In this episode of Seeking Numina: Sacred Places Podcast, Elyse Welles welcomes Welsh folk witch, author, and first-language Welsh speaker Mhara Starling to discuss Welsh mythology, fairy lore, spirits of place, and the living magical traditions of Wales.
Born and raised in North Wales, Mhara shares deeply personal stories of growing up among ancient standing stones, sacred coastal landscapes, and places that seemed to call to her long before she understood their archaeological or spiritual significance.
Together, Elyse and Mhara explore how the land itself teaches us to listen, remember, and build relationships with the unseen world.
Mhara also discusses her experiences leading spiritual tours across Wales, sharing how ancient monuments, coastal cliffs, forests, and mountains continue to hold memory, magic, and relationship for those willing to listen.
Whether you're drawn to Celtic spirituality, Welsh mythology, fairy lore, or sacred geography, this conversation offers a beautiful invitation to deepen your connection with place and the living landscape.
📚 Learn more about Mhara Starling's books found wherever books are sold:
Welsh Fairies
Welsh Witchcraft
Pantheon: The Welsh
🎬This episode was edited by Bree Saga:
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