The Tea & Trails Podcast

Edwina Sutton & Gary Thwaites
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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.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1330576474428708 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/teaandtrailsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@teaandtrailsReach out if you would like to be involved! - hello@teaandtrails.com

  1. 3d ago

    David Miller - SPINE #229

    This week we were lucky enough to spend an hour with the incredible David Miller. It was such a treat to hear the stories behind so many of the iconic images that define our sport. It turned into a super‑relaxed chat about running, Zoom vs Teams, the Barkley Marathons, and of course his upcoming book — SPINE: The Story of the Montane Winter Spine Race. SPINE is the definitive visual story of Britain’s most brutal ultramarathon, a premium photography book by David Miller, created in collaboration with Vertebrate Publishing and the organisers of the Montane Winter Spine Race. KICKSTARTER - https://bit.ly/4oDqw2g HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMea XMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeR FENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/ PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first order PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25z STRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Ad https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEA SUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gb BEARHUG - Click the link to receive 15% off your order. https://getabearhug.avln.me/c/PAmERmkwPeal Content contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/ Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/ 13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/ Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/ Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/ Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/ Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/ Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/ Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/ Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/ Yellow Belly Ultra - https://yellowbellyultras.co.uk/ Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/ XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/

    57 min

  2. 6d ago

    Cross Training & Who's Your Dream Pacer? #228

    It’s a bit of a rambling episode this week, but both hosts are noticeably more upbeat, and it won’t be long before they’re uploading runs to Strava again. We cover cross‑training, breastfeeding while training, pleasuring yourself (yes… that happened), and the all‑important question, who would be your dream pacer in a race. There are loads of competitions happening over on Instagram right now, so make sure you check out the Tea & Trails account for your chance to win big. We’ve also had some seriously impressive running in the Strava club, a cheeky Heavy Flex, and a podium‑finishing Tales from the Trails to round things off. HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMea XMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeR FENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/ PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first order PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25z STRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Ad https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEA SUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gb BEARHUG - Click the link to receive 15% off your order. https://getabearhug.avln.me/c/PAmERmkwPeal Content contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/ Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/ 13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/ Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/ Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/ Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/ Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/ Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/ Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/ Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/ Yellow Belly Ultra - https://yellowbellyultras.co.uk/ Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/ XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/

    1h 4m

  3. Jun 14

    Laura Swanton-Rouvelin - Hardmoors 200 Champ #227

    Inov‑8 athlete and past Tea & Trails guest Laura Swanton‑Rouvelin joins us this week for another deep dive into all things Hardmoors 200. It was a gutsy move from Laura to come back and defend her title especially in a race where there is so much jeopardy. But she did it. Laura crossed the line in first place, bagging herself a course PB for good measure too. It wasn’t all smooth sailing, though. Far from it. Laura takes us through the highs, the lows, the wobbles, and the moments of strength that carried her through 200 brutal miles across the Wolds, Coastal Trails & Moors. Pic Credit - Jean-Baptiste Rouvelin HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMea XMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeR FENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/ PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first order PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25z STRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Ad https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEA SUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gb BEARHUG - Click the link to receive 15% off your order. https://getabearhug.avln.me/c/PAmERmkwPeal Content contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/ Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/ 13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/ Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/ Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/ Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/ Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/ Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/ Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/ Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/ Yellow Belly Ultra - https://yellowbellyultras.co.uk/ Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/ XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/

    1h 12m

  4. Jun 11

    Are Runners Getting Lazy? GPS or Map? #226

    Even though Eddie and Gary are on the rebuild, they’re still somehow busier than a Greggs on match day. Gary’s had a short stay in the comparison trap, but a chance encounter with a real‑life hero gave him the reality check he needed. Both hosts also find themselves openly thirsting over an A‑list movie star. Zero shame from both. We also sing the praises of the humble home gym. We’re not talking squat racks. We mean the trusty dumbbell, a couple of resistance bands, and a yoga mat. And to round things off, the coaches chat about the simple brilliance of taking a map out on the trails. Old‑school. Reliable and it doesn’t run out of battery halfway up a mountain. HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMea XMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeR FENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/ PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first order PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25z STRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Ad https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEA SUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gb BEARHUG - Click the link to receive 15% off your order. https://getabearhug.avln.me/c/mtOmrcHyImJo Content contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/ Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/ 13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/ Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/ Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/ Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/ Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/ Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/ Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/ Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/ Yellow Belly Ultra - https://yellowbellyultras.co.uk/ Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/ XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/

    1h 14m

  5. Jun 7

    UTS 100K - Katie Kars-Sijpesteijn #225

    This week we’re sharing the mics with friend of the show Katie Kaars-Sijpesteijn. A Salomon and GB athlete, Katie has lined up, and podiumed, at some of the most competitive races out there. But the last 12 months have taken her down a very different path as she chased a sub‑3 road marathon. Not exactly the classic tune‑up for UTS by UTMB 100K, yet it clearly worked… because she stormed her way to 2nd place in a seriously stacked field. We chat about her recent races, the unconventional build‑up, and her journey back to racing as a mother of two young children. HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMea XMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeR FENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/ PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first order PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25z STRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Ad https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEA SUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gb BEARHUG - Click the link to receive 15% off your order. https://getabearhug.avln.me/c/mtOmrcHyImJo Content contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/ Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/ 13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/ Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/ Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/ Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/ Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/ Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/ Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/ Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/ Yellow Belly Ultra - https://yellowbellyultras.co.uk/ Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/ XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/

    1h 3m

  6. Jun 4

    Run Less, Gain More #224

    This week, both hosts are… well, struggling. Gary is still absolutely smashed to bits from his first 200‑mile adventure, and Eddie is improving, but living with the uncertainty of injury is tough. So, for Brew with the Coaches, it’s just Gary and Trish, which basically means Trish is doing all the heavy lifting while Gary sits there like a man held together by tape, tea, and wishful thinking. We chat about how an indoor bike can slot into your training, whether you’re injured, time‑crunched, or just avoiding another soaking on the moors. And Eddie and Gary have a good natter about that strange space between finishing a big race and starting structured training again: the no‑man’s‑land of recovery, reflection, and trying not to sign up for something ridiculous too soon. HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMea XMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeR FENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/ PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first order PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25z STRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Ad https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEA SUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gb ASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription. https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwi Content contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/ Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/ 13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/ Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/ Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/ Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/ Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/ Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/ Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/ Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/ Yellow Belly Ultra - https://yellowbellyultras.co.uk/ Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/ XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/

    1 hr

  7. May 31

    Gary Thwaites - Hardmoors 200 Champ #223

    Ten years ago, Gary popped his 100‑mile cherry on the Cleveland Way. Countless miles have been covered between then and now, but after a bit of refocusing found himself back on a start line, this time for the Hardmoors 200. Starting in Hull, the route winds through wooded slopes, over rolling hills, and down into deep valleys, before eventually climbing onto the northern escarpment and dropping toward the final stretch of the Wolds Way. At Filey you join the stunning 110‑mile Cleveland Way National Trail. Over the course of the weekend, Gary’s race evolved from simply getting the job done to suddenly finding himself in pole position… and then hanging on for dear life as the pack closed in. HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMea XMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeR FENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/ PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first order PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25z STRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Ad https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEA SUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gb BEARHUG - Click the link to receive 15% off your order. https://getabearhug.avln.me/c/PAmERmkwPeal i Content contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/ Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/ 13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/ Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/ Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/ Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/ Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/ Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/ Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/ Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/ Yellow Belly Ultra - https://yellowbellyultras.co.uk/ Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/ XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/

    1h 24m

  8. May 28

    Hardmoors 200 - Recover like a Pro #222

    This week, Gary is back from a very successful Hardmoors 200. It’s not our full recap, but he shares some thoughts and takeaways from the whole 200 mile experience, and it’s fair to say his emotions are easily triggered right now. Eddie is still on the injury bench, which is rough. Small gains, but sad times for our Eddie. The coaches tackle a listener question from someone who wants to become a coach, and we chat through what recovery can look like after a big race. This bumper episode also has Birthday Shout‑outs, Heavy Flexes, Tales from the Trails, and another incredible Strava Club. HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMea XMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeR FENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/ PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first order PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25z STRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Ad https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEA SUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gb ASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription. https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwi Content contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/ Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/ 13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/ Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/ Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/ Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/ Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/ Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/ Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/ Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/ Yellow Belly Ultra - https://yellowbellyultras.co.uk/ Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/ XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/

    1h 19m
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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.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1330576474428708 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/teaandtrailsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@teaandtrailsReach out if you would like to be involved! - hello@teaandtrails.com

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  • Creator
    Edwina Sutton & Gary Thwaites
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    229
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Tea & Trails Podcast
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