About the Breed

"The most hansomest animal this kingdom ever produced"  The Modern Clumber 1865.

During 2003 there were 134 Clumber Spaniels registered in Britain. Compare this with 12,000 Springer Spaniels and 13,000 Cocker Spaniels registered annually and you will realise that this is not a common breed.

The Clumber Spaniel has however, been part of the British sporting scene for over 200 years. Once the favourite of dukes and kings they take their name from Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire.

Although not the speediest of spaniels they were highly prized as game finders.  In the early 20th century they were pre-eminent in field trials.  They are a strong, muscular, powerful yet active dog. From working lines the dogs weigh 55-70lbs and bitches 45-60lbs.

The coat is white with lemon or orange head markings, abundant and straight, with feathering around the legs. They have a steady reliable character, are stoical, great-hearted and highly intelligent and are known for being silent workers with excellent noses.

The breed was kept going during WWII and the post-war years by show breeders (who continue to dominate) while the breed did not enjoy sufficient support from working Owners. This is now changing and The Working Clumber Spaniel Society formed in 1984 is the force behind the breed's revival as a genuine gundog bred for the field. It exists to represent those whose first interest in Clumber spaniels is that of working them.