Ruth Livingstone
My book: Walking the English Coast
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Killer Cows: Cattle Safety
Dodford footpath leading to Bournheath – walker cornered by a mixed herd
Incident number: 1266 Response ID: 329,840,622 Date of incident: 18.06.26 Location: Field adjacent to top of Yarnold Lane, Dodford leading across to Bournheath ( to right hand side as driving out of Dodford Status: Lone walker with dogs on lead onPRoW Sarah’s Story “The cattle approached (they were a mixed herd of Charolais, Hereford, friesian […]
Trapped by cattle on weavers way near Halvergate
Incident number: 1264 Response ID: 329,834,345 Date of incident: 10.06.26 Location: On the Weavers Way footpath, between Stone Road, Halvergate and Berney Arms, shortly before the railway line. Status: Lone walker with no dog on PRoW RW’s story “I was walking on the path across the marshes, following the Weavers Way path. A group of […]
Bennar near Barmouth – A very near miss…….
Incident number: 1263 Response ID: 329,826,913 Date of incident: 14.06.26 Location: Welsh Coastal Path. Farm at Bennar, north of Barmouth. (What3Words: ///scrubbing.amused.cubed) Status: Lone walker with dog on lead on PRoW Martin’s story “I was walking the Wales Coastal Path. I was on a public footpath near Bennar, heading towards Barmouth, when I encountered an […]
Tag Archives: trekking
238 Rhosneigr to Valley
DANGER DO NOT LOITER. The sign appears to be a personal insult referring to my walking speed, but is actually a warning aimed at enthusiastic plane spotters. Continue reading
227 Porthor to Morfa
Mud, mud and more mud. Also glorious little coves and deserted cliffs. Shame about the howling gale. Continue reading
216 Aberdyfi to Tywyn
Today is dull and dreary. The brilliant sunshine of the last 2 weeks has gone. I start my walk from the quay at Aberdyfi and wander around the dock for a while…
215 Machynlleth to Aberdyfi
I miss the train, twice. Will I make it to Aberdifi before the sun sets? Continue reading
212 Llanrhystud to Aberystwyth
I soon discover why this stretch of path is so empty. And I also realise why the Ceredigion Coast Path web site rates this section as moderate/hard. I’m about to reach the ‘hard’ part!
211 Aberaeron to Llanrhystud
I come across groynes, riprap, diverted footpaths, and a low flying drone. Continue reading
210 Cwmtydu, New Quay to Aberaeron
I don’t see dolphins today, but do enjoy a wonderful walk and finish with a spectacular sunset. Continue reading
209 pm Llangrannog to Cwmtydu
High cliffs and dolphins! A perfect day’s walking. Continue reading
203 am Porthgain to Aber Mawr
I walk past the ruins of Porthgain’s industrial harbour, and come across a mysterious circle of stones. Continue reading
202 Whitesands Bay, St David’s Head to Porthgain
Despite nearly fainting on the path today, I enjoy the walk. There’s seals, choughs, and a vivid Blue Lagoon. Continue reading
Ruth's Coastal Walk (UK) 