630 Miles - An Audio Journey31 Jan 2023

A 50th Celebration – An Introduction to the South West Coast Path Association

Listen to our inaugural episode of 630 Miles – An Audio Journey and find out more about the charity that has been championing Britain’s longest National Trail for 50 years!

Our host, Rachel, talks with Ken Carter, SWCPA Trustee; and Julian Gray, SWCPA Director; who provide an insight into the history of the South West Coast Path Association. They explore some of the main challenges and issues that the charity faces in its 50th year, plus take a look forward at what the next 50 years might hold for the National Trail and the charity. Aletha Mays, SWCPA Head of Comms discusses some of the exciting events and activities planned to celebrate the charity’s 50th trailblazing year!

Ken Carter
SWCPA Trustee; SWCPA Path Rep; Chair of the Trails Partnership.

Ken has enjoyed a 35yr career in Coast and Countryside Management. In the mid 80’s he was the Heritage Coast Officer covering Brixham to Plymouth helping to manage and ‘fill the gaps’ in the SWCP. After various roles with the South Hams Council Ken retired and started volunteering at the Association in its 40th year.

Julian Gray
Director, SWCPA; Vice-Chair, World Trails Network; Chair, National Trails UK; Member, Natural England’s Landscape Advisory Panel.

Julian is an environmental leader with over 30 years experience in sustainability, access, conservation, and protected landscapes.

Aletha Mays
Head of Comms, SWCPA.

Aletha looks after the communications for the charity and is fortunate to live just a stone's throw from the SWCP in West Cornwall. She has worked in marketing and heritage for over 20 years and enjoys combining her professional experience with her passion for coastal walking.

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