So how does that affect your stay? Well, some of the hot water comes from solar, the building is well insulated and mostly double glazed, laundry is done in house and mostly line dried and we encourage you to sort your recyclables into the bins provided (and more!) We are currently overwelmed with apples and guests are greeted with homegrown organic apples from the orchard
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Escape to the wilderness of Mid-Wales this Christmas or New Year
“Come to enjoy a Christmas or New Year break up in the hills of Mid-Wales. Tyncornel hostel sleeps 16 and has availability over this period both for groups and individuals. Remote and peaceful situation, walks right from the door and come back to a cosy log burner in the sitting room”.
Winter in Falmouth for groups of friends and or family……
Winter by the seaside can be unexpectedly glorious or spectacularly wind blasted – either way Falmouth Lodge Backpackers is 2 mins from the beach and 10 mins from town – we are ready for it all!!
Experience the intimate suspense of a murder mystery themed wedding…
…or the jolly laughter of a farming themed wedding- with animal guests! We offer a range of unique experiences, and not only for weddings!
Office staff at Independent Hostels UK support the Matlock School Student Strike
The offices at Independent Hostels UK will be closed from 10am to 3pm today, as we walk into Matlock to support the local secondary school students.
Hostels and guests can all help the planet
We fully support the youth climate strikes and passion of the younger generation to stand up for a greener, more sustainable, wildlife-rich planet. But we can ALL play our part – hostels and guests!
Bunkorama backs climate emergency strike
Today we are joining students in tywyn Gwynedd as the march from the town hall at 12 noon
Supporting Climate Emergency actions at Hunstanton Backpackers
Todays students and youth are the ones who can lead the way to change the way the world produces and deals with waste and harmful products. Plastics and dumping a massive issue, wasted energy common
Ideal for walkers and cyclists passing through Northumberland
In the heart of North Northumberland just 5 miles from the spectacular beaches at Bamburgh, song birds tweet sweet melodies in the trees of Bluebell Farm.
Stylish accommodation with a pub on the doorstep
Around the corner from these stylish glamping rooms is a cosy bar, with open fires and home cooked food. Run by the family and open by arrangement this pub can also become a fully licensed party venue complete with themed party packages and a beach garden.
Accessible features at Abersoch bunkhouse
Sgubor Unnos Bunkhouse in Abersoch on the Llyn Peninsula has an accessible WC, the accessible bedroom has a wide doorway but it is bunk bed accommodation.
Haye Farm Sleeping Barn, proud to be part of the independent hostel family
Enjoy the quiet rural location on the covered decking of this barn in the Wye Forrest. The barn has a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, dining room and lounge and is on a working farm.
Picnic in an evening’s southern sunshine
The friendly wardens will greet you with a warm welcome, and have a dozen interesting stories to tell about the history and charity of the barn.
Connecting culture, drink and snacks with art and accommodation.
Hostel, bar, and cinema all under one roof. Cell B’s website suits their hostel perfectly! Modern, friendly, interactive… Offering vibrant, humorous information, artistic presentation; and photographs of their extensive range entertainment.
After your adventures, retire to the castle.
Sitting majestically on a mountain pass in the Brecon Beacons, unpeel the history of this fascinating castle, where you have the honor of living like royalty.
Do you need a reason to visit Snowdonia National Park?
Bala has the largest natural lake in Wales and lies within the Snowdonia National Park, which has the largest mountain in all of England and Wales. Bala Backpackers, in the heart of Bala and the National Park, offers great value ‘hostel-style’ accommodation. The hostel is located in a quiet, sunny, chapel square, in the bustling market town of Bala.
Ideal location for Groups or School Accommodation in Cornwall
Falmouth Lodge Backpackers is perfectly located for Groups and Schools wanting to either explore Cornwall, enjoy our coastline and beaches, or check out the University here.
Spend Christmas in a tranquil, woodland setting with family and friends.
Currently available for all dates between 23rd to 29th December at £340 per night with a discount for more than two night stay. This off-road hostel sleeps 20 people in 5 bedrooms with an open plan kitchen/dining room. Dogs welcome by arrangement.
Combine the Lleyn Peninsula Coastal Path with the ancient North Wales Pilgrims route.
Aberdaron is a coastal oasis for walkers enjoying long distance trails…
Explore the cave systems of the Yorkshire Dales
Caves and potholes including the famous Gaping Ghyll system and the White Scar show cave.



















