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Summer holidays in the Scottish Highlands – Welcome to Helmsdale Lodge Hostel

July 14th 2026July 15th 2026 Helmsdale Lodge Hostel

Helmsdale Lodge Hostel awaits new and returning guests exploring this magnificent coastline. The lodge is situated halfway between Inverness and John o’ Groats making all the main attractions on the Far North of East Sutherland and Caithness within easy driving distance. The lodge offers family friendly accommodation and all rooms are ensuite. There is a self-catering kitchen along with a large dining and comfortable lounge area for guests to relax after a day’s adventure. The option to eat in or eat out is available as Helmsdale has a variety of restaurants and cafes to choose from, all within a few minutes walk – book direct on this site or call Marie 07971922356

Five rooms are fully accessible with specially designed facilities for wheelchair users.

July 14th 2026 Margam Discovery Centre

The modern centre sleeps up to 142 guests in 33 flexible en suite rooms, with adaptable layouts ranging from single to four-bed accommodation. Five rooms are fully accessible with specially designed facilities for wheelchair users.

exterior view of FSC Margam Discovery Centre wih lake

FSC Blencathra, 300m up the Lakeland fells, has accessible accommodation.

July 13th 2026 Blencathra Field Centre

The FSC Blencathra Centre, located 300m up the Lakeland fells, provides accessible accommodation. There is disabled access directly from the car park to the main house, which features two ground-floor bedrooms complete with en-suite wet rooms and accessible toilets.

Our residential programmes create the space for young people to discover what they’re capable of.

July 11th 2026June 11th 2026 Skern Adventure Abbotsham

At Skern, adventure is how learning comes to life. Through shared challenges and real experiences, children and young people build confidence, develop practical skills, and discover what they’re capable of. Living and learning together encourages teamwork, communication and problem solving in a way the classroom can’t replicate. It’s hands-on, fully present, and rooted in the outdoors where learning feels real and stays with them.

children surfing during a school residential at skern adventure

Peak District one night stays

July 10th 2026 Butterton Camping Barns

Waterslacks camping barn now offering one night stays during the summer holidays.

Coast and mountains, same trip

July 9th 2026July 11th 2026 Ty Cwch Boathouse

Ceredigion sits between the sea and the Cambrian Mountains — and from Ty Cwch you can have both in the same day.
Walk the cliff path south to Llangrannog in the morning. Drive east to the Cambrian Mountains in the afternoon. The Ceredigion cycle path runs inland through some of the quietest hill country in Wales.
Ty Cwch is our base on the coast — an architect-designed boathouse sleeping 12 at Cwmtydu, on the Welsh Coast Path. It’s a good place to plan from.

Looking for accommodation for the Cowal Highland Gathering?

July 7th 2026 Ardentinny Outdoor Centre

Planning a trip to one of the world’s largest Highland Gatherings? Stay at Ardentinny Outdoor Centre and enjoy comfortable, affordable accommodation just 20 minutes from Dunoon, giving you the perfect base for an unforgettable weekend at the Cowal Highland Gathering.
Whether you’re travelling with family, friends, a walking group or a pipe band, Ardentinny Outdoor Centre offers a range of accommodation to suit every type of visitor. Choose from private en-suite rooms, twin rooms and shared dormitories, with space for groups large and small.

Aerial view of centre on the edge of Loch Long with mountains behind

Celebrate 10 Years of Adventure in the Peak District

July 6th 2026July 6th 2026 Mount Cook Adventure Centre

Mount Cook Adventure Centre is turning 10! Join us for a free open day on Saturday 18th July, 10am-4pm. Try High Ropes, Zip Wire, Via Ferrata, Archery, Bushcraft and Low Ropes (3 activities for £15), plus free help-yourself activities, live music from a brass band, craft sessions, face painting and a guided trail run. This is an open day, no tickets required, just turn up and join in. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

A proper stop on the Wales Coast Path

July 2nd 2026July 11th 2026 Ty Cwch Boathouse

The Wales Coast Path runs 870 miles around the entire Welsh coastline. The Ceredigion section — between Cardigan and Aberystwyth — is one of its finest stretches: high cliff paths, hidden coves, abundant wildlife, and very few other people.
Ty Cwch sits right on the path at Cwmtydu, midway between Llangrannog and New Quay. It sleeps up to 12, so it works equally well for a solo night’s rest or a group gathering at the halfway point of a longer walk.

Accommodation at the Start of the England Coast Path (West Coast)

June 29th 2026June 30th 2026 Hillside Farm Bunkbarn

Hillside Farm provides comfortable self-catering bunkhouse accommodation for walkers on the England Coast Path as it follows the Solway Firth alongside the start of the Hadrian’s Wall Path. Located in the quiet village of Boustead Hill, midway between Bowness-on-Solway and Carlisle, the farm enjoys views across the Solway marshes to Scotland. The bunkhouse offers comfortable bunks with duvet hire, a kitchen, hot showers, drying facilities, and breakfast options, with evening meals available nearby. Hillside Farm is also an ideal place to start or finish the England Coast Path, as the English Coast join Scotland at the Solway Firth. The Stagecoach 93 bus between Carlisle and Bowness-on-Solway stops at Boustead Hill (ask for this request stop) providing access for walkers.

