Kirkby Stephen Hostel
Kirkby Stephen Hostel, Market Street, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4QQ
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Self catering former youth hostel in Kirkby Stephen
Kirkby Stephen is a pleasant market town in the upper Eden valley, situated 15 miles from Kendal, 15 miles from Hawes. It is on Wainwright's Coast to Coast path and the W2W (Walney to Wear) cycle path. It also enjoys easy access to the Lady Ann Clifford Walk, the Pennine Journey, the Howgill Hills, the Dales National Park and the Lake District. Paragliding is also available.
The hostel makes an ideal base for geography field trips in the surrounding area. In fact the hostel is a great place for groups of all kinds and the building is perfect for parties. Book the whole hostel for a celebration or a gathering of friends & family.
Standing prominently on the main street of Kirkby Stephen there is a range of restaurants, cafés, pubs, take-aways (including fish and chips) and food shops on the doorstep.
Kirkby Stephen is a market town in the upper Eden Valley. On Wainwright’s Coast to Coast path with easy access to the Pennine Journey, the W2W cycle route, the Howgill Hills, the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.
Kirkby Stephen is a pleasant market town in the upper Eden valley, situated 15 miles from Kendal, 15 miles from Hawes. It is on Wainwright's Coast to Coast path and the W2W (Walney to Wear) cycle path. It also enjoys easy access to the Lady Ann Clifford Walk, the Pennine Journey, the Howgill Hills, the Dales National Park and the Lake District. Paragliding is also available.
The hostel makes an ideal base for geography field trips in the surrounding area. In fact the hostel is a great place for groups of all kinds and the building is perfect for parties. Book the whole hostel for a celebration or a gathering of friends & family.
Standing prominently on the main street of Kirkby Stephen there is a range of restaurants, cafés, pubs, take-aways (including fish and chips) and food shops on the doorstep.
This accommodation is featured on our map of Yorkshire and Lancashire and here is its own website.
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Beds & Rooms:
38: 1x8, 3x6, 2x4, 1x2, 1x3.Open:
All year.Price per night:
£30 per personBooking:
Book by phone or email. Booking advised but not essential.Directions:
In the centre of town on main road. From M6 leave at junction 38 and follow signs towards Appleby.Public Transport :
One mile from Kirkby Stephen train station on the Leeds-Carlisle line. Regular buses from Penrith, Kendal and Appleby stop outside hostel.Walks :
Long Distance Walks Wainwright's Coast to Coast Walk Mountain Bike Coast to Coast Pennine Journey The Pennine Bridleway Dales Highway Walney to Wear Trans Euro Trail Great North Trail Settle to Carlisle
Yorkshire Dales National Park Close to a Pub Dog Friendly Individuals welcome Youth Hostels Urban Hostels School Groups En suite rooms Duke of Edinburgh's Award Accommodation for Cyclists Stag and Hens Walking Festivals IHUK Community Biker Friendly
This accommodation is available at the following peak times
Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2025 Available August Bank Holiday 2025 Available October Half Term 2025 Available for Christmas 2025 Available New Year 2025 / 2026Facilities
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Explore Kirkby Stephen – A Walker’s Paradise! 🥾🌿
May 23rd 2025
Kirkby Stephen is a dream for walkers, with something for everyone: from riverside strolls 🌊 to thrilling fell-top hikes ⛰️.
The town even has official “Walkers Are Welcome” status!
🌟 Highlights include:
• Franks Bridge & Riverside Walks: Perfect for a picnic by the River Eden 🧺
• Northern Viaduct Round: Accessible trails with stunning viaduct views 🌉
• Smardale Gill Nature Reserve: A spectacular viaduct and historic lime kilns 🌾
• Nine Standards Rigg: Climb to see the mysterious ancient cairns 🤔🪨
• Poetry Path: Discover hand-carved poems along a 2-mile scenic route ✍️
For maps, info, and inspiration, visit the Upper Eden Visitor Centre or check out www.walkeden.org. Let’s get exploring! 🙌🏽
#WalkKirkbyStephen #WalkersAreWelcome #HikingAdventures #ExploreEden #LoveTheOutdoors #Walk #Explore #WinterWalks #Cumbria #Eden #ThingsToDo

On the edge of the Lake District & Yorkshire Dales, what more do you need!
May 16th 2025
We are Kirkby Stephen Hostel. A very quirky converted church a stepping stone to the Lakes and Yorkshire Dales!
Whether your looking for an action packed stay or just time to relax and take in the amazing scenery, we have it all here. Check out our Facebook or Instagram pages, they’re full of places to visit. If you don’t have a car, no problem we have Kirkby Stephen train station. This is on the Settle – Carlisle line. We’ve got a variety of room choice’s here to suit your needs.

Latest Blog about Kirkby Stephen Hostel
Kirkby Stephen Walking Holiday
October 19th 2016
Surrounded by excellent hiking country, the small market town of Kirkby Stephen in the Upper Eden Valley made the perfect base for a five-night hill-walking break.
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