Tired of inflated hotel prices during the school holidays? While UK families face increasing costst this summer, IndependentHostels.co.uk offers a refreshing alternative: affordable, family-friendly hostels that don’t raise their prices in August — and still have availability in top coastal and countryside destinations. With ensuite family rooms, self-catering kitchens, and beautiful locations across the UK, hostels are a smart choice for parents looking for great value without compromise.Read more
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Top recommendations for North Yorkshire Holidays
July 3rd 2025
North Yorkshire offers a diverse range of attractions, from stunning coastal towns and picturesque villages to historic sites and natural… View details
Royal Visit Alert
July 3rd 2025
Today, King Charles III paid a visit to Campbeltown Backpackers, a community-owned hostel in the Independent Hostels UK network. His… View details
Take a Dip While at the Ludlow Mascall Centre
July 3rd 2025
Ludlow locals have enjoyed swimming in the River Teme for many years, and in 2024, a stretch of the river… View details
Hathersage Heritage Heated Open Air Swimming Pool on the Doorstep!!!
July 2nd 2025
Love wild swimming or relaxing in a lido? 🏊♀️☀️ Stay at Base Camp Hathersage and you’re just a 9-minute stroll… View details
Wild Swimming your thing?
July 1st 2025
The reservoir at Cardingmill Valley is close to All Stretton Bunkhouse. Want to go wild swimming in a lovely setting… View details
Wild Swimming in Hebden Water
July 1st 2025
Blakedean Hostel is just a few minutes walk from the National Trusts Hardcastle Crags with self guided walks, orienteering, cream… View details
Wild Swim in the Yorkshire Dales
July 1st 2025
Chapel Gallery Bunkhouse is perfectly placed to have a swim-holiday......with waterfalls, rivers and a natural lake all within a 10… View details
🌊 Not just one, but a whole choice of amazing wild swimming spots — all within easy reach! 🌄
July 1st 2025
Book your stay at Great Langdale Bunkhouse in the beautiful Lake District and dive into some of the best wild… View details
Love open air swimming? Then you’ll love Ingelton Hostel
July 1st 2025
This gem of a hostel in the Yorkshire Dales, nestling among the Three Peaks, boasts a clear, cool refreshing open… View details
Special Offers & Late Availability
Aug 1st-3rd – rare availability
July 4th 2025
A Cancellation means we now have this weekend available. Add on the Thursday night too for half price. Sleeps 28.… View offer
One night stays available over the summer holidays
July 3rd 2025
We are now offering one night stays in our Waterslacks Camping Barn over the summer break. View offer
Special Offer near Richmond North Yorkshire
July 2nd 2025
Enjoy a 2 night stay for the price of 1 night at St Michael's Lodge Hudswell. This converted Church oozes… View offer
🚨 Midweek Special Offer! 🚨
July 1st 2025
Escape to the Highlands with our limited-time midweek deal at The Railway Rooms! Stay in luxury group accommodation for up… View offer
A Wild Swimming Gem On Your Doorstep, You’ll Love It – Discounts for Longer Stays.
June 30th 2025
Cardigan Bay stands out as a haven for wild swimmers, offering a truly immersive experience amidst nature's splendour. With its… View offer
Summer Bank Holiday Availability
June 28th 2025
Looking for big skies, beautiful countryside, and stunning coastline, then we are the perfect base for exploring the beautiful North… View offer
The Garden House – Summer 2025 Holiday Offers
June 21st 2025
Looking for the perfect summer escape with friends or family? The Garden House in Stamford is ideal for large group… View offer
Special Offer: Savings for Independent Hostels website users (thats you)
June 16th 2025
Use code IHG25 when staying at the Wild Valley Bunkhouse to get money off. For example save £30 on a… View offer
SUMMER DATES
June 13th 2025
Looking for a last-minute escape, a peaceful group retreat, or a place where memories are made and screens are swapped… View offer
Cornwall in August?
June 11th 2025
We still have some availability in August at YHA Boswinger? If you’ve seen the Salt Path movie and want to… View offer
A peaceful space to fill in Princetown this August with discounts for stays of two or more nights.
June 11th 2025
Bachelors Hall has summer availability for groups or families looking for a peaceful and comfy space to stay. Good location… View offer
Summer in Snowdonia
June 10th 2025
Pentre Bach Bunkhouse has plenty of summer availability during the week and weekends. We welcome solo travellers, small groups on… View offer
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