Monday, 1 November 2004

Coastwalk

Gowerton → Landimore

[Weobley Castle]

Distance: 9.76 miles
Ascent: 129 metres
Duration: 3 hours 8 minutes

Clever animals
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Driving from Aberystwyth to Gower this morning I realised why Wales is the land of magical and mystical animals. A dog leapt out off the road and onto the verge to let my car pass; four wild horses stood by another roadside looking left, then right at a pedestrian crossing, waiting for a gap in the traffic.

Am I the only one who worries sheep should be added to this list of intelligent animals?

Sure, they look cute and timid when you walk towards them. They huddle together quaking, hoping you don't venture a foot further in their direction. But come on. Have you never stood in a field of sheep and just wondered? If those guys just acted together you'd be toast.

The fact that I finished today's walk alive suggests that sheep haven't yet wised up to my fears, but it can only be a matter of time.

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