Come to Alstonefield Camping Barn, in the heart of the Peak District. Surrounded by fields, stunning scenery and the sound of silence, just staying in this traditional stone barn is an adventure. Lots more adventures are waiting for you within a few miles too. From horse riding to hill walking, fell running to fishing, cycling to canoeing …….. what will you choose?
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Kendal Hostel has been voted for North West Family Business Network Peoples Choice Awards. Can we count on your vote?
Kendal Hostel has been delighted to find that we have been voted for the Peoples Choice awards through the Family Business Network.
Perfect Base to Explore the southern Lake District by Bike or on Foot
Whether you are a road cyclist, mountain biker or walker you will find plenty of fantastic routes on the doorstep. E bike hire for those who want an easy ride.
The unusual history of Clink 78
Looking at Clink, if you’d said its outward appearance resembles that of a court you’d be right. Inside the holding cells converted into rooms gives this away. But transformation from court to hostel isn’t the only interesting piece of the buildings history…
Weary Wales Coast Path walkers welcomed at Abersoch Bunkhouse
Just the place to collapse into after a long day’s hike. A no frills bunkhouse at a great value price.
Expand Your Horizons… Friends of Nature celebrate 125yrs…
Kirk Yetholm along with some 800 other Friends of Nature/Naturefriends houses across the globe celebrate 125th Anniversary in 2020.
#naturefriends #friendsofnature
Unique hostel on the Wales Coast Path
Walkers take note. Just 5 mins off the Wales Coast Path a warm welcome, a well stocked bar, squishy sofas and an evening meal (if you want one) await you.
An albatross… in Newcastle?
Odd the name might well be Albatross hostel has won awards for its accommodation. Just five minutes away from the main transport links it offers affordable accommodation in the center of Newcastle.
Luxury accommodation in Northumberland
Just 10 minutes from the gateway to Kielder Water & Forest Park. Brown Rigg guest rooms provides top quality rooms in an unbeatable setting.
Groups with dogs welcome at Dragons Back
Outdoor enthusiasts don’t miss out, this delightful hostel couldn’t be better located. Better yet dogs are welcome.
Wishing for Egg-citing Easter Entertainment?
The Rock and Rapid Bunkhouse has Easter Availability. With a climbing wall on site and easy access to the Devon coast this could be your perfect Easter holiday.
Big group of friends? Family get together? Book the whole place at Wayfarers Independent Hostel and have it all to yourselves!
Got an event planned? A big gathering? Wayfarers Hostel has all you need for your ‘home base’ away from home to explore the Lake District and more.
The highest hostel in Britain is right on the Cumbria Way.
Accessed only on foot it’s a truely magical place to stay. No roads, no other buildings, no phone signal, just uninterrupted beautiful mountain views.
Zip through Edinburgh’s old town on two wheels
What better way to take in Edinburgh? High Street Hostel has bike storage so you can fly over the cobbled streets and soak up the culture of this wonderful place.
It’s not just the chickens that go cheap at Dale House Barn.
The accommodation is fantastic value too. Sleeping 14, the whole ancient stone barn can be yours for just £185 per night. Or if you are a small group the it’s just £18 per person (min 4 people).
Fantastic Northumberland hostel with great ECO credentials
Stay a Ninebanks Youth Hostel in the North Pennines and be assured of an ECO friendly holiday. All the ECO measures taken by your lovely hosts mean you can enjoy you stay with a clear conscience.
Central London with bunkhouse prices!
Trips out to London can often be soured when the price of accommodation comes to mind. But at Publove The Exmouth Arms beds start from just £15.
Duke of Edinburgh Groups of all sizes are welcome in rural Oxfordshire
The Court Hill Centre on the Ridgeway long distance path provides ideal camping and hostel accommodation for individuals, small groups and larger groups. The rural location, simple campsite, teachers accommodation and class room make it ideal for DofE expeditions and training.
Simple cyclists accommodation in Machynlleth, ideal for those undertaking the Lon Las Cymru cycle challenge.
Right on the route, 140 miles from Cardiff Bay with 110 miles to get to Holyhead. Bed linen is available and breakfast and evening meals are available with notice. Secure bike storage as well.
Toad Hall is in the thriving market town of Machynlleth. The hostel consists of a three bed-roomed self-contained unit above the owner’s home, with private rooms and fully made-up beds. The garden is ideal for camping and there’s a small workshop for bike repair/storage.
Away from it all, Argyll backpackers ticks all the boxes for retreats
On the peaceful shore of Inverneil lies Argyll Backpackers. The breathtaking views and fresh air all round make it a good choice for retreats



















