British Isles Shearing Competitions Association
The British Isle Shearing Competition Association (BISCA) is the governing body for affiliated shearing competitions in Britain. Established in 2000, taking over from the National Shearing Competitions Committee (NSCC).
Using the knowledge and expertise of its members and other World Shearing bodies to set and uphold a competition standard for all disciplines, ensuring that the safety and welfare of both shearers and sheep is at the forefront.
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Reminders
Please quote your classification number when entering competitions, particularly important where late entries are taken.
To all competition secretaries and particularly to those present at competitor check in, please ensure that all competitors give their Classification Number or if a non-classified shearer gives their full name and address with postcode.
At the end of your competitions please ensure you forward your results as soon as possible to: [email protected] so these can be placed on the British Wool Website.
Northumberland County Show
Venue: Hexham Auction Mart, Tyne Green, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3SG
Show Secretary – Mrs Kerry Robson Email: [email protected] – 01434 604216
The Show Field address: Northumberland County Show, Bywell, Near Stocksfield NE43 7AB
Show Contact: David Corbett Tel: 07821 921625
- Machine Shearing
- Wool Handling
- Blade Shearing
The Category’s and entries fees are, Junior £15, Intermediate £15, Seniors £20, Open £20
Enter online at [email protected] / www.northcountyshow.co.uk
Enter on the day at double the entries fee.
Opening date for entries 01.03.26
Closing date for entries 30.04.26
The show would like to offer the Shearing competitions to the Scottish and Welsh Circuits.