Tag Archives: walking

167a Newport

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

I think you can tell a great deal about a place by looking at its graffiti. And the number of illicit rubbish tips. Continue reading →

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166 Goldcliff to Newport Wetlands

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

Today I have a close encounter with Welsh mud, discover a Cyberman factory and am disappointed by a closed pub. Continue reading →

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164pm Mathern to Sudbrook to Severn Tunnel Junction

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

I meet some Welsh sheep and pass under the Second Severn Crossing, before losing my husband on Rogiet Moor. Continue reading →

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164am Chepstow to Mathern

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

I start walking the Wales Coast Path. Map-less, I lose my way a couple of times, see a rare bird, discover an unknown saint, and nearly get myself a free lunch. Continue reading →

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163pm Severn Bridge to Chepstow

Posted on October 5, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

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 →

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163am Severn Beach to Wales

Posted on October 5, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

Today I cross over the River Severn and walk into Wales. It will be an important milestone in my coastal trek. Continue reading →

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162pm Avonmouth to Severn Beach

Posted on October 4, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

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 →

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162am Bristol to Avonmouth

Posted on October 4, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk down the River Avon, along the Severn Way. I pass a mysterious station, dodge roaring traffic, walk past decaying wharves, and come across some wonderful graffiti. Continue reading →

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161c Clifton Suspension Bridge

Posted on September 5, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

I begin walking through the Avon Gorge and feel as if I’m walking in a tunnel. As yet I’ve had no view of the Clifton Bridge. Continue reading →

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160 Clevedon to Portishead

Posted on September 4, 2014 by Ruth Livingstone

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 →

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