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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Robyn Vinter

Ordeal of ‘Britain’s loneliest sheep’ continues as activists accused of intimidating farm staff

Animal Rising group outside Dalscone Farm
Members of the Animal Rising group staging a protest at Dalscone Farm in Dumfries, Scotland. Photograph: Animal Rising

Police have been called to a farm in Scotland where “Britain’s loneliest sheep” was due to be taken following her rescue from the foot of a cliff, after animal rights activists were accused of intimidating staff.

The volunteer group Animal Rising took part in a peaceful protest outside Dalscone Farm Fun over the expected arrival of Fiona, who was rescued by a group of farmers on Saturday after two years stuck at the foot of a cliff.

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