Sussex Cattle

Goldstone Herd - the Great British Beef Breed.

We are proud to be pedigree breeders and producers, as longstanding members of the Sussex Cattle Society.

Our 1947-established Goldstone Herd of purebred Polled Sussex Cattle is at the heart of our operations. We offer bull semen for dairy herds, as well as bulls and females from this renowned herd. Visitors are always welcome by appointment.

Breeding Policy

Our journey as pedigree breeders began in 1942 with the registration of our first Sussex Cattle. Today, our herd consists of approximately 90 breeding cows.

In the late 1950s, a group of forward-thinking breeders, including us, initiated a polling* scheme. While the idea didn't gain national momentum, we persevered, and now we proudly host one of the largest herds of polled Sussex.

In the early 1960s, we joined the MLC Beef Improvement Scheme (now Signet), enabling us to measure growth rates, eye muscle, and back fat, and to determine the potential breeding value of each animal.

We are also members of the SAC Health Scheme:

  • BVD accredited

  • IBR vaccinated with marker vaccine

Notable Achievements

Our herd has achieved significant recognition at society sales and shows across the country, including:

  • The Eblex Award for Most Improved Genetics

  • Champion Beast at the Ashford Primestock Show

  • Major prize wins at Heathfield, South of England, Royal Norfolk, and Kent County Shows

  • Setting a breed record at a Society Show and Sale

*Polling refers to breeding animals without horns from a breed that traditionally has horned ancestry

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