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Killer Cows: Cattle Safety
Cattle charged at walkers – this could have been prevented by a simple fence

Incident number: 1229Response ID 329,262,000 Date: 16/4/26 Location: Preston Bagot, Warwickshire. Grid reference 176644 2 people, no dog Report: “Walking around the edge of a field the cows charged. I had to climb over a barbed wire fence while my husband ran around the corner of the field.It would be great to see special fencing […]
Charged at by a cow in Derbyshire (Pattern of previously aggressive livestock behaviour in this area)

Incident number: 1228Response ID 329,163,280 Date: 8/4/26 Location ///farm.prepare.character, Between Unstone Green and Dronfield,Derbyshire 2 People, with 2 dogs on lead Incident Summary: “On 8th April 2026, while traversing the established public footpath southwest from Highgate Lane, our party (two adults and two canine companions on leads) encountered an aggressive bovine. The animal emerged from […]
Ensuring Safety on a Walking Holiday: Cattle Management

We all have a right to walk safely along footpaths, and we can’t predict which cattle will be aggressive.
Category Archives: 22 Highlands
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
412 part 2 – Sandaig to Glenelg
I have a new companion, but my morning ends in disappointment. Continue reading
412 part 1 – Sandaig
I visit a special place – beautiful but sad. Continue reading
411 Arnisdale to Upper Sandaig
I ride the Monster and do some road walking. Continue reading
410 Corran to Arnisdale
I discover Arnisdale is beautiful – despite the rain – but am frustrated by my lack of progress. Continue reading
409 Glen Arnisdale to Corran
A rainy day, and a short walk that ends in evening sunshine. Continue reading
408 Kinlochhourn to Glen Arnisdale
I follow the pylons through a wild valley. Continue reading

