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Hammocking & Hostelling : Bunkhouses, Hostels and Camping Barns

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Hammocking is the latest craze taking the world by storm here at IHUK. It’s as simple as it sounds- you get a hammock, find a couple of trees, tie each side up and bingo you’ve got your own little oasis of relaxation and mindfulness. Find the best hammocking spots here with the Hammocking and Hostelling guide page!

The best thing to me about hammocking is that it can be done almost anywhere. From nestled cosily in woodland to the somewhat fear-inspiring suspension over moving water to the extremes of hanging hundreds of metres over a ravine, anything goes. Hammocks are stackable too so you can bunk up just as you would in a hostel dorm! Whatever floats your boat – or should we say, hangs your hammock – the more imaginative the better. My favourite spots are several self-discovered places along the River Derwent, what better place to take five and chill out in the cool riverbank shade?

Hostels are fast catching on to the opportunity to provide their hammock-spaced wooded grounds for overnight stays. With the right equipment, spending the night in a hammock is easy, and surprisingly comfortable. It may even send you to sleep with the gentle rocking sensations.

And if you like being close to nature you can’t get much closer than in a hammock! Under the stars taking in the fresh air is a delight (providing it doesn’t rain of course…) but with just a little prep and a trusty tarp, hammocking can be enjoyed throughout the year. Nothing resets your circadian rhythm better than an evening outdoors.

 

Hammocking solo or with friends

A hammock trip can be enjoyed with friends or as a solo swinger, the choice is yours. I like to hammock at hostels as you get all the benefits of a hostel while still being able to get up in a tree! Breakfast after waking to the sunrise and then a stroll through the woods into town? Yes please. I’ve met a few fellow hammockers at hostels in my travels and they’ve been friendly and even shared some tips.

My biggest tip for hammockers is to take your time picking the best spot, once you’ve set up there’s all the time in the world to relax. But make sure you’re nice and comfy first and foremost. I hope that I’ve convinced you to give it a go, good luck and happy hammocking!


Hammocking

  • The Long Barn

    Penrhiw, Capel Dewi, Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA44 4PG
    hammocking

    There are trees perfect for your hammocks at The Long Barn.

    For the free spirits in your family, there's the chance to spend a night or two in their hammocks when you stay at The Long Barn in beautiful rural South Wales. The sure way to add an extra dimension and more adventure to a weekend break or family holiday.
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  • Haggs Bank Bunkhouse and Camping

    Haggs Bank Bunkhouse, Nentsbury, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3LH
    hammocking wood at Haggs Bank

    Hammocking in England’s last wilderness

    This ideal hammocking wood is part of Haggs Bank campsite which has its own supply of treated spring water, excellent facilities and secure bike storage. And if the weather gets too hard you can opt for a bed in the bunkhouse, a modern conversion of an historic mine building.
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  • Yarde Orchard

    East Yarde, Peters Marland, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8QA
    Yarde Orchard Bunkhouse with a basket of apples

    Hammocking on the Tarka Trail in North Devon

    The grounds around Yarde Orchard provide ideal hammocking opportunities with tree just the right distance apart and excellent cafe food on hand.
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  • Clyngwyn Bunkhouse

    Clyngwyn Farm, Ystradfellte Rd, Pontneddfechan, Powys, SA11 5US
    Teehouse-Hammock at Clyngwyn Bunkhouse
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    Hammocking in South Wales

    In the grounds of Clyngwyn Bunkhouse there are excellent places to hang a hammock.
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  • Shining Cliff Hostel

    Jackass Lane, Alderwasley, Derbyshire. DE56 2RE
    Woodland adventure

    We are a hammocking hotspot!

    Tucked away in the middle of ancient woodland, more than half a mile from the nearest road, Shining Cliff Hostel is perfect for spending a night under the stars in a hammock. There is nothing more magical that lying under a leafy canopy, backlit by moonlight and the twinkling of thousands of stars. Add to this the surround sound of the nocturnal woodland creatures and you will have an experience you will never forget.
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  • Carrs Farm Bunkhouse

    Wolsingham, County Durham, DL13 3BQ
    bush craft at carrs farm bunkhouse
    wGroups Only

    Hammocking with views over Weardale, Co Durham

    Carrs Farm has 2 .6 acres of woodland with benches to sit up to 32 people and two fire pit areas, the woodland is ideal for hammocks and camping. There is a compost toilet at one end of the woodland built inside a little log hut .
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  • Pindale Farm Outdoor Centre

    Pindale Road, Hope, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S33 6RN
    hammocking in the peak district

    Hammocking in the Peak District

    Pindale Farm has an idea area for hammock camping. Its been used for years and once there were twelve scouts all hammocking at the same time.
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  • Plasnewydd Bunkhouse

    Gorn Rd, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6LA
    Plasnewydd Bunkhouse Llanidloe low res

    Hammocking on the Glyndwrs Way in Mid Wales

    Plasnewydd has an area for hammocks, in a wooded area above the Bunkhouse. Come and relax with some Mocking in Mid Wales.
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