Tag: The Ramblers

Ramblers group charged by a cow in Yorkshire

Case No. 1147

Date of Incident: 24 06 2025

Location: On PROW, Near Birchen Lea Farm, Station Rd., Harecroft near Bingley West Yorks

over 10 Ramblers, no dog

Cattle with calves in field

Account: “One cow was actually on the footpath, so we gave the cow a wide berth; the rest of the herd (with calves) was a little way off. The single cow charged at myself and another person as we tried to walk around it. We quickly ran to the stone boundary wall whilst other people in our Ramblers walking group persuaded it to move away allowing us to pass. This was a terrifying experience.”

Additional comment: “Cows with calves should not be in a field with a public footpath or the path should be fenced off from cattle.”

This attack has been reported to the local council and HSE

“What do I do if I meet cows on my walk?” Safety Advice from The Ramblers, NFU and The Kennel Club (and what farmer’s are advised to do to keep us safe.)

A few of our reports have had people say they were unsure of what they should be doing if they meet cattle on their walks – so Killer Cows has had a look at the latest posts from these Organisations and listed them. We are not saying doing this will keep you safe – we’re saying this is what they are telling us.

Happy walking.

The Ramblers states cheerfully: “Whatever animals may be in the field, follow our top tips and you’ll be unlikely to run into any issues.”

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