Bridges Hostel
Bridges Hostel, Ratlinghope, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 0SP
Call Bridges Hostel on 01588 650656 or 01694 722350 (up to 8pm)
Independent Hostel in the Shropshire Hills
It is an ideal spot for ramblers with the Shropshire Way passing close by and a great network of uncrowded paths to explore. Ideally situated for the End to End cycle route and plenty of mountain biking opportunities.
The nearby small towns of Church Stretton, Ludlow, Much Wenlock, Bishops Castle and sleepy Montgomery are all worth a visit. There's also the Acton Scott working farm museum and Snailbeach former lead mines close by.
The hostel has a good kitchen, lounge with wood fire, books and games, a drying room, a food shop and a large garden. There are two en-suite rooms of 4 beds, two 6 bed rooms, and one room with 8 beds with discounts for families. One of these has some facilities for the disabled which the hostel will tell you more about if you phone.
There is an e-bike charging point outside the hostel, as well as a secure bike shed for storage. Unfortunately, charging e-bikes inside the building or within the bike shed is not permitted due to the associated fire risk.
Breakfasts are available for groups if pre-booked. Camping is available and there is a pub nearby.
The hostel has a self-catering kitchen, lounge with wood fire, drying room, shop & large garden. Camping available.
It is an ideal spot for ramblers with the Shropshire Way passing close by and a great network of uncrowded paths to explore. Ideally situated for the End to End cycle route and plenty of mountain biking opportunities.
The nearby small towns of Church Stretton, Ludlow, Much Wenlock, Bishops Castle and sleepy Montgomery are all worth a visit. There's also the Acton Scott working farm museum and Snailbeach former lead mines close by.
The hostel has a good kitchen, lounge with wood fire, books and games, a drying room, a food shop and a large garden. There are two en-suite rooms of 4 beds, two 6 bed rooms, and one room with 8 beds with discounts for families. One of these has some facilities for the disabled which the hostel will tell you more about if you phone.
There is an e-bike charging point outside the hostel, as well as a secure bike shed for storage. Unfortunately, charging e-bikes inside the building or within the bike shed is not permitted due to the associated fire risk.
Breakfasts are available for groups if pre-booked. Camping is available and there is a pub nearby.
This accommodation is featured on our map of Central England and Shropshire and here is its own website.
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Beds & Rooms:
28: 2x4 en suite, 2x6, 1x8 plus campingOpen:
All year. Reception:8-10am & 5-10pm. Hostel closes at 11pm.Price per night:
4-bed ensuite: £125, £105 2+ nights. 6-bed: £150, £130 2+ nights. 8-bed: £190, £150 2+ nights. Sole use from £440.Booking:
Book online, by email or phone. Cheques must be made payable to Bridges Youth Hostel.Directions:
From Church Stretton, take The Burway road uphill. Take right fork at top of Long Mynd (this route is not advisable in bad winter weather). From Shrewsbury take road via Longden and Pulverbatch, then left by Bridges Pub.Public Transport :
Trains at Church Stretton (5 miles) with a shuttle bus to Bridges at weekends from April to September.Walks :
Long Distance Walks LEJOG Land's End to John O'Groats by bike Shropshire Way
En suite rooms University Groups National Landscape Close to a Pub Individuals welcome Youth Hostels Camping Hostels with log burners and open fires Accessible to disabled people Accommodation for Cyclists Breakfast Mid Wales & Welsh Borders
This accommodation is available at the following peak times
Available August Bank Holiday 2026 Available New Year 2026 / 2027 Available February Half Term 2027 Available Easter 2027 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2027 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2026Facilities
r Accessibility Info
Access: there is ramped access into the main entrance, the door has a slight sill and can allow a wheelchair to comfortably manoeuvre through. Bedroom: There is a ground floor accessible bedroom with ramped access and accommodations to make the room more user friendly Toilet: This is ensuite to the previously mentioned room and has low shower controls and grab bars for the toilet and shower ..Click for photos and more
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News & Offers from Bridges Hostel
Cyclists and E-Bikes Welcome
June 2nd 2026
Bridges Hostel welcomes cyclists and e-bike riders. Situated at the foot of the Long Mynd in Shropshire, the hostel is an ideal base for exploring the area’s quiet lanes and scenic routes. Guests have access to an e-bike charging point located outside the hostel, along with a large, secure bike shed for storing bicycles. For fire safety reasons, e-bikes and batteries must not be charged inside the hostel or within the bike shed.

This former school started taking in overnight guests in 1931
August 18th 2022
In fact, Bridges Long Mynd Youth Hostel can claim to be the second longest serving hostel in England. The longest being YHA Street (Somerset). In the 50’s it was known as the Hugh Gibbins Memorial Hostel. In 1991 it moved into private hands and became one of the earliest YHA Enterprise Hostels. In 2009 we welcomed Bridges into our Independent Hostel network. In 2026, Bridges Hostel left the YHA affiliation and is now totally independent.

Latest Blog about Bridges Hostel
YHA Bridges
June 10th 2026
When Mick of Boulton Buses was looking for an investment opportunity, his interest was captured by YHA Bridges. Here was a property which would make a contribution to society. Now, after 95 years of service, including 40 years under Mick’s ownership, the hostel leaves the YHA network, but remains open and welcoming to all.
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