Roaches Bunkhouse
Roaches Bunkhouse, Upper Hulme Mill, Roach Road, Upper Hulme, Nr Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8TY
Call Emma Baines on 01538 300308
Peak District Bunkhouse/hostel in the Roaches
You have a choice of two separate self-contained lodges: Stanley's Rest sleeps 9 in 2 bedrooms and Peak Lodge sleeps 25 in 5 bedrooms. For larger groups, stag and hen parties or other celebrations, the two lodges can be interconnected for exclusive use bookings of up to 35 guests. Both lodges have well equipped kitchens, dining tables large enough for all guests, comfortable lounge areas, TVs, underfloor heating and WiFi. Outside there are patio areas with picnic tables and private parking. Bed linen is included. BYO towels.
Roaches Bunkhouse is an ideal base for groups of climbers, walkers and cyclists as well as for friends & family get-togethers, retreats and celebrations. There are glorious walks, world class climbing, and fantastic cycling from the doorstep in all directions. Plus, with local pubs and amenities just a stone's throw away, you’ll find everything you need for a memorable stay.
Roaches Bunkhouse is in the village of Upper Hulme in the Peak District National Park, 150 meters from Ye Old Rock Inn pub, which provides excellent food and draught ales. The Roaches Tea Room is 1/2 a mile away and The Three Horse Shoes, The Lazy Trout and The Winking Man are all within 2 miles. Leek, 3 miles away, a bustling market town, is the closest place for shopping. While the thrilling Alton Towers is within a 30 minute drive.
You have a choice of two separate self-contained lodges: Stanley's Rest sleeps 9 in 2 bedrooms and Peak Lodge sleeps 25 in 5 bedrooms. For larger groups, stag and hen parties or other celebrations, the two lodges can be interconnected for exclusive use bookings of up to 35 guests. Both lodges have well equipped kitchens, dining tables large enough for all guests, comfortable lounge areas, TVs, underfloor heating and WiFi. Outside there are patio areas with picnic tables and private parking. Bed linen is included. BYO towels.
Roaches Bunkhouse is an ideal base for groups of climbers, walkers and cyclists as well as for friends & family get-togethers, retreats and celebrations. There are glorious walks, world class climbing, and fantastic cycling from the doorstep in all directions. Plus, with local pubs and amenities just a stone's throw away, you’ll find everything you need for a memorable stay.
Roaches Bunkhouse is in the village of Upper Hulme in the Peak District National Park, 150 meters from Ye Old Rock Inn pub, which provides excellent food and draught ales. The Roaches Tea Room is 1/2 a mile away and The Three Horse Shoes, The Lazy Trout and The Winking Man are all within 2 miles. Leek, 3 miles away, a bustling market town, is the closest place for shopping. While the thrilling Alton Towers is within a 30 minute drive.
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Beds & Rooms:
34: Peak Lodge 25: 5x5. Stanley's Rest: 9: 1x5, 1x4.Open:
Planned re-opening: Peak Lodge in April 2025. Stanley's Rest in July 2025Price per night:
Stanley's Rest from £315. Peak Lodge from £875. Min stay 2 nights. 3 nights bank holidays.Booking:
Book by phone, email or online.Directions:
The Bunkhouse is 4 minutes' walk off the A53 between Leek and Buxton, in the village of Upper Hulme. Look for Roach Road and Upper Hulme Mill.Public Transport :
Bus 16 between Leek and Buxton stops 4 minutes' walk away from the bunkhouse. Ask for Upper Hulme stop.Walks :
Long Distance Walks LEJOG Land's End to John O'Groats by bike Trans Euro Trail
Close to a Pub Bunkhouses Accessible to disabled people Duke of Edinburgh's Award Retreats Stag and Hens IHUK Community New to the Independent Hostels Network
This accommodation is available at the following peak times
Available Easter 2025 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2025 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 / 2026 Available February Half Term 2026Facilities
r Accessibility Info
The extensive 2024 refurbishments at The Roaches Bunkhouse have included some accessible features. The larger of the two lodges at the bunkhouse, Peak Lodge, has a downstairs bedroom (sleeping 5), there's a ground floor accessible bathroom and an accessible entrance. Pleased note Peak Lodge sleeps 25 and is only available to groups. ..Click for photos and more
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The Roaches Bunkhouse has been transformed by major refurbishment
March 3rd 2025
If you know this popular climbers’ bunkhouse on the Staffordshire edge of the Peak District of old, you’ll be truly amazed by it’s refurbishment. It is now divided into 2 self-contained lodges. One sleeps 25 and the other 9. These can be booked separately or together. The rooms have been imaginatively organised with a mix of custom built pod-bunks and singles. There’s underfloor heating, private parking and much more to recommend a stay. The larger lodge opens in April, the smaller one in July. Sure to be popular, book early to avoid missing out.

Accessible features incorporated into the refurbished Roaches Bunkhouse
February 3rd 2025
The extensive 2024 refurbishments at The Roaches Bunkhouse have included some accessible features. The larger of the two lodges at the bunkhouse, Peak Lodge, has a downstairs bedroom (sleeping 5), there’s a ground floor accessible bathroom and an accessible entrance. Pleased note Peak Lodge sleeps 25 and is only available to groups.


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