Gulabin Lodge is the perfect combination of great value accommodation and a fabulous outdoor playground to suit all ages and abilities. Snowboarding and Skiing in winter, climbing, mountain biking and water activities like canoeing and coastering available all year around. Or you can simply visit to enjoy the lovely setting as a retreat in the Southern Cairngorms.
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Make base on the Malvern Hills!
The perfect base for popular walking and cycling routes- including the Herefordshire Long Distance Trail and the Herefordshire Cider Cycling route!
Great value Independent Hostel close to DyFi Bike Park.
Trail riders will be delighted to learn that the 43-bed Corris Hostel is situated just 3 miles from new Dyfi Bike Park in Pantperthog.
Breathtaking Glamping Rooms in Matlock, just in time for the 2019 Rickshaw Challenge
Matlock Glamping Rooms provide a cosy retreat in the heart of Derbyshire, connected to a family owned pub with open fires its the perfect place to see the 2019 Children in Need Rickshaw Challenge
Saddle Mountain Hostel shortlisted for Hostel of the Year
We are delighted to have been shortlisted for Hostel of the Year and The Extra Mile Award in The Great Outdoors Awards Magazine Awards 2019.
Adventure Weekends on Pembrokeshire Coast in Wales
Escape to Preseli Venture eco lodge on the wild, beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast. Hike the Wales Coast Path and go sea kayaking or coasteering to re-energise and de-stress, individuals and groups welcome.
The Punch Bowl Hotel provides secured spaces to keep bicycles and areas to dry gear.
Situated on the borders of Lancashire,Cumbria and North Yorkshire, The Punch Bowl Hotel provides facilities and a choice of accommodation thatis Ideal for cyclists.
Dogs very welcome at Torran Bay Hostel – a great location for dog walking
Discover the heart of Scottish culture at our self catering, dog friendly accommodation on the shores of Loch Awe.
Corris Hostel welcomes all
Welcoming to individuals and perfect for groups & families. Corris hostel is a haven from the stresses of the outside world; with its homely & inspiring atmosphere, caring staff & cosy wood fires. Enjoy the gardens with BBQ & campfire areas. In the Dyfi Biosphere & Snowdonia National Park & close to Cadair Idris and Centre for Alternative Technology, it’s a walkers & cyclists paradise. On the Mach Loop with a CAMRA pub close by.
Ideal for cyclists; Simple hostel on the C2C and Tour De Yorkshire routes
Brompton on Swale Bunkhouse is ideally located for Wensleydale and Swaledale, Coast to Coast and Tour De Yorkshire routes. It welcomes individual cyclists and groups. There is a Safe lock up for bikes, local bike shop for repairs and parts. Comfortable accommodation with local shop opposite and pub within walking distance.
Brynkir Coach House (formerly Cwm Pennant) is currently closed for refurbishmnet
It will be opening again in Spring 2020 and will once again welcome groups of 24-52 to enjoy it’s stunning grounds and fantastic location in the Snowdonia National Park.
Christmas in the Woods!
Self catering accommodation for 20 people situated in a unique, off-road woodland location. Shining Cliff hostel is a brilliant place to gather with friends and family over the Christmas holidays
Dog friendly hostel, located within walking distance of the picturesque Loch Ness
A beautiful farmhouse with plenty of dog-friendly rooms. There are no restrictions on numbers, feel free to bring the whole family especially the four legged members.
Duke of Edinburgh groups love Bents Camping Barn
Remote, isolated, half a mile from the nearest road and with views across to the Howgills, Bents Camping Barn is a perfect place for DofE groups to stay.
Glorious Autumnal days in Shining Cliff woods
Shining Cliff woodlands are changing from their shady, dappled summer look to a dazzling autumnal display of colour. Shining Cliff hostel is a great place to explore this glorious autumnal display.
Big Mose Bunkhouse is closing in January, however a new bunkhouse will be opening just across the yard later in 2020.
Dudmaston Bunkhouse (opening around August) is on the National Trust Dudmaston Estate, not far from Bridgnorth. This new bunkhouse will accommodate 16 people in 8 bedrooms, with a large dining / meeting room, fully equipped kitchen and a soft seating area. Watch this space for news of the opening date so you can get booking.
Caldbeck Glamping Barns have a large cycling barn to store your bikes in.
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.
‘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.



















