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Cold water and a clean conscience

July 23rd 2026June 6th 2026 Ty Cwch Boathouse

The cove at Cwmtydu is one of the finest wild swimming spots on the Ceredigion coast. Clean water, a sandy and pebbled beach, a river pool where the Afon Ffynnon Ddewi meets the sea, and very rarely anyone else in it.
The seals tend to be curious about swimmers, which either delights or slightly unnerves people, depending on their disposition.
Ty Cwch is right above the beach — architect-designed, Green Tourism Gold accredited, sleeping up to 12. Hot showers after a cold swim. A proper kitchen. A firepit for the evening.
There are more wild swimming spots within easy reach: Penbryn, Carreg-y-ty (find it if you can), and the beaches north toward Aberaeron.

Group Discount

July 23rd 2026July 22nd 2026 Ty Cwch Boathouse

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.

July 21st 2026July 21st 2026 Llangollen Hostel

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.

historic bridge in the exciting holiday town of llangollen

EV Charging point

July 20th 2026 Ty Cwch Boathouse

There will be an EV charge point on site by the end of July.

New Bike Shed at Boswinger Hostel

July 20th 2026 Boswinger Hostel (YHA Partner)

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.

Camping on the North Norfolk Coast

July 20th 2026July 20th 2026 Deepdale Rooms and Camping

There’s somthing very special about camping on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast. Maybe it’s the big skies, the marshes full of birdlife, or the freedom of waking up close to the coast path ready for another day outdoors. Deepdale Camping & Rooms, offers relaxed, friendly camping in Burnham Deepdale on the North Norfolk Coast … ideal for walkers, cyclists, campervaners, wildlife watchers, stargazers, and anyone looking to slow down and enjoy North Norfolk’s coastline, beaches and nature reserves.

Camp Wild on a working hill farm in the Northumberland Fells

July 20th 2026July 21st 2026 Ilderton Dod Barns

Ilderton Dod Barns, set within the Northumberland National Park, offer three camping pitches through Camp Wild. Ideally located close to both The Pennine Way and The Sandstone Way, with a network of footpaths and bridleways right on the doorstep, it’s the perfect destination for outdoor adventures. Whether you’re walking, mountain biking, or simply exploring the beautiful Northumberland countryside, the self-contained barns and camping pitches provide an ideal base for your stay.

Camping near on the John O’Groats Coastal Trail

July 20th 2026July 20th 2026 Halfway House Hostel Berriedale

The Halfway House is a small hostel nine miles north of Helmsdale on the John O’Groats Coastal Trail and the NC500. It welcomes individual walkers and provides camping with the use of the hostels indoor facilities. There’s a hared self-catering kitchen and cosy lounge.

external view of Halfway House Berriedale Hostel

Hammocking on the North Norfolk Coast

July 19th 2026July 20th 2026 Deepdale Rooms and Camping

Deepdale Rooms has a hammock area that’s loved by guests. There’s something very special about hammocking on the North Norfolk Coast. Maybe it’s the big skies, the marshes full of birdlife, or the freedom of waking up close to the coast path. It’s ideal for walkers, cyclists, and anyone looking to slow down and enjoy North Norfolk’s coastline, beaches, and nature reserves.

The Beauty of Long Light Summer Evenings

July 18th 2026 Wild Valley Bunkhouse

Long summer evenings are some of the most magical moments. As the golden hour casts a warm glow across the landscape, it’s the perfect time to slow down and make the most of the outdoors. There is something very soft and peaceful about such an evening. I find it very calming. And it feels like a bonus in your day, a little ‘extra time’ that is not usually available.

Hammock at Ty Cwch Boathouse

July 17th 2026 Ty Cwch Boathouse

There’s a hammock in the ground floor lounge at Ty Cwch, strung up next to the big sliding doors that open onto the valley. It’s one of the first things guests head for.

Hebridean Disco Galore

July 16th 2026 Coll Bunkhouse

Get ready to disco on the beautiful and remote Isle of Coll!

On the doorstep of Pembrokeshire and Snowdonia, with lots to explore in between!

July 16th 2026June 6th 2026 Ty Cwch Boathouse

Ty Cwch sits in Ceredigion, between two of Wales’ finest National Parks. Pembrokeshire Coast National Park is an hour south. Snowdonia — Eryri — is an hour and a half north.
From Cwmtydu you can walk the Ceredigion Coast Path, surf at Llangrannog or Borth, kayak Cardigan Bay, or simply use Ty Cwch as a base for a week of day trips into the mountains and along the coast.
Our boathouse sleeps 12, is Green Tourism Gold accredited, and is on the Welsh Coast Path. Exclusive use available for groups.

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.

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