Dogs play on Solway Firth coast of the king charles ii england coast path

Shropshire – a county with history

June 28th 2026 All Stretton Bunkhouse

Got days when it’s too hot to walk the hills, you can access some interesting history down the road from All Stretton Bunkhouse

The art of doing nothing on the Isle of Coll

June 28th 2026 Coll Bunkhouse

Lots of people come to the wonderful Isle of Coll because it’s perfect for reading, wandering, beachcombing, and simply breathing.

Sarah McQuaid – Live Music Gig – Saturday 11th July

June 27th 2026 Deepdale Rooms and Camping

Sarah returns to Deepdale after her fantastic set at Deepdale Festival in 2024. Her live performances are full of warmth, wit, and intimacy, and have earned her loyal followings on both sides of the Atlantic.

Experience peace at Cwm Clyd Bunkhouse in the breathtaking Elan Valley

June 26th 2026 Cwm Clyd Bunkhouse

This spacious, purpose-built bunkhouse offers comfortable self-catering accommodation. After exploring the great outdoors, relax in the thoughtfully designed spaces or enjoy a peaceful evening in the garden, complete with outdoor seating and a cob oven. Ideal for groups of 4 to 21 people, it is off-grid and without phone signal – offering a true chance to escape the rat race, rest, unwind, and recharge.

A great base for the Black Mountains stage of Offa’s Dyke Path

June 26th 2026 Dinas Castle Inn Bunkhouse

Walk this glorious stage of the Offa’s Dyke Path along the long ridge of the Black Mountains without carrying a pack, by basing yourself for two nights at Dinas Castle Bunkhouse. The local taxi firm Hay Taxis specialises in walkers transport and will take advance bookings to drop you at Pandy, the start of the day’s walk, and collect you from Hay-on-Wye at the end of the day (07974 106656). The Dinas Castle Inn provides a warm welcome, home cooked meals meals, hot showers and a drying room with B&B, camping, glamping and bunkroom accommodation

walkers on offas dyke over the black mountains

Great-value accommodation in the Yorkshire Dales.

June 26th 2026 Bishopdale Bunkhouse at Street Head

Just two miles from Aysgarth Falls, this great-value bunkhouse gets even cheaper if you stay for three nights or more. There are four bunkrooms, a spacious living area, and a campsite around the corner if your groups decides to expand.

High on the Mountain above Crickhowell: Comfort Meets the Cambrian Way

June 26th 2026 Wern Watkin Bunkhouse

Direct access to the Cambrian Way via a short footpath makes this 5-star converted barn high on Llangattock Mountain ideal for walkers. Reserved for groups at weekends but offering private bedrooms and shared self-catering kitchens and lounges midweek — it’s worth timing your stay when planning your route. Comfy beds, ensuite rooms, hot showers, cosy shared spaces, and a drying room. All in a stunning location, with a previous life as YHA Llangattock Mountain.

Family Holidays: The kind of week they’ll still talk about at university

June 25th 2026June 26th 2026 Ty Cwch Boathouse

Rock pooling, bodyboarding, seal-spotting, coasteering, foraging, firepit — Cwmtydu is the kind of place that gives children the outdoors properly, without a screen in sight.
Ty Cwch is our boathouse on the Ceredigion coast — architect-designed, Green Tourism Gold accredited, sleeping up to 12. The beach is a two-minute walk. The coast path is at the door. Rhydian at ICY UK runs guided coasteering and adventure activities for families. And the pizza at Tafell a Tan in Llangrannog is worth every step of the walk there.
The seals and the dolhins have been known to swim alongside our kayaks in the bay. That tends to settle the question of whether it was a good holiday.

Accommodation designed with cyclists in mind

June 24th 2026 Llwyn Lodgings and Campsite

An ideal stop on the Lon Las Cymru Wales Cycle Route and a perfect starting point for the Traws Eryri Bikepacking Route, Llwyn Lodges offers accommodation designed with cyclists in mind. Guests can make use of the well-equipped kitchen, and the hosts will arrange for your pre-ordered supplies to be ready on arrival. The comfortable beds are in private rooms, making them suitable for both individuals and groups of cyclists. There is a secure bike shed available exclusively for room guests, providing safe storage for bikes during your stay.

Escape to the Preseli Hills in Pembrokeshire

June 23rd 2026June 26th 2026 Refuge Bunkhouse and Cottage

Due to a cancellation all 12 beds at Refuge Bunkhouse & Cottage are available from 8th August to 15th August. Situated on a bridleway above the Gwaun Valley, step out of the door and on to the hills.

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