Ruth Livingstone
My book: Walking the English Coast
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Killer Cows: Cattle Safety
Andy meets an aggressive group of bullocks
Report 1225 Response ID 328,980,041 Location Footpath between Clwyd gate and farm Plas-y-Nant, nearest large town, Ruthin. Approx grid ref SJ155584, in field just out of woods, exit gate was further obstructed by electric fence. Single walker, no dog, encounters an aggressive group of bullocks Andy’s Report: “Leaving gate from the wood and progressing towards […]
Charged at by cattle
Report 1224 Response ID 328,834,077 Location: Doynton High Street – field off footpath up the steps on the right when leaving the village along the High Street Date 07/03/26 Katie’s report: “I entered the field with my dog on a short lead, I did not see any cows. As I walked into the field and […]
Lack of public safety on SW Coastal Path
Report 1223 Response ID 328,818,368 Date of incident 5/3/26 Location South West coastal Path – south of Hartland Quay towards Speke’s Mill. What 3 words “qualified.shave.digested” North Devon coast. Zoe’s Report: “Arriving at the gate on my return journey I was surprised to see cows there. I entered slowly and both dogs were by my […]
Author Archives: Ruth Livingstone
239b Silver Bay to Trearddur Bay
A giant child with a massive paint brush has been set free to paint the cliffs. The rocks are crumpled and creased, looking as if made of nothing more solid than flimsy cardboard. Continue reading
239a Valley to Silver Bay
I cross over onto Holy Island and take a wrong turn, before arriving at a shimmering silver beach. Continue reading
238 Rhosneigr to Valley
DANGER DO NOT LOITER. The sign appears to be a personal insult referring to my walking speed, but is actually a warning aimed at enthusiastic plane spotters. Continue reading
237 Aberffraw to Rhosneigr
The coastline reminds me of Cornwall, but with everything on a miniature scale: lower cliffs and smaller bays. Continue reading
236 Newborough to Aberffraw
Today’s walking consisted of three different routes, two sets of sand dunes, and an unexpected sighting of a red squirrel. Continue reading
235 Newborough Forest
I walk with friends along wonderful beaches, discover a magical island dedicated to lovers, and – later – I tumble into a slimy ditch. Continue reading
234 Llanfair PG to Dwyran
Despite more road walking, and obstructed footpaths, I discover a delightful ancient barrow and a set of magnificent, giant stepping-stones. Continue reading
233 Y Felinheli, Bangor to Llanfair PG
An interesting walk, past a gothic mausoleum, a pretty cascade, two bridges, and a couple of lions. Continue reading
232 Caernarfon to Y Felinheli
Perhaps its the dullness of the day, or the tediousness of the route, or the long drive to get here, but every step is an effort. Continue reading
231 Llandwrog to Caernarfon
I have trouble with the buses, negotiate a finger of dunes, do a little trespassing, and fill my boots with water. Altogether, a very enjoyable walk. Continue reading
Ruth's Coastal Walk (UK) 