Henry Moore’s King & Queen sculpture sits regally at Glenkiln Reservoir, exuding a majestic charm that might make you wonder if it’s secretly ruling over the local wildlife.
This noble duo is just one of several remarkable sculptures dotted around the picturesque area, which looks less like a reservoir and more like a VIP lounge for the art world’s elite. Between 1951 and 1976, Sir William Keswick—owner of the Glenkiln Estate and possibly the original “artfluencer”—made it his mission to transform the serene landscape into the world’s first open-air sculpture collection. Imagine a Bond villain, but instead of plotting world domination, he’s carefully curating masterpieces for sheep and hikers. Thanks to Keswick’s vision (and presumably a hefty wallet), Glenkiln is now a surreal blend of natural beauty and artistic brilliance, where even the trees probably feel underdressed.
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