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Tribe of Goats, Upper Dentdale, Cumbria
Tribe of Goats, Upper Dentdale, near Sedburgh/Hawes, Cumbria, England. Date: 1960s
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Cumbria Goats Hawes Sedburgh Dentdale Upper
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This evocative photograph captures the unique and enchanting scene of the 'Tribe of Goats' in Upper Dentdale, Cumbria, England during the 1960s. The image transports us back in time to an era when the traditional way of life in the rural countryside still held strong. The Tribe of Goats was a community of herdsmen and their goats who lived in the remote and rugged Upper Dentdale valley, near the historic towns of Sedburgh and Hawes. The goats were allowed to roam freely in the hills, and their herdsmen would tend to them and move them to new pastures as the seasons changed. This traditional practice, known as transhumance, had been passed down through generations and was an essential part of the local farming community. The photograph shows a group of goats gathered around a small shelter, with their herdsman in the background. The goats appear curious and alert, their coats glistening in the sunlight. The rugged landscape of the Dentdale valley stretches out behind them, with its rolling hills, stone walls, and scattered farmsteads. This image is a testament to the strong bond between the people and their animals, and the unique way of life that once thrived in the English countryside. It is a reminder of a time when the rhythms of nature and the traditions of the past still held sway, and when the simple pleasures of rural life were cherished. The Tribe of Goats in Upper Dentdale is a fascinating glimpse into the history and heritage of Cumbria, and a reminder of the beauty and resilience of rural communities.
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