Ruth Livingstone
My book: Walking the English Coast
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Winfield’s Award
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: walking
211 Aberaeron to Llanrhystud
I come across groynes, riprap, diverted footpaths, and a low flying drone. Continue reading
209 pm Llangrannog to Cwmtydu
High cliffs and dolphins! A perfect day’s walking. Continue reading
209 am Aberporth to Llangrannog
A perfect day, on a wheelchair-friendly path, past holiday cottages created from railway carriages, and a litter-free walk. If only there was an easy way up all those hills… Continue reading
208 Cardigan to Aberporth
After a stuttering beginning, the Ceredigion Coast path promises to be a rewarding experience, with superb views around the curve of Cardigan Bay. Continue reading
207 Moylgrove to Cardigan
The path winds along the edge of cliffs, lit by intermittent bursts of sunshine. I hear the eerie sound of seals, and come across a dopey rabbit. Continue reading
205 Fishguard to Newport
I anticipate an early and relaxing lunch, but things don’t exactly work out the way I planned. 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
199 Little Haven to Newgale
I stand, like King Canute in reverse, willing the sea to recede. I’d forgotten how wonderful it is to walk with the feel of soft sand beneath my soles and the tug of gentle waves around my ankles. Continue reading
198 Marloes to Little Haven
I see choughs, a seal and a snake. It’s a perfect day for walking, with beautiful red cliffs and a clear blue sea. Continue reading
196 Milford Haven to Dale
Being an early-bird is not always a good idea. I walk in the rain and take the long way around Sandy Haven, before meeting an unexpected companion. And I pass an important personal milestone. Continue reading
Ruth's Coastal Walk (UK) 