Wooler Hostel, 30 Cheviot Street, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6LW

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Independent Hostel in the Cheviots Northumberland

Wooler Hostel & Shepherd's Huts are set in their own spacious grounds on the edge of the town. The hostel has newly refurbished en suite bedrooms, a huge dining and common room, drying facilities, a large self-catering kitchen & Shepherd's Hut sleeping cabins, making it great for groups & families. There is also a good value restaurant, on site car parking and secure cycle storage. The hostel sleeps up to 51 people. There are en suite rooms sleeping 2,4 and 6 people and rooms with shared bathrooms sleeping 4 and 8 people. There are four Shepherd's Huts, three sleeping 2 people and one sleeping 3 people with a double bed and single bed. All rooms and huts have heating, free WiFi & USB charging.

Wooler has inns, grocery stores and specialist shops and is an ideal base for exploring the Northumberland National Park, the Cheviot Hills (rich in archaeological sites), local castles and fine sandy beaches of the Northumbrian coastline. For walkers there is the long distance St Cuthbert's Way and many shorter walks. For cyclists there are the Wooler cycle hub routes, Pennine Cycleway, the Sandstone Way and many quiet lanes to explore. Nearby there are bridleways perfect for mountain-biking, some of the best bouldering in the UK, riding centres and even a gliding school. Bird watchers can take a boat trip to the Farne Islands and visit the Cheviot Hills. Why not speak to the warden about kayaking/canoeing in the area or book onto one of his guided walks in the area?
Wooler Hostel & Shepherd’s Huts are on the edge of the town and offer an ideal base for exploring the Northumberland National Park, the Cheviot Hills, local castles and fine sandy beaches. For walkers there’s St Cuthbert’s Way and for cyclists, Wooler cycle hub routes, Pennine Cycleway and the Sandstone Way. There are bridleways perfect for mountain biking and lots of bouldering and climbing.
Wooler Hostel & Shepherd's Huts are set in their own spacious grounds on the edge of the town. The hostel has newly refurbished en suite bedrooms, a huge dining and common room, drying facilities, a large self-catering kitchen & Shepherd's Hut sleeping cabins, making it great for groups & families. There is also a good value restaurant, on site car parking and secure cycle storage. The hostel sleeps up to 51 people. There are en suite rooms sleeping 2,4 and 6 people and rooms with shared bathrooms sleeping 4 and 8 people. There are four Shepherd's Huts, three sleeping 2 people and one sleeping 3 people with a double bed and single bed. All rooms and huts have heating, free WiFi & USB charging.

Wooler has inns, grocery stores and specialist shops and is an ideal base for exploring the Northumberland National Park, the Cheviot Hills (rich in archaeological sites), local castles and fine sandy beaches of the Northumbrian coastline. For walkers there is the long distance St Cuthbert's Way and many shorter walks. For cyclists there are the Wooler cycle hub routes, Pennine Cycleway, the Sandstone Way and many quiet lanes to explore. Nearby there are bridleways perfect for mountain-biking, some of the best bouldering in the UK, riding centres and even a gliding school. Bird watchers can take a boat trip to the Farne Islands and visit the Cheviot Hills. Why not speak to the warden about kayaking/canoeing in the area or book onto one of his guided walks in the area?

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Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    51: 4x2, 5x4, 1x6, 1x8. Shepherd’s Huts 3x2, 1x3 (family).
  • Open:

    January to December. 9am - 6pm
  • Price per night:

    From £25 adult, £20 child. Group discounts available
  • Booking:

    Booking advised. Always call the hostel in advance of arriving.
  • Directions:

    From the Market Place at the bottom of the high street go up Cheviot Street past The Anchor pub. The hostel is 300 yards up the hill on the right.
  • Public Transport :

    Market Place, 400 yards from the hostel. Arriva Northumbria/Travelsure 464, Border Village 267 from Berwick. Travelsure 470/3 from Alnwick.
  • Walks :

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks Ravenber Way Trans Euro Trail St Cuthbert's Way Sand Stone Way
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This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available Easter 2026 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2026 Available August Bank Holiday 2026

Facilities

aMixed dormitories
bSingle sex dormitories
cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
rAccessibility features
dBedding provided
gFully heated
mMeals available (with notice)
nBreakfast available (with notice)
oMeals available locally
kSelf catering facilities
'Bike/equipment store (lockable)
iDrying room
jShowers
lShop
pClothes washing facilities
[WiFi
tWithin 1 mile of NCN
ZDogs by arrangement
9Best Price Guarantee

r Accessibility Info

The entire hostel is at ground level, making it very accessible for those with mobility issues. There is a disabled parking space directly outside the front door. There are disabled cubicles in the male and female toilets that are large enough for wheelchairs - with space for a carer if needed. Both are equipped with grab rails. ..Click for photos and more

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Flexible school residentials in an historic WWII Land Army hostel

September 4th 2025

Run by a qualified teacher, Wooler Hostel offers support with activity planning, subject assistance, and risk assessments. Set in a historic WWII Women’s Land Army building, it features informative displays—ideal for curriculum-linked learning. An on-site allotment provides hands-on group activities, and ecology tuition is available. The hostel offers flexible sleeping arrangements and catering options, from self-catering to fully catered. Discounts available for schools.

Wooler Hostel – A Unique Educational Stay

🛏️ Flexible Accommodation
Wooler Hostel offers small, flexible dorm rooms—ideal for school and youth group stays.
Catering options are fully adaptable, ranging from self-catering to fully catered packages to suit your group’s needs.

👩‍🏫 Educational Support
The hostel is run by a qualified teacher who can assist with:

  • Activity planning

  • Subject support

  • Risk assessments

We also have an educational adviser who delivers engaging sessions on wildlife, ecology, and the natural world.

🏛️ Historic Setting
Housed in a former WWII Women’s Land Army building, the hostel showcases the WLA’s rich history through displays and information—perfect for curriculum-linked learning.

🌱 Allotment & Outdoor Learning
A dedicated allotment area allows school groups to take part in hands-on activities and outdoor learning experiences.

💸 Affordable Packages
We welcome enquiries from schools, educational groups, and youth organisations.
Discounted packages are available to make your visit as accessible as possible.


📞 Get in touch today to discuss your visit!

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Why make a detour to Wooler from the Ravenber Way?

November 20th 2023

The Ravenber Way Guidebook provides an alternative route to Wooler close to the last leg of the journey. This leaves the main route before Auchop Cairn and travels via The Cheviot, Broadstruthers, and across Wooler Common. Wooler Youth Hostel is great for walkers with en suite bedrooms, a chatty common room, drying facilities, self-catering kitchen and pubs and cafes nearby.  From Wooler head to Westnewton Bridge to pick up the next section of the route.

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