Royal Highland Show

19th - 22nd June 2025

Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Newbridge EH28 8NB

Andrew Morton


Aged Ram

Placing Breeder Name Ear Tag
1st J & J Cousar & J Hamilton LUR J070
2nd Firm of G Gray JSW J015
3rd Alasdair Maclean KDS H064
4th G Burke GCB J049
5th J McGarva MCG J04780
6th G Paterson KDS J039

Shearling Ram

Placing Breeder Name Ear Tag
1st A Miller LUR K011
2nd W McMillan LUR K002
3rd J Munro & Son KDS K041
4th G Burke GCB K023
5th A Miller LUR K040
6th Faughhill Farming FHL K045

Ram Lamb

Placing Breeder Name Ear Tag
1st S Wood WOO L04410
2nd A Miller LUR L016
3rd G Burke GCB L018
4th RE Wood & Sons KDS L015
5th S Wood WOO L04357
6th A Baillie ASB L025

Aged Ewe

Placing Breeder Name Ear Tag
1st A Miller LUR H076
2nd JK & R Aiken PFD G089
3rd J Munroe & Son IMD F058
4th E Miller EMM H011
5th H Askwith COC H054
6th N&K Gill MAT D112

Shearling Ewe

Placing Breeder Name Ear Tag
1st A Miller LUR K092
2nd A Baillie ABC K0055
3rd W McMillan MWC K003
4th JK&R Aiken KBX K009
5th S Wood WOO K0405
6th RE Wood & Sons KDS K046

Ewe Lamb

Placing Breeder Name Ear Tag
1st S Wood WOO L04355
2nd A Miller LUR L034
3rd F Christie LUR L056
4th Faughhill Farming FHL L014
5th N & K Gill HOW L003
6th S Wood WOO L04420

Group of Three

Placing Breeder Name
1st A Miller
2nd G Maxwell

Beltex Champions

Category Breed Breeder Name
Male Champion LUR K011 A Miller
Reserve Male Champion WOO L04410 S Wood
Female Champion LUR H076 A Miller
Reserve Female Champion LUR K092 A Miller
Overall Champion LUR H076 A Miller
Reserve Champion LUR K092 A Miller
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A familiar face to the Royal Highland ringside, Andrew Morton fondly known as β€˜Shaky’, of the renowned Morton’s flock, brought both experience and insight to his judging of the Beltex section at this year’s show. A past RHS winner himself he praised the overall standard, particularly the strength of females across the classes.

The top honours were bestowed on the Lurg flock, as Alan Miller, Midmar, Inverurie, dominated the day and claimed the Overall Champion, Female Champion, and Reserve Female Champion titles with exceptional entries from his flock.
Taking the top accolade was the outstanding aged ewe, Lurg Hiccup ET (LUR H076). Already twice named Scottish National Champion, Hiccup is sired by Vickys Gladiator and out of the Highland Showcase champion, Lurg Fern, blending consistent performance with top pedigree.

Miller also stood Reserve Overall Champion and Reserve Female Champion with the stylish gimmer shearling ewe, Lurg Killing It ET (LUR K092), whose presence and balance impressed throughout.

Miller’s winning streak continued in the male section as Lurg Knock On ET (LUR K011) took home the Male Champion title after topping a strong shearling ram class. Knock On is a well-muscled, correct tup with impressive lines.
Reserve Male Champion went to a smart ram lamb, WOO L04410, from S. Wood, who impressed with his sharp outlook and breed character.

In the aged ram class it was Lurg Juno ET (LUR J070) from J&J Cousar & J Hamilton, that impressed with his exceptional length, muscle definition, and mature presence. Bred by Alan Miller, Lurg Juno ET continues to pass on top traits and remains a proven sire in the show ring.

Leading the ewe lambs class was Stuart Woods WOO.L04355, a well-proportioned lamb with great shape and a bright future, this ewe lamb stood out for her clean lines and natural width. She led a competitive class and showed clear breeding potential.
Finally in the Groups the consistent quality across the board meant Alan Miller’s trio secure the top spot, reflecting the depth and strength of his Lurg flock throughout the day.
Judge Andrew Morton commended the exhibitors for their stockmanship and consistency in bringing forward β€œsheep of true modern Beltex type.”

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