Sleeps 12 across three pods, each with four bunks, so it suits a group of friends or a mix of families sharing.
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Mount Cook Adventure Centre pushes into corporate conference market with new catering packages
Derbyshire, 17th August — Mount Cook Adventure Centre, the not-for-profit outdoor activity centre on the edge of the Peak District, has announced a fresh push into the corporate and conference market, with a new range of catering packages now available for meeting and conference spaces accommodating up to 90 delegates.
Offa’s Dyke Path: Splitting the Toughest Section
Clun Hostel is ideally located for breaking up the Kington–Knighton leg—widely recognized as the toughest section of Offa’s Dyke Path due to its steep switchback climbs. Once the trail descends to river level at Newcastle, Clun is just a two-minute taxi ride away and an interesting place to spend the evening. M&J Travel (01588 640273) in Clun has a minivan seating at least eight walkers with backpacks, charging £10 per taxi for trail pickups or morning drop-offs (as of Summer 2026); just be sure to confirm the taxi will be available before booking your accommodation.
Bank Holiday in Cornwall?
Are you looking for a short break in lovely Cornwall before school starts? We have a few rooms available. Come to YHA Boswinger for secluded beaches, great hiking and local festivals.
Mount Cook Adventure Centre’s Meeting and Conference Spaces for Up to 90 Delegates
We’re putting the spotlight on our meeting and conference spaces, now with new catering packages, offering space for up to 90 delegates and bringing a fresh option to businesses and organisations looking for somewhere different to think, plan and connect on the edge of the Peak District.
Is the continuous hot weather getting you down?
Late summer is calling you. Book your stay at Plas Isa Dolgellau now.
Self-Catering Now Available for Groups in our Lodge
Mount Cook is excited to announce that the Lodge is now open for self-catering stays, giving small groups their own space to relax, cook and unwind in the heart of the Peak District.
Here’s our Bank Holiday availability
Balmaha Bunkhouse has good availability on Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday nights, with limited availability on Friday and Saturday.
Set on the banks of Loch Lomond, this cosy self-catering bunkhouse provides an excellent base for exploring the West Highland Way. Sleeping up to 10 guests, it’s ideal for families, small groups and walkers.
The bunkhouse has four bedrooms, two with en-suite facilities, plus a comfortable common room with kitchen, a drying room with laundry facilities, and outdoor seating for relaxing after a day on the trail.
Twelfth Night – Open Air Shakespeare – Friday 21st August
The Pantaloons return for their 2nd visit of the Summer … “Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them!” A show for all the family, a brilliant evening of comedy theatre.
Walking Weekend in the Surrey Hills 5-6 September 2026
Costing just £70 including one night’s accommodation at the lovely Puttenham Barn on the Saturday night and homecooked meals (evening meal, continental breakfast and Sunday packed lunch), we are offering a wonderful weekend of walking led by our knowledgeable guides. The walk will start at Farnham Station on Saturday 5 September at 10 am and finish at Guildford Station on Sunday 6 September by 3 pm, wending its way along the North Downs Way and passing a host of delights in the Surrey countryside! The total length of the walk will be approximately 17 miles, split over the two days.
Groups.
We’ve got space coming up, August 9-13, 17-20, and 24-31, — short notice, so if you can move fast, we can offer 20% off for a stay of 3 nights, and more if you stay longer.
Discounted Rates for Scouts, Schools & Youth Groups
A 17th Century farmhouse converted into a Scout residential centre, accommodating groups of up to 42 in rooms with bunk beds. On the edge on the South Pennines with access to an array of outdoor activities on its doorstep. Housing a fully-fitted professional kitchen, large communal dining and lounge area, designated dry room, and indoor games room. An outdoor BBQ and games area, and parking fit for 8 cars. BYO bedding, pillow and towels.
Noticing the Beautiful Details in Life
In the rush of everyday life, it’s easy to miss the finer details that make the countryside so special. The ever-changing colours of a sunrise or sunset, a bee drifting from flower to flower, its tiny legs dusted with golden pollen, the moments when there is complete stillness, complete hush. The dawn chorus as a new day begins to a night sky filled with stars can so easily go unnoticed. Our shepherd’s hut offers a chance to slow down, take a breath, and rediscover the simple beauty that’s been there all along.
The Famous Scottish Highland Games
Helmsdale Highland Games are on the 15th August 2026. Helmsdale Games are one of the longest running games in Scotland. Over the last 45 years the Games have attracted many visitors who enjoy the traditional games, a bit like a Scottish version of the Olympic Games. Once the games had ended the festivities carry on in the village with a ceilidh dance in the street then the finale is the dance in the marque into the small hours. Helmsdale Lodge Hostel has always been an active supporter of Helmsdale’s Highland Games and will be helping out again this year. At the lodge we have limited availability for that weekend so best to book direct or call www.helmsdalelodgehostel.co.uk
A welcome sight at the end of an adventure
Plas Isa’s owners, Ian and Hanneke are seasoned travellers who aim to make a home from home for travellers and outdoor enthusiasts in North Wales. With comfy beds and great communal spaces, Plas Isa is a perfect part of the Independent Hostels Network.
Extended Family Breaks
Three generations under one roof works here because you’re not stuck in one room together. We’ve got space coming up, August 9-13, 17-20, and 24-31, — short notice, so if you can move fast, we can offer 20% off for a stay of 3 nights, and more if you stay longer.
Group Discount
We’ve had some short-notice space come up
Llangollen Hostel, in the exciting Welsh holiday town of Llangollen, is available for exclusive whole-house bookings over the 2026 August Bank Holiday weekend, 29th–30th August.
Sleeping up to 31 people and available for 2 nights, it’s a great-value way to get together with friends and family. The beautiful Dee Valley is perfect for walking, cycling, canoeing and white-water rafting. Families will love the steam railway, horse-drawn canal boats and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Llangollen has a great choice of restaurants, pubs and independent shops, while Chester, Wrexham and Offa’s Dyke Path are all nearby.
EV Charging point
There will be an EV charge point on site by the end of July.
New Bike Shed at Boswinger Hostel
The bike shed at YHA Boswinger has been rebuilt and is now ready to use. So you can now store your bike here on-site. If you fancy cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats we’re just off Route 3 of the National Cycle Network. Of it you want to explore Cornwall by bike and need a base we’re well situated in the middle of the county with lots of beautiful scenery to enjoy.
