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 […]
Category Archives: 24 North Coast of Scotland
513b John o’Groats to Duncansby Head
I walk past cliffs of screaming birds, and reach the northeast corner of Britain. Continue reading
513a Gills to John o’Groats
I reach John o’Groats. Was prepared to hate it… but I loved it. Continue reading
512b Castle of Mey to Gills
I eat in the “Scone with the Wind” cafe, and discover a delightful hidden haven. Continue reading
512a Brough to Castle of Mey
Road walking. A mill, sheep, cattle, chickens and lot of signs to look at. Continue reading
511 Castletown to West Dunnet
A wonderful walk along a sandy beach, where I find giant shells. Continue reading
510 West Dunnet to Dunnet Head
I reach the most northerly point on the British mainland! Continue reading
509b Thurso to Castletown
Tracks, anti-tank defences, grey sands, cows, and a heritage trail that I’m too tired to follow. Continue reading
509a Thurso to Castletown
I walk past surfers, a weird castle, a shipwreck, and a hidden cave. Continue reading
508b Scrabster to Thurso
I reach a lighthouse, and marvel at finely sculpted cliffs. Continue reading
508a Forss to Scrabster
I end up on the infamous A9, and eat Cullen Skink beside a harbour. Continue reading
