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 […]
Category Archives: 25. North East Scotland
533pm Dornoch to Tain
Across a bridge and causeway, I climb a hill, and go down a lovely avenue of trees. Continue reading
533am Dornock to Tain
I am dismayed to pass the site where a witch was burnt… but, later, today’s walk turns into a glorious amble along a quiet lane. Continue reading
532 Embo to Dornoch
I walk the coast, along an endless beach, and then head back across a marsh and an airfield. Continue reading
531 Skelbo to Embo
On a glorious bank holiday Monday, I encounter seals, tourists, and a beautiful beach before ending my trip in a holiday park. Continue reading
530 Littleferry to Skelbo
I have a miserable walk in the rain, survive a near-death experience involving bullocks, and discover my van has NOT been stolen. Continue reading
529 Golspie to Littleferry
Along an eroded shore, I reach a beautiful spot at the opening to Loch Fleet. Fast water, loud gulls, and seals! Continue reading
528 Crackaig to Brora
I meet a spitting seagull, and walk along a beautiful beach. Continue reading
527 Brora to Golspie
I walk with seabirds and seals, past an ancient broch and a beautiful chateau. A perfect walk. Continue reading
526pm Portgower to Crackaig
A fabulous walk today with wonderful views, a spectacular beach, and NO rain Continue reading
526am Helmsdale to Portgower
A wonderful start to the walk, with fabulous views. I avoid dogs and cows, and end up on a beautiful shore. Continue reading
Ruth's Coastal Walk (UK) 