Ruth Livingstone
My book: Walking the English Coast
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Winfield’s Award
Killer Cows: Cattle Safety
Letting go of his dog probably saved Michael’s life
Report 1259, Response ID 329,768,059, Single walker and dog, group of cows with calves and a bull 6/6/26 Location: Between Blore & Thorpe, Ashbourne on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border. On a bridle path between Coldwall Bridge and Coldwell Farm. The Limestone Way runs through the field as well as another public right of way. What three […]
Cows used our dog as a football
Report 1256 Response ID 329,756,083 17/5/26 2 people and dogs Location: Staplehay, Trull Somerset, Spearcey Farm SW’s report: It’s a public footpath with 2 adjoining fields, with a river on one side, which the cows also access regularly. As we entered the second field we immediately noticed that there were 2 or 3 calves with […]
Aggressive or curious cattle? Either pose a risk to walkers.
3 recent reports follow, 2 with dogs, 1 without. All the walkers felt worried enough by the cattle’s behaviour and exited the field across potentially dangerous routes. People may argue some of the cows were “just” curious or playful rather than aggressive. If a 1/2 ton of animal is “curious” and comes charging towards you […]
Author Archives: Ruth Livingstone
417 over to Skye
I cross the bridge to Skye. Continue reading
416 pm Dornie to Kyle of Lochalsh
I lose my glasses, nearly step on a snake, and finally make it to Kyle of Lochalsh. Continue reading
416 am Dornie to Kyle of Lochalsh
A walk full of quirky little surprises. Continue reading
415 Shiel Bridge to Eilean Donan Castle
I take the high road in the mist, and watch out for kangaroos. Continue reading
414pm Totaig to Shiel Bridge
I walk along the beautiful shore of Loch Duich. Continue reading
414 am Totaig to Ardintoul
I climb a hill and enter a deep, dark forest. Continue reading
413b Ardintoul to Kylerhea Ferry
I lose the path, and lose my way, and discover the limits of my Scooty bike. Continue reading
413am Kylerhea to Ardintoul Point
Some people said this section was difficult. I follow the Lochalsh Trail, and everything goes perfectly well. Continue reading
412 part 4 – Kylerhea Ferry
I watch a tiny ferry leave the dock – and can barely believe my eyes. Continue reading
412 part 3 – Glenelg to Kylerhea Ferry
I keep my eyes peeled for a tortoise, and continue my hunt for food. Continue reading
Ruth's Coastal Walk (UK) 