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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Gull dies after being kicked outside fish and chip shop
A gull has died after being kicked in a coastal town. The incident happened on Marine Parade in Barmouth on Monday, August 4, outside a fish and chip shop around 1pm. The gull had reportedly taken fish from a plate before being kicked. It then collided with a parked car and died shortly after landing behind it. Julia Dalgleish, RSPCA animal rescue officer, said: "This upsetting incident took place in a public place and would have been a very distressing incident to witness. "We are looking for anyone with first-hand information, which could help our enquiries." She also thanked those who tried to show compassion for the bird. Ms Dalgleish said: "We'd also like to thank those who showed kindness towards this gull as we understand the bird's body was removed away from onlookers." She stressed that gulls are often misunderstood and deserve better treatment. Ms Dalgleish said: "Sadly, many people have an unfavourable opinion of gulls – but these are intelligent animals who form strong social bonds with each other, and deserve to be treated with respect." The RSPCA is seeking to identify a man who may have information about the incident. He is described as around 5ft 10in tall, of medium build, with curly hair and was wearing a black jacket. Anyone with information is asked to contact the RSPCA appeals line on 0300 123 8018 and quote reference 01596699. The charity also reminded the public that gulls and their nests are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Daily Mail
Seagull is kicked to death after stealing fish from customer outside a chippy
A seagull which swooped on an unsuspecting customer at a fish and chip shop was brutally kicked to death. The herring gull stole its supper from a takeaway at Marine Parade in Barmouth, Wales at around 1pm on August 4. It was then attacked and kicked by the angry customer before later dying from its injuries, the RSPCA said. The charity has released a picture of a man with curly hair and a black jacket who they would like to speak to, Metro reported. They are asking for any witnesses to come forward. Julia Dalgleish, RSPCA animal rescue officer, said: 'Gulls and their nests are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, it is illegal to do anything that causes suffering to gulls. 'Sadly, many people have an unfavourable opinion of gulls – but these are intelligent animals who form strong social bonds with.' It comes after baby seagulls were killed with an umbrella on the roof of a shopping centre in Bath. A CCTV image was released of a man in connection with the incident last month. A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: 'We are appealing for help to identify the man in this CCTV image who we would like to speak to in connection with reported attacks on seagulls in Bath city centre. 'A man was reported for attacking and killing baby seagulls with an umbrella on the roof of the Corridor shopping centre at around 4.50pm on Tuesday 15 July. 'We would like to speak to a man who is described as black, middle aged, of slim build, and who was wearing a checked shirt and carrying a blue bag at the time of the incident. 'If anybody has any information about the incident, or who may know who this man is, is asked to contact us.' In Liverpool a baby seagull was also found dead in the city centre on July 1. The RSPCA received footage of a man who allegedly smashed the bird's head against a rubbish bin, before throwing it inside. The charity described the footage as 'distressing'. It claimed the baby gull, which could not fly away, was picked up from the pavement before being hit with some force on the bin. A footage was released of a man in connection with the death of the gull. Louise Showering, an inspector for the RSPCA who is leading the investigation, said: 'We've received upsetting footage of a juvenile gull, who was unable to fly, allegedly being picked up from the pavement and hit with some force against a bin in Liverpool. The bird was later retrieved from inside but had sadly died.'
BBC News
6 days ago
- BBC News
Barmouth gull kicked to death after stealing fish from plate
A herring gull has died after it was kicked after stealing fish from someone's plate, the RSPCA has said. The incident happened at Marine Parade in Barmouth, Gwynedd, outside a fish and chip shop on 4 August at about 13:00 BST. Julia Dalgleish, RSPCA animal rescue officer, said: "Gulls and their nests are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, it is illegal to do anything that causes suffering to gulls."The organisation is looking for first-hand witnesses to get in touch. Ms Dalgleish said: "Sadly, many people have an unfavourable opinion of gulls - but these are intelligent animals who form strong social bonds with."The RSPCA asked for help identifying someone of interest to the case, "he is about 5ft 10in (1.78m), has curly hair, is of medium build and was wearing a black jacket". Why do gulls steal food? Gull populations are in decline, with several species on the UK red list of conservation gulls are coming to live closer to people, adding human leftovers to their natural menu of fish, crabs, starfish and birds may be flocking to urban areas to find food to feed their chicks during the breeding season, switching back to a natural diet once their youngsters have gulls may be relying on human leftovers for much of the year as the natural food supply are in trouble in their natural spaces, and some species, such as herring gulls and lesser black-backed gulls, are seeking refuge in coastal is very little data on the number of urban gulls - but natural populations are regularly monitored, showing big declines.
The Sun
06-05-2025
- The Sun
Up-and-coming seaside town with hidden beach and one of the UK's best chippies
A SEASIDE town in the UK is said to be "bouncing back" as a holiday destination. While beach resorts died off across the UK in the 1970s due to cheap package holidays abroad, they have seen a boom in tourists in recent years. 5 5 5 Along with trending seaside towns such as Margate and Weymouth, National Geographic named Barmouth in Wales as an up-and-coming seaside destination. They wrote: "It's easy to miss little Barmouth, reclining on the edge of the Mawddach estuary. "The generous, west-facing strand is a sunset hotspot, and the peaks provide an arresting backdrop landwards. "This is the sort of town that's full of visitors-turned-residents and it's that sense of pride and community that's powering its revival." On the west coast of Wales, Barmouth overlooks the southern part of Snowdonia. Back in 2023, a £30million restoration of the Barmouth Viaduct was finished, which is now the UK's longest wooden railway bridge. It even which hosts an annual 10K race every summer. People have raved about Barmouth Beach, saying it's the best in the UK. One went on further on Tripadvisor, writing:"I would say it's the best place on Earth, love it here and highly recommend going." But the town also has a secret beach that only locals know about. Stunning retro Welsh beach town that locals claim English tourists don't know – with golden sand & 'best pub in Wales' Hidden behind an railway tunnel, tourists have to go under the Cambrian Line railway. The row of houses lining Porkington Terrace overlook the beach. One local said: "Used to love visiting this beach as a child, there was a wrecked boat on the sand that added to the charm and the fact it is tucked away cove, always made it feel special." There is also the mini steam train that you can explore through the dunes, which stops at the town's harbour. Otherwise a trip to the beach is nothing without some fish and chips - and one in Barmouth was named one of the UK's best. The Mermaid ranked in the top 18 fish and chip shops by The Times last year. The nearest major cities are Liverpool and Wolverhampton, both of which are around 2hr20 by car. There are direct trains to and from Barmouth from Birmingham which take just over an hour, although these only run a few times a day. For other 'trending' seaside towns, here's everything you need to do in Margate. And many might not realise that Scarborough is the UK's 'first' seaside resort - here's what to know. 5 5
Powys County Times
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Powys County Times
Barmouth past Trewern United test to lift Emrys Morgan Cup
BARMOUTH United celebrated being crowned Emrys Morgan Cup champions following a thrilling 5-3 shoot-out win over Trewern United in Newtown on Friday. The all-MMP Central Wales League North final was evenly contested from the first whistle as the Magpies sought a second title and Trewern bid to lift the cup for the first time. Euron Roberts headed over after 11 minutes before Pete Young dragged an effort wide five minutes later. Trewern had strong penalty appeals rejected when Warren Roberts was upended in the area but referee Huw Jones waved play on. Barmouth ended the half on top with Young and Joe Soar off target before Joey Jones rattled the woodwork from 25 yards. Trewern goalkeeper Lee Andrew's blushes were spared when he fumbled a corner from Soar but the loose ball was hacked clear of the line as Barmouth started the second-half on top. Andrew had to be on his toes to tip another Soar corner over the bar before the same player saw his 25 yard free-kick saved as the Magpies sensed a breakthrough was imminent. Instead it was the Tigers who led on 72 minutes after George Clifton fired home from the edge of the area. Dan Morris headed wide as Trewern came close to doubling the lead but Barmouth made the most of the reprieve by levelling seconds later as Soar volleyed home. A frantic finale saw Andy Gwilt denied by the offside flag and Roberts test goalkeeper Rhys Williams for Trewern while Andrew was tested by Soar at the other end. The match was destined for penalties as Williams denied Stuart Buckley-Robins and Ieuan Brooks held his nerve to convert the decisive spot-kick as Barmouth celebrated a 5-3 win.
