a great vet practice that I have used for years and they are brilliant at giving sound practicle advice and saving me money. The vet that used to treat my last horse keeps sheep and recently recomended a can of spray for foot scald that has worked a treat. I will ask him to recomend a starter kit of essential supplies.
The Tim Tyne book is on order awaiting reprint.
I just need to find a place round here where I can hire a trailer from.