Ruth Livingstone
My book: Walking the English Coast
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Killer Cows: Cattle Safety
Coastal path is closed to walkers because of dangerous cattle
Ceredigion Llanrhystud (21 day emergency closure from 15 October 2026) Presence of dangerous cattle on the path near Tregynan, Llanrhystud. en until 05-11-2026 Above is the detail given for the emergency closure of a section of the coast path in Wales. The decision was taken by Ceredigion County Council according to press reports, but there […]
3 reports of aggressive cattle
Incident No: 1319Date: 14.08.26Site: 51.6221725, -2.5476959 Near Thornbury, South Gloucestershire1 cow, 1 walker, no dogDescription: “I was going to walk across the field, it was open with no warning signs. A cow was staring at me, I didn’t think much about it and just kept my distance. It took a few steps towards me so […]
Experienced rider meets aggressive cows at Timberscombe Common
ncident No: 1318Date: 13.10.26Site: Timberscombe Common, Timberscombe near Minehead, Somerset1 horse, 1 pony and rider. Group of cows. Sophie’s Report : “I was hacking my horse back along the bridleway across the centre of the common towards the village, when the cows saw me and charged at me. My horse and the pony I was […]
Tag Archives: hiking
169b Cardiff to Barry
I discover more art work, walk through a gloomy Penarth, see another Marconi plaque, and find ruined defences from WW2. Continue reading
168 Peterstone Wentlooge to Cardiff Bay
I try to walk at 3 mph – and get lost in a rubbish tip – before making it safely to Cardiff Bay. Continue reading
167b Newport to Peterstone Wentlooge
Near the Wentlooge levels I find the Tardis, and have a disappointing lunch interrupted by a flying drone. Later, I almost steal several horses. Continue reading
166 Goldcliff to Newport Wetlands
Today I have a close encounter with Welsh mud, discover a Cyberman factory and am disappointed by a closed pub. Continue reading
165 Severn Tunnel Junction to Goldcliff
I wade through gloopy slurry and endure a hailstorm. But it’s all worth it when the sun comes out. Continue reading
163pm Severn Bridge to Chepstow
I walk into Chepstow and discover another beautiful bridge. Then take a detour down Offa’s Dyke, losing my watch on the way and ending up in a bog. Continue reading
163am Severn Beach to Wales
Today I cross over the River Severn and walk into Wales. It will be an important milestone in my coastal trek. Continue reading
162pm Avonmouth to Severn Beach
I walk through the industrial landscape of Avonmouth, disappear down a secret tunnel in the undergrowth, and emerge on Severn Beach in glowing sunlight. Continue reading
161b Portishead to Pill, River Avon
The problem with walking along cycle paths is that they are usually very boring from a walking point of view. Continue reading
160 Clevedon to Portishead
This isn’t exactly a wild coastal footpath – and I don’t know whether to be relieved at the prospect of an easy walk or disappointed by the tameness of the route. Continue reading
