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Kirkby Stephen Hostel, at the centre point of this route, specialises in a warm welcome for walkers. From drying space and secure storage for your gear, to a comfy spot to sit and relax after a long day walking. The hostel provides everything you could possibly need. Your perfect for stopover on your epic adventure.
Just 8 miles from the Chiltern Cycleway, Jordans Hostel has a lockable bike shed and welcomes individual cyclists, small groups and families midweek. At weekends cycle clubs and groups of families can get together and book the exclusive use of this 18-bed hostel.
Kirkby Stephen Hostel is the perfect place on your great adventure.
With beds for up to 85 people starting from just £35, and an authentic home-cooked Indian buffet from £19, Haworth Youth Hostel is the perfect choice for your next group getaway. Exclusively hire this grand Victorian Gothic mansion in the heart of Brontë country—the village where the famous literary sisters once lived. Glide down the sweeping staircase, enjoy the flexibility of self-catering or opt for in-house catering. Nestled among the dramatic moors that inspired Wuthering Heights, the hostel offers breathtaking views and a warm, welcoming space for family celebrations, school trips, team retreats, or outdoor adventures. Full catering can be provided, including our popular Indian buffet.
Treks Bunkhouse is located a few minutes from the Trans Euro Trail, just above the village of Lan Ffestiniog. With stunning views over the mountains, this is the real Wales. The bunkhouses is available to groups at weekends and individuals midweek. It provides all the bedding you will need and towels on request. There’s a drying room to ensure you have warm dry kit for the next day. Self-cater or enjoy a tasty evening meal at the local community pub, Y Pengwern, in Lan Ffestiniog.
As schools look ahead to the new academic year, September and October are the perfect opportunity for rewarding residential trips. Located in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside, Mount Cook Adventure Centre offers the ideal trip for outdoor learning, team-building, and personal development.
Whether you’re looking for a weekend ride or a midweek escape, The Old School Hostel is biker-friendly, budget-friendly, and packed with character. Just minutes from epic roads and beaches with a pub just two minutes away. What more do you need? Individuals are welcome to book online, or get in touch for group rates and availability. Your Pembrokeshire ride-out starts here!
This Victorian Gothic mansion with a sweeping staircase, generous high-ceilinged rooms with ornate glass, carved oak, and decorative friezes, is the ideal location for your wedding reception. Imagine the photos set against the brooding Yorkshire Moors and this building’s opulent architecture. The welcoming staff will prepare buffet-style dining for your guests and you can all celebrate the night away knowing you have booked rooms upstairs at great value prices.
We have welcomed a great many church groups over the years of all faiths; some use this calm and quiet space as a retreat, whilst others use their time for activities or exploring local heritage. With a wide range of things to see and do locally from boat trips to the Farne Islands, visits to Bamburgh Castle and the holy island of Lindisfarne to explore, there is plenty to keep groups busy!
Kirkby Stephen is a dream for walkers, with something for everyone: from riverside strolls 🌊 to thrilling fell-top hikes ⛰️.
Just gone live! You can now book your 2025 and 2026 holidays at YHA Jordans. Book a bed or room on mid-week or exclusive hire at the weekend. Camping is also available. All dates are available after 18th July BOOK NOW while there is full availability. For dates before 18th July ring 01494 873135.
Guests now have access to a new, privately bookable sauna on the adjacent caravan park. (March to October)
Bynkir Bunkhouse, tucked away in the in the Cwm Pennant Valley makes the perfect base for Duke of Edinburgh groups. Groups as small as 10 and as large as 66 can have the whole place to themselves. There are 11 bedroom in the bunkhouse (mostly en suite), plus a separate self contained flat for teachers/leaders. The bunkhouse sits well away from neighbours and has extensive ground with a fab firepit.
Aptly called called CellB, this quirky, small, not-for-profit hostel’s motto is: EAT, DRINK, WATCH, SLEEP. Why??? you might be thinking. Well, it’s because you can do all those 4 things in this historic building. In fact, CellB is probably the only hostel in the country (if not the world) with an independent cinema on site. It also has a pop-up restaurant serving pizzas every Saturday night. What a perfect place to base yourself for an adventurous weekend in Wales.
This lovely large detached bunkhouse sleeps groups of 10-66 in 11 bedrooms, mostly ensuite. Each group is guaranteed sole use of all the facilities. There’s a separate self contained flat for teachers/staff. The bunkhouse sits in extensive grounds with a firepit and enjoys a secluded position in the picturesque Cwm Pennant Valley.
Treks Bunkhouse is located 15 minutes walk from the Slate Trail, just above the village of Lan Ffestiniog. Geared up for weary walkers, the bunkhouse is ideal for walkers on the Slate Trail. It is available to groups at weekends and individuals midweek. It provides all the bedding you will need and towels on request. There’s a drying room to ensure you have warm dry kit for the next day. Self-cater or enjoy a tasty evening meal at the local community pub, Y Pengwern, in Lan Ffestiniog.
Cell B in Blaenau Ffestiniog joins a growing movement independent hostels. But what makes it unique is that it also houses an independent cinema..
Looking for a coastal break without breaking the bank? The Old School Hostel in Trefin is the ideal base for your seaside holiday. Just a short walk from the breathtaking Pembrokeshire Coastal Path and rugged beaches, it’s perfect for walkers, families, and anyone who loves sea air and sunsets. Enjoy a warm, friendly atmosphere, comfy beds, and a self-service breakfast to fuel your adventures. With the local pub just two minutes away (, everything you need is right on your doorstep. Affordable, relaxed, and full of character – your coastal escape starts here!
The Pantaloons return for their 1st visit of the Summer, with their irreverant take on this Jane Austin classic. A show for all the family, a brilliant evening of comedy theatre. – www.deepdaletheatre.co.uk
We are Kirkby Stephen Hostel. A very quirky converted church a stepping stone to the Lakes and Yorkshire Dales!
