The British Alpaca Society

"PASSIONATE ABOUT ALL THINGS ALPACA..."

The British Alpaca Society (BAS) is the breed society that helps ensure the well-being of the alpacas we love, celebrates and promotes them and works to ensure they have a bright and long-lasting future in the UK.

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Alpacapedia

Find out interesting facts about alpacas and realise why they have become so popular throughout the globe.

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Login to access all member related information and news. Not a member? Click here to find out more about joining the BAS.

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Alpaca Shows and Events

Find out what alpaca shows and events are happening in your area.

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Alpaca Education and Training

Take a look at what breeder and judge courses are taking place

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Alpaca Fibre

Explore why alpaca fibre is considered ‘The fibre of the Gods’.

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About
The British Alpaca Society

The British Alpaca Society (BAS) currently has 1500 members representing 45000 alpacas spread in various densities all over the UK. We have regional groups from west Wales to East Anglia and from Lands End to John O’Groats.

The BAS is a membership society dedicated to the welfare of alpacas and the education of their owners in the UK.

The BAS, via its regional groups, provides information, support and events for alpaca owners, breeders and all those interested in alpacas. The Society keeps its members up to date with all alpaca news and initiatives in the UK.

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Buying BAS Registered Alpacas? Protect your investments and check before you buy!

Click on the button, enter the ear-tag or full microchip number of the animal(s) you are buying to confirm the registration status, sex and year of birth. It is that simple The British Alpaca Society recommends that you only buy alpacas which have been registered or birth notified with the registry.

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Shows and Events

Date

Title

Location

Closing Date

25/03
2022

25/03/2022

BAS 2022 National Halter Show and Champion of Champions Fleece Show

Telford International Centre

Closing Date: 08/12/2021

04/09
2021

04/09/2021

National Alpaca Farm Day 2022

All over the UK

Closing Date:

10/07
2021

10/07/2021

Cornwall Camelid Association Fleece Show 2022

Dark Sky Alpaca - PL30 4PG

Closing Date: 18/06/2021

23/04
2022

23/04/2022

Scottish Alpaca Group Show

Lawrie & Symington, Muirglen, Hyndford Road, Lanark, ML11 9AX

Closing Date: 24/03/2022

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Alpaca News & Notices

BAS Newsletter Nov 19th 2021 Copy

29 November 2021 British Alpaca Society

19 November 2021 Newsletter

BAS Newsletter Nov 26th 2021

22 November 2021 British Alpaca Society

Newsletter 26 November 2021

BAS Newsletter Nov 12th 2021

15 November 2021 British Alpaca Society

15th Nov 2021 Newsletter

The Christmas 2021 Magazine

01 November 2021 British Alpaca Society

You can find the magazine here

Alpaca
Education and Training

The British Alpaca Society is keen to promote education and training for its members and the general public in all aspects of alpaca ownership and management.

Many BAS members offer courses for people interested in alpacas and alpaca fibre. Click below to see what’s on offer in your area.

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Join the British Alpaca Society today and become part of a national community, dedicated to all things alpaca. Membership offers knowledge, networking and support to help you protect your investment and work towards your own alpaca aspiration.

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