The Tea & Trails Podcast
The Tea & Trails Podcast is a weekly trail running podcast that loves to talk about running, tea and trails. Hosts Edwina & Gary talk about recent ultra races, what's been going on in their lives, coaching and interviewing a variety of runners and race organisers.
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Episodes
126 episodes
Joe Barrs - Arctic Spine Race - 126
Joe Barrs recently, one of the first-ever finishers of the grueling 293-mile Montane Arctic Spine Race, a brutal ultramarathon across Sweden’s Kungsleden Trail, where temperatures can plummet to -40°C and competitors haul their supplies on sled...
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Season 1
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Episode 126
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1:03:36
Training Metrics - Time or Miles? Scottish Trails, GI Battles, Dog Poop & Strava Triumphs #125
Welcome to a Poetic Tea & Trails Podcast, This week brings a slight format shake-up, but nothing drastic, don't panic!Expect stories of epic Scottish mountain runs, unexpected GI battles, and a bit of dog poop too. But it's not all a...
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Episode 125
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1:06:25
Sarah Ingram - Cape Wrath Ultra Champ - 124
Honed in the peat bogs of the dark peak and the lake district rain, suffering enthusiast and of the belief that not much in life can't be improved with a cup of Yorkshire tea or a dunk in a cold body of water.Not our words, but those of ...
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Episode 124
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2:06:36
Old County Tops Fell Race Special - 123
This week we do an Old County Tops deep dive! Does the bromance continue or was it sad times on the trails. Let’s find out. Kudos to everyone who toed the line and the team for putting together another awesome race!Held in May, The Old C...
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Episode 123
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2:00:55
Kallum Pritchard - Dukeries 40 Champ - 122
Kallum Pritchard is a formidable trail and ultra-distance runner from the UK, renowned for his impressive performances in endurance events. He has excelled in prestigious races such as the Country to Capital Ultra, the Centurion Thames Path 100...
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Episode 122
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1:48:31
Lianne van Dijk - 2025 Northern Traverse - 121
Lianne van Dijk embodies the spirit of perseverance and adventure, inspiring countless runners to push beyond their limits. As an ultrarunner, writer, and coach, she shares her deep passion for trail and mountain running, guiding others ...
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Episode 121
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1:54:07
Sean Merryweather - Chester Ultra 100 Champ - 120
Sean Merryweather is a British ultra-runner and obstacle course racer who has won multiple endurance events, including the GB Ultra Chester 50, Manchester to Liverpool Ultra, and GB Ultra Snowdon 50. Recently, he recently set a new course recor...
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Season 1
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Episode 120
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1:51:09
Gary Thwaites - 2025 London Mararthon - 119
This week, Gary shares the inside scoop on his 2025 London Marathon experience. His unconventional approach to training and tapering might raise a few eyebrows, but it proves there’s more than one way to run a sub 3 marathon. Was this road mara...
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Season 1
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Episode 119
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1:20:19
Fiona Horsfield - 2025 Northern Traverse Champ - 118
Fiona Horsfield, recently won the women’s race at the Northern Traverse 2025, a grueling 300km endurance event across three national parks in the UK. She surged ahead in the second half of the race to claim victory!She also won the Summe...
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Season 1
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Episode 118
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2:08:07
Kate Worthington - Snowdonia Slate Trail FKT - 117
Back in February, Kate Worthington accomplished an incredible feat by completing the Snowdonia Slate Trail, a challenging 83 mile journey that circles Snowdonia, showcasing its unique slate heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Kate achieved th...
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Season 1
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Episode 117
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2:01:28
Helen Ryvar - 1000 Half Marathons Streak - 116
Helen Ryvar is an inspiring ultra runner from Wrexham, North Wales. She held the Guinness World Record for the most consecutive days running a half marathon distance, achieving 111 days. She then bettered that by running 1000 consecutive half m...
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Season 1
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Episode 116
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1:52:28
Julie Carter - The Dreamtime Fellrunner - 115
Julie Carter is a fascinating individual with a diverse background. She is a former scientist, teacher, and GP who has transitioned into a creative writer and fell runner. Julie has a deep connection to the Lake District, where she finds inspir...
