With its own crags, streams, lake and 600-acres of mature ancient woodland, Shining Cliff Hostel is a hidden gem that has nature right on its doorstep. It is perfect for groups seeking a space away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and the opportunity to reconnect with the natural environment.

The entrance porch, with space for hanging coats and boots, leads into the open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area. The well-equipped kitchen has an induction hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, and water boiler. The dining area comfortably seats 20 people whilst the lounge provides seating and space to relax. 5 bedrooms sleep up to 20 people in bunk beds. All bedding is provided. Three bathrooms each have a shower cubicle and composting toilet.

There is a stunning hostel Meeting Circle area with circular gritstone seating and a barbecue, that nestles against Shining Cliff crags where you can gather together.

It is a ten minute walk, down a woodland footpath, from the hostel parking area. Footpaths lead through the woods to the A6 at Ambergate (20 mins' walk) which has a food shop, pubs, buses and trains to Derby.

There is a separate original 1940s wooden hut, called the Beech Hut, available for day hire. This is a great base for exploring the woodland for the day, with access to drinking water, a composting toilet, and a stunning outdoor Meeting Circle area with larch bench seating, a table created by our wonderful volunteers, a mud kitchen for kids to play with and a barbecue.

Sole use bookings only at the weekend. Individual room bookings are welcome mid-week with shared use of the communal facilities. .

Shining Cliff Hostel is an accredited 'Learning Outside the Classroom' quality badge holder, demonstrating that we have robust policies, procedures and risk assessments in place and provide quality outdoor learning experiences, making us ideal for residential groups looking for a base away from everyday distractions, in a phenomenal woodland setting.