Whenever you are standing in this North Lakes village you will see cyclists zipping through or making a stop at the pub or cafes! Mountain bikers can explore “The Back O’Skiddaw” route, up to Skiddaw House and on to Keswick or Threlkeld then make your way back, all off road. Road cyclists will be in there element with an abundance of scenic and relatively traffic free roads. A well known loop is to cycle through Hesket, Mosedale, Mungrisedale, Threlkeld, Keswick, then to Bassenthwaite, Uldale and finishing back in Caldbeck.
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‘Wee Snug’ added and now a Wedding Venue too
Argyll Backpackers can now offer ‘DIY Weddings’ for the Happy Couple to be hand-on and decorate/arrange their Special Day the way they want (within reason of course). Venue & accommodation package.
Spend Christmas with your family and friends at Corris Hostel.
This old Victorian school with large high vaulted hall and massive wood fire gives that festive old Yuletide atmosphere. There are beds for up to 43, lighting and sound equipment for party action and the village pub is this years Campaign for Real Ale regional winner.
A wild, wonderful and remote location to spend Christmas
Nestled in the beautiful College Valley in Northumberland, Mounthooly Bunkhouse has a well equipped kitchen and living area with log burner. Bedding is supplied and dogs are welcome. A haven for wildlife with red squirrels, otters and a thriving population of feral goats in the valley. The perfect wild get away from it all.
Celebrate Christmas with friends in the artistic city of Bristol
The Bristol Wing is open for Christmas – usual rates apply. Groups are welcome to celebrate together, we have two communal areas with long tables, perfect for sharing Christmas with your special people.
Not enough room for your family meal at Christmas?
There’s large dining tables and seating for up to 27 people at Plasnewwydd Bunkhouse. Hire for exclusive use this four star bunkhouse with beds for 27 people.
Why not have New Year in the heart of Wild Ennerdale, miles away from the city life.
New Year at Low Gillerthwaite is about fires, friends, family, and time together.
Argyll Backpackers, on the shores of Loch Fyne has got even ‘greener’!!!
Earlier this season Solar Panels were fitted to the roof and south facing gable with battery storage, will make the hostel even ‘greener’ than it already is by further reducing its carbon footprint.
Ashclyst Farm Hostel in rural East Devon is an excellent place to escape to.
This hostel provides spacious private rooms and a farm house experience just 10 mins from the M5 and 30 mins from the coast at Sidmouth. And if you miss your weekend run you can try the local Killerton parkrun as a great way to start your Saturday morning.
Christmas should be a time for family & friends but there’s not always room at the inn.
Kendal Hostel will be open over the Christmas period so why not come & stay and make memories with your loved ones.
Still here, still open and still welcoming guests to magnificent Glenshee
Escape your everyday. Pack your outdoor clothes and come to stay for a few days at Gulabin Lodge. With underfloor heating and open fires you are guaranteed a cosy evening after your day’s activities.
Celebrate New Year at the Heart of Snowdonia
Caban Cysgu has a large hall for celebrating New Years Eve and a selection of pubs 10 minute walk away. There are plenty of local walks straight from our doorstep to clear the head after the celebrations!
Outdoorsy stag groups welcome at Exmoor Bunkbarn including stag and hens
There are loads of exciting local activities for adventurous groups on Exmoor and nearby Wimbleball Lake. We can put you in touch with local activity providers “Exmoor Adventures” for Coasteering, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Abseiling, Canoeing, Raft Building, Archery, Stand-up Paddle Boarding.
All Stretton Bunkhouse is just 10 minutes’ walk from the local pub.
All Stretton Bunkhouse is within easy reach of the Stetton Ales House in the busy town of Church Stretton, and just 10 minutes’ walk from the local pub where it is advisable to phone and book for meals 01694-328953.
Stag and Hen activity weekends are welcome at Marthrown of Mabie in the Forest
Set in the heart of Mabie Forest, 6 miles south of Dumfries with a sauna, a wood burning spring water hot tub, a large BBQ, garden areas, a challenge course and plenty of room for parties. There’s a bunkhouse, Mongolian yurts, an American style tipi and an Iron Age Roundhouse for celebrations. Catered meals available for groups.
Escape for a weekend of fun with a large group of friends and family.
Groups of up to 50 are welcomed at Hornby Laithe Bunkhouse Barn in the Yorkshire Dales. Functional, warm, private and very popular. Be sure to book well in advance.
Hafren Forst Bunkhouse
We accept Stag and Hen groups if they love the great outdoors and we will organise activities too.
Dragons are kind of a big deal in Wales
Luckily they don’t mind a bit of rain and you can catch a glimpse of one just a short drive from Lodge Dinorwig.
Shining Cliff Hostel- an ideal location for running and fitness groups!
With 20 beds in self catering accommodation in a beautiful off road, woodland setting in the Derwent Valley this is a great location for fitness groups.
Gauber Bunk Barn in the Three Peaks is ideal for a Christmas escape.
Gauber Bunk Barn is available ideal for an exclusive use booking by up to 12 people. The price includes fitted sheets, pillows and a starter pack of logs/kindling. The barn benefits from having a well equipped kitchen/diner with large farmhouse table. Gauber Bunkhouse is 1/2 mile from the nearest pub and welcomes up to 2 well behaved dogs.


















