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Put Portsoy on your Santa List for a Relaxing Break this Twixmas
December 20th 2023
Twixmas, the time between Christmas and New Year, is the perfect time to recharge the batteries after the madness of… View details
Completely re-furbished centre opening in central Aberdeenshire in April 2024
December 20th 2023
The Sir Arthur Grant residential outdoor centre in central Aberdeenshire is more than halfway through a major refurbishment and development… View details
Bron-y-Gader is temporarily closed for winter until March 2024
December 19th 2023
Due to our remote and elevated location we are draining down our water supply to prevent our water pipes freezing.… View details
Get on your bike and explore the Moray Firth Coast
December 13th 2023
There is no better way to explore the rugged headlands and panoramic seascapes of the Moray Firth Coast than by… View details
Whether to weather the weather….
December 10th 2023
We've had some interesting weather recently at All Stretton Bunkhouse in Shropshire over the last week and it leaves you… View details
Spend New Year in the mountains
December 3rd 2023
Pentre Bach Bunkhouse is still free over the New Year. Why not gather a group of friends together and see… View details
Get together with family and friends
December 1st 2023
The Sail Loft Bunkhouse can accommodate up to 25 people, on an exclusive use basis, making it an ideal location… View details
Every memorable adventure begins with a great place to base yourself.
November 27th 2023
And that's where Highland Basecamp comes in. Situated in Lochaline, one of the most remote places of the Scottish Highlands… View details
Special Offers & Late Availability
Private bedrooms available this Christmas, Twixmas and early January
December 22nd 2023
Ideally located for winter walking in Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park View offer
Flexible prices for larger groups at Gilfach Wen Barn. even for New Years Eve.
December 14th 2023
Groups of more than 16 people staying at Gilfach Wen Barn pay only for the nights additional people stay. View offer
December Early Bird Offer – 10% off ALL BOOKINGS in 2024
December 13th 2023
The eco-friendly and rustic Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse is treating everyone to 10% off their ENTIRE booking for 2024 IF they… View offer
Multi-activity residential trips on the Isle of Wight
November 30th 2023
Looking for a residential school trip for 2024, watersports provider UKSA have multi-activity programmes available from £60 per person, per… View offer
Winter discounts at a magical woodland hostel
November 27th 2023
Brighten up those drab Winter weekends in January & February, gather your friends/family and book Shining Cliff Hostel. On the… View offer
Enjoy Three Nights for Two at the Sail Loft in November and December
November 24th 2023
Overlooking the stunning Links Bay in Portsoy, take a break from the festive madness and enjoy the peace and tranquillity… View offer
Winter weekend offer at fab Devon farmhouse hostel
November 22nd 2023
Ashclyst Farm hostel is making weekend escapes to the East Devon countryside last even longer this winter. You can now… View offer
Brecon Beacons Bunkhouse for £40* each
November 9th 2023
Clyngwyn Bunkhouse in the Brecon Beacons - 30% off for stays in Jan & Feb View offer
Celebrate New Years with us
November 2nd 2023
Kirkby Stephen Hostel would love to host your group over the festive period! View offer
Special Offer: 15% Discount on Full Centre Hire
November 2nd 2023
We are offering a fantastic 15% discount on full centre accommodation hire for bookings between January and March 2024. View offer
Perfect Centre for University Groups – discounted student accommodation
November 1st 2023
The Boarshurst Centre offers student discounts for University groups planning a break at our beautiful centre. View offer
Join us for Autumn Half Term at The Wain House
October 18th 2023
The bunkhouse is perfect for groups and we have nearby access to some of the most beautiful landscapes and scenery… View offer
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