Ruth Livingstone
My book: Walking the English Coast
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Killer Cows: Cattle Safety
Normal route, same cows – this time was dangerous
Report Number: 1315Date: 29/09/26Location: South Mundham at the bottom of Fisher Lane, West SussexGroup of black and white cattle, single walker with dog on lead Alice’s Report: “As I was walking on the path towards the exit of the field the cows were a fair distance from me. I have walked this route many times […]
3 incidents – Different counties, different cattle, with and without dog
Each report below details a moment when walkers proceeding along public footpaths were confronted by cattle. Each must be regarded as a near miss as any close encounter can cause awful injuries. Nicky dropped the lead when the bullocks charged and they ran after the dog allowing her to escape unharmed. Matt was chased by […]
Rachel and crew saved by horses
Report: 1310 Date: 04/09/26 Location: Mount Pleasant, Upton Cheyney, Nr Bristol Cows with calves in the field Small group of walkers with dog on lead Rachel’s Report: “We walked past the cows ( around 30-50) on the footpath slowly, taking a wide birth around them. When we were about 10 metres past them they started […]
Author Archives: Ruth Livingstone
Rainy day
Nothing happened today. Continue reading
543b Ormond Castle through Avoch to Fortrose
I am disappointed by a castle, but walk through cold mist to the quaint fishing port of Avoch, and then past a mysterious stone to reach Fortrose. Continue reading
543a Munlochy to Ormond Castle
I walk along an old railway line, and then a wonderful, misty walk through woodland. Continue reading
542pm Rosemarkie to Fortrose
[This walk was completed on Sunday 11th May 2025] Such a treat to have lunch in a cafe! There have been so few places open on the north coast of Scotland – closed pubs, and cafes that have erratic opening … Continue reading
542am Rosemarkie and Fairy Glen
I don’t see any fairies, but I do discover some wonderful waterfalls and peaceful pools. Continue reading
541pm Cromarty to Rosemarkie
I may not be close to the shore, but I have a wonderful view over the Moray Firth. Continue reading
541am Cromarty to Rosemarkie
A lovely walk through fields of sheep and woodland. Continue reading
540 Nigg Ferry and Cromarty walk
I walk high above Moray Firth and enjoy wonderful views over the mouth of Cromarty Firth. An unexpectedly glorious day! Continue reading
539 Chapelhill to Nigg Ferry
The day begins with a ferry ride, and ends with a beautiful beach. I discover an old church, another Pictish stone, and a cholera stone. Continue reading
538 Hilton to Chapelhill
I walk along a coast with stories of local legends in my head, visit a mermaid, and reach a Pictish stone on top of a hill. Continue reading