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Season 1
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Episode 115
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1:54:57
Tobi Schmid - Heat Training with CORE - 114
This week we take a heat training deep dive with Tobi Schmid from CORE. The CORE heat training sensor is a wearable device designed to monitor your core body temperature in real-time. It's particularly useful for athletes aiming to optimize the...
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Season 1
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Episode 114
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1:30:06
Zuzana Nemeckova - On Track Nutritionist - 113
Zuzana Nemeckova is an ultra-marathon runner and a Registered Nutritionist with a commitment to helping athletes excel. She has tackled races spanning from 50 km to 100 miles, including an arduous multi-day 125 km event.Fueled by her lov...
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Season 1
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Episode 113
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1:47:04
Keith Wigley & Hugh Chatfield - Arc of Attrition by UTMB - 112
We recently caught up with Hugh and Keith after their fantastic performances at the Arc of Attrition 50-miler, where they finished 2nd and 3rd.Hugh is an accomplished ultra-runner. He won the 2023 Montane Dragon’s Back Race. He has also ...
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Season 1
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Episode 113
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1:51:34
Henriette Albon - 2025 Transgrancanaria Champ - 111
Henriette Albon is an amazing athlete from Norway who has made a name for herself in mountain running and ski mountaineering! After leaving her job as an auditor, she decided to follow her true passion for outdoor sports, and it’s been a fantas...
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Season 1
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Episode 111
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1:55:35
Lewis Ryan - 2025 Arc of Attrition by UTMB - 110
This week, we’re thrilled to have Lewis Ryan join us! Lewis just smashed the Arc of Attrition by UTMB 2025 with an amazing time of 19:22:35. We chat about the race and what he’s got planned for 2025 and beyond. Not only is Lewis super fast, but...
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Season 1
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Episode 110
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1:46:55
Darla Crispin - Centurion Winter Downs 100 - 109
We’re excited to welcome Darla Crispin this week to chat about everything Centurion Winter Downs 100! This incredible 100-mile race takes place in the heart of the UK winter, truly testing the limits of both body and mind.Darla is origi...
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Season 1
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Episode 109
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1:59:50
Shane Ohly - Arc of Attrition By UTMB - 108
Shane Ohly is a former professional climber and elite mountain runner with a lifelong love for adventures in the great outdoors. He founded Ourea Events, an organization that hosts some of the UK’s toughest mountain running events, including th...
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Season 1
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Episode 108
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1:59:29
Keri Wallace - Unsupported West Highland Way FKT - 107
Keri Wallace is an amazing ultra-runner who has set several Fastest Known Times on some tough trails. Recently, she made headlines by achieving a new female solo, unsupported winter FKT on the West Highland Way! Keri took on the 154 km trail fr...
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Season 1
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Episode 107
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2:30:06
Leroy Valentine - 2025 Arc of Attrition by UTMB - 106
Leroy Valentine is an ultra-runner who recently made headlines by running 153 miles from Dover to Farnham in record time to raise money for the Sam Beare Hospice in Woking. He completed the North Downs Way in just one day, 19 hours, and 33 minu...
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Season 1
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Episode 106
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1:54:21
Mel Sykes - Winter Spine Race - 105
Mel Sykes is an ultra-marathon runner from Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. She has an inspiring story of resilience and determination. Mel was diagnosed with a rare brain condition called Chiari malformation, which caused her to lose her balance, su...
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Season 1
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Episode 105
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2:12:47
Sanna Duthie - Pembrokeshire Coastal Path FKT - 104
Sanna Duthie is an amazing ultramarathon runner from beautiful Pembrokeshire, Wales! She has tackled some pretty epic races, like the Dragon's Back Race, Ultra Trail Wales, and the Arc of Attrition. Recently, she achieved a fantastic victory at...
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Season 1
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Episode 104
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1:51:56
Winter Spine Race - Top tips - 103
This week, Trish and Eddie share five top tips for tackling one of England's toughest challenges: the Winter Spine Race. Knowledge is power, and you don't know what you don't know, so don't miss this episode.Pic Credit - Spine Race<...
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Season 1
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Episode 103
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2:12:05
Sam Skinner - Winter Spine Race - 102
We had a great chat with Sam Skinner right before the 2025 Montane Winter Spine Race!Sam’s journey into running started as a way to manage his weight and kickstart his sports career after taking a break. He brings a wealth of experience...
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Season 1
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Episode 102
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1:54:14