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History
The Wessex Dexter Group
was started by a few like-minded people way back in 1992. It was established so
that all the Dexter breeders in the Wessex area could get together and learn
more about their cows whilst having fun. The Wessex Area includes all of
Dorset, Somerset and Avon but welcomes members from other groups.
And
Now
We have a spring, summer
and winter meeting where we discuss future dates, venues and ideas while talking
about our cows. A guest who gives a presentation or demonstrates their area of
expertise follows this. Such speakers have included foot trimming, managing TB
by a Ministry Vet and the various cuts of beef by a local butcher. Our own
members have also been willing to share their knowledge and we have had some
excellent talks like “The Life of a Vet”, “Halter Training”, “A Judges view on
Showing Cattle” and a generation game style of “Make Your Own Sausages”. If
anyone has suggestions for future meetings please contact anyone below.
After Christmas we have a
social event, which in the past was a skittle evening and more recent a dinner
dance which has proved very popular.
During the summer we try
and visit a herd of Dexters outside our area, very difficult as we cover such a
wide area.

Visiting
the Templeton herd at Knightshayes
The beginning of October
and its our annual Wessex Dexter Show. First started in 1998 with just a couple
of cows, it has grown every year, only stopping during the foot and mouth, to a
grand 32 cattle entries in 2006. This is a great opportunity for people who do
not normally show. So come along this October and join in our fun, friendly
atmosphere.

At
every meeting and the show we have a display of the Dexter Cattle Society
merchandise available for you to purchase. We also have a young local textile
designer who has made our group exclusive Dexter Cow handbags and cushions.
Our Summer 2007 Wessex
Dexter Group T-shirts are now available (see below), from Alyson Cooper on 01823
451614 at a very reasonable cost of £10.00.
 
…And
the Future
Over to you, if you like
what you see and would like to join our group contact one of the members listed
below. If you have ideas for meetings or have a friend who would be willing to
give a presentation then please contact the members below.
The
summer meeting took place on Saturday 21 June 2008 at Noor Farm, the home of
Suzanne and Fred Chant. Fred demonstrated the cutting of a lamb
Any
suggestions for a summer herd visit are welcome.
The
Chairman’s Day will take place in August, date to be arranged.
This
year’s Wessex Dexter Group show is on Sunday, 28 September 2008 at Pickney Farm,
near Taunton the home of Paul and Alyson Cooper, so put this date in your
diaries.
The
Dinner/Dance will be in December this year.
….And
finally
Congratulations to Paul Cooper for winning the
Susan Horne Memorial Trophy

Wessex Dexter Group Committee
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Chairman
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Tim Mitchell
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Secretary
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Suzanne Chant
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Treasurer |
David Horne |
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Wessex group web site |
Suzanne Chant
(01935) 813757
schant@sherborne-ic.net
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