Tanners Hatch Hostel
A group of enthusiastic volunteers is working hard to reopen Tanners Hatch Hostel.
Tanners Hatch Hostel, off Ranmore Common Rd, Dorking RH5 6BE
Iconic Youth Hostel in the Process of Being Saved by Volunteers
Tanners Hatch is an iconic hostel nestled deep in ancient woodland in the beautiful Surrey Hills, a mile from the nearest road. A truly special place, it has been a much-loved haven for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts for generations.
Now, a dedicated group of enthusiastic volunteers is working hard to bring Tanners Hatch back to life. Terms have been agreed with the National Trust and, subject to contract, the hostel is planning to reopen in Spring 2027.
When it reopens, Tanners Hatch will once again offer a warm welcome to walkers, cyclists, solo travellers, families and groups—in fact, anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to experience this very special place.
For almost 80 years, Tanners Hatch welcomed hostellers through the YHA, until its closure in 2025. Now, thanks to the passion, commitment and hard work of a new generation of volunteers, this much-loved hostel is preparing to begin an exciting new chapter.
Now, a dedicated group of enthusiastic volunteers is working hard to bring Tanners Hatch back to life. Terms have been agreed with the National Trust and, subject to contract, the hostel is planning to reopen in Spring 2027.
When it reopens, Tanners Hatch will once again offer a warm welcome to walkers, cyclists, solo travellers, families and groups—in fact, anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to experience this very special place.
For almost 80 years, Tanners Hatch welcomed hostellers through the YHA, until its closure in 2025. Now, thanks to the passion, commitment and hard work of a new generation of volunteers, this much-loved hostel is preparing to begin an exciting new chapter.
Tanners Hatch is an iconic hostel in the beautiful Surrey Hills, a mile from the road and deep in ancient woodland. It offers a warm welcome to walkers, cyclists, solo travellers, families, and groups—anyone who wants to enjoy this very special place. Tanners was welcoming hostellers through the YHA for almost 80 years until 2025, but now it is reopening, thanks to a group of dedicated volunteers. At the time of writing this guide there was still work to be done before it could once again open its doors to guests, but it will be ready by Spring 2027.
Tanners Hatch is an iconic hostel nestled deep in ancient woodland in the beautiful Surrey Hills, a mile from the nearest road. A truly special place, it has been a much-loved haven for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts for generations.
Now, a dedicated group of enthusiastic volunteers is working hard to bring Tanners Hatch back to life. Terms have been agreed with the National Trust and, subject to contract, the hostel is planning to reopen in Spring 2027.
When it reopens, Tanners Hatch will once again offer a warm welcome to walkers, cyclists, solo travellers, families and groups—in fact, anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to experience this very special place.
For almost 80 years, Tanners Hatch welcomed hostellers through the YHA, until its closure in 2025. Now, thanks to the passion, commitment and hard work of a new generation of volunteers, this much-loved hostel is preparing to begin an exciting new chapter.
Now, a dedicated group of enthusiastic volunteers is working hard to bring Tanners Hatch back to life. Terms have been agreed with the National Trust and, subject to contract, the hostel is planning to reopen in Spring 2027.
When it reopens, Tanners Hatch will once again offer a warm welcome to walkers, cyclists, solo travellers, families and groups—in fact, anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to experience this very special place.
For almost 80 years, Tanners Hatch welcomed hostellers through the YHA, until its closure in 2025. Now, thanks to the passion, commitment and hard work of a new generation of volunteers, this much-loved hostel is preparing to begin an exciting new chapter.
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26: 1x7, 1x6, 1x3 plus campingOpen:
Open All Year (Planned re-opening by Spring 2027)Price per night:
Suggested prices from £25 (dorm bed); private rooms from £75Booking:
Online booking will be availableDirections:
The nearest car access is via the Denbies Hillside National Trust car park. From there, the hostel is a three-quarter-mile walk along an uneven, unlit woodland track.Public Transport :
The nearest rail station is Box Hill & Westhumble, 2 miles away. The hostel is a 45-minute walk from here. The first 1.3 miles are via tarmac road followed by unsurfaced paths and a track, over fields and through woods. Dorking (Main) rail station is 5 miles away and has taxis available outside.Walks :
Surrey Hills Loop North Downs Way Pilgrims Way Lakeland Way Cathedral Cycle Route Trans Euro Trail
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Available October Half Term 2026 Available Easter 2027 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2027 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2026 Available August Bank Holiday 2027Facilities
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The Future of Tanners Hatch Hostel Is Secure
November 8th 2024
The Friends of Tanners Hatch CIC, has signed a lease with the National Trust, securing the future of this much-loved hostel. Tanners Hatch will reopen in 2027 as an independent, entirely volunteer-run hostel, ready to welcome a new generation of visitors and volunteers.
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