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Farmers and sheep, Keilder
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Farmers and sheep, Keilder
Two farmers tend their sheep in pens above Keilder Water, Northumberland, England Date: 1990
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1990 1990s Agriculture Dunn Farmers Livestock Nineties Northumberland Pens Philip Sheep Shepherds
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In this evocative photograph, two farmers, deeply concentrated, tend to their sheep in the rolling hills above Keilder Water in Northumberland, England during the 1990s. The serene landscape of the English countryside is on full display, with the clear, reflective waters of the reservoir mirroring the undulating terrain and the vast, open sky above. The farmers, dressed in traditional woolen coats and hats, are hard at work, ensuring the wellbeing of their livestock as they navigate the steep, uneven terrain of the pasture. The sheep, huddled together in their pens, seem content and at ease, their woolly coats glistening in the soft, natural light. The scene captures the essence of rural life in the English countryside during the 1990s, a time when agriculture remained an important part of the region's economy and way of life. The farmers' dedication to their livestock and the land is palpable, as they work in harmony with the natural environment to provide for their animals and maintain the health and productivity of their pastures. This photograph, taken by an unidentified photographer, is a poignant reminder of the rich agricultural heritage of Northumberland and the important role that farmers and shepherds play in preserving the beauty and bounty of the English countryside. The image invites us to reflect on the simple pleasures of rural life and the deep connection between farmers, their livestock, and the land they work.
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