Kailzie Big Lodge offers a spacious, modern, and well-equipped base for outdoor learning and residential stays. Sleeping up to 27 across two floors with a mix of bunk and single beds and offered on an exclusive use basis, the lodge includes a large, fully equipped communal kitchen, two lounges and dining areas with internet-enabled TVs, free Wi Fi, and practical facilities such as a drying room, secure bike storage with CCTV, