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 […]
Tag Archives: travel
275 Carnforth to Arnside
The sign says: ‘If the quicksand doesn’t get you, the tide will.’ Like something from a horror movie. Continue reading
274 Morecambe to Carnforth
My husband demonstrates what NOT to wear when you go on a hiking trip. Continue reading
273 pm Heysham to Morecambe
Morecambe is a beautiful place and the public art on display is wonderful. I meet Eric and end my walk beside Venus. Continue reading
273 am Sunderland Point to Heysham
Road walking and dead-ends. Power stations and ferry ports. Continue reading
272 Oxcliffe to Sunderland Point
At Sambo’s Grave, I’m surprised to see a collection of tributes – everything from painted stones to plastic teddy bears. Continue reading
271 Lancaster to Oxcliffe
Rivers, bridges, and a tidal pub. Continue reading
270 Cockerham to Lancaster
I discover the Plover Scar lighthouse is still standing, have lunch at Glasson Dock, and follow route number 6 into Lancaster. Continue reading
269 Fleetwood to Cockerham
A good walk, but shame about the footpath obstructions. Continue reading
268 pm Blackpool to Fleetwood
A great walk with lovely companions and a lively dog. Continue reading
268 am – Blackpool Golden Mile and North Beach
I pass a weird execution ground for cyborgs, and discover Blackpool has 3 piers, and a very fast-moving tide. Continue reading
