tomscott
Photographer & Graphic Designer
Jack Douglas said:tomscott said:Just a picture of some sheep
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Swaledale is a breed of domestic sheep named after the Yorkshire valley of Swaledale in England. They are found throughout the more mountainous areas of Great Britain, but particularly in the Yorkshire Dales, County Durham, and around the pennine fells of Cumbria.
Swaledales are noted for their off-white wool, curled horns and white around their nose and eyes. They are used for the production of lamb/mutton, the North of England Mule sheep, and as Pedigree breeding stock. Together with the Rough Fell, Herdwick, and Dalesbred sheep, they are one of the three variations associated with the English Lake District.
The Swaledale sheep has proved itself to be a bold, hardy sheep, well fitted to endure the hardships of exposed and high lying situations.
It is of an alert nature and is a good thriver. The ewes make most excellent lamb shearers. The wool is admitted to be more durable in wear and of even texture.
Being excellent feeders and of strong constitution, as mutton producers they are second to none.
Tom, imagine my surprise to hear Swaledale (never been to England) as my ancestors, Waller/Robinson/Johnson have a history back to the 1600's as far as records allow around Swaledale, father born in Boosbeck - all worked in the mines from maybe 10 years of age on, some emigrated to Canada early 1900 .... blaa blaa blaa.
It really is nice to see more than just the shots, thanks!
Jack Waller
Fantastic, its a small world! You will have to make the trip over its a beautiful place and maybe a photographic project !
Click said:tomscott said:Just a picture of some sheep
I really like this picture. Nicely done Tom.
Thanks Click
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