#Ep29 - WHY THE BRECON BEACONS is the PERFECT place to START ULTRA or TRAIL RUNNING W/ Edward Gwynne-Harris

🎙️ RunThrough Trails Podcast | Episode 29

In this episode of the Run Through Trails podcast, host James Tilley welcomes Edward Gwynne-Harris, trail running enthusiast and creator of the Gwynne-Harris Round in the Brecon Beacons. Edward shares his transformation from a casual runner to an ultra runner, and how his deepening appreciation for his local landscape led to the creation of a new, challenging, and inspiring route through one of Wales' most beautiful national parks.

They discuss:

Growing up in the Brecon Beacons and learning to love the outdoors later in life

Starting with triathlons and shifting focus to trail and ultra running

The motivation behind creating the Gwynne-Harris Round to spotlight the Beacons

The accessibility and scenic value of the Brecon Beacons compared to areas like Snowdonia and the Lake District

Fueling challenges and lessons learned during his ultra-distance efforts

The role of culture, community, and storytelling in trail running

Why it’s important to explore and promote lesser-known trails to ease pressure on overused routes

This episode is a deep dive into what makes the Brecon Beacons special, why community matters in trail running, and how one runner’s vision turned into a new challenge for others to explore.

📽️ Don’t miss the discussion about the Gwynne-Harris Round documentary—it beautifully captures the essence of the route and watch it here - youtu.be/aazZLqPX_0s?feature=shared