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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.
Tag Archives: travel
522 Latheron to Dunbeath
A road-walk in blazing sunshine, with great views. Two harbours, fairy houses, and a cafe! Continue reading
521 Lybster to Latheron
A beautiful coastline, but with some challenging scrambles. Continue reading
520b Whaligoe to Lybster
Difficult ground, terrible fatigue… and one last giant set of steps to climb. Continue reading
520a Whaligoe to Lybster
I admire an incredible series of steps, finally get to use my barbed-wire kit, and keep a watch out for cattle and rabbit holes. Continue reading
519pm Wick to Whaligoe
Countless geos, mysterious statues, and a leap of death – quite a day! Continue reading
519am Wick to Sarclet
My first coastal walk after my cancer diagnosis. And what a dramatic coastline! Continue reading
Last Munro, and I return home
I nearly make it to the top, but I’m too tired for the final push, and I return home early. Continue reading
517pm Wick to Castle Wick
A busy walk with lots to see, including memorials and not just one, but TWO, open-air swimming pools. Continue reading
517am Noss Head to Wick
I didn’t expect the coast up here to be so interesting and beautiful. I spot guillemots and seals – but will I find a puffin? Continue reading
516 Keiss to Noss Head
A wonderful beach walk, two castles, the remains of a chapel, and a lighthouse… what more could you possibly want! Continue reading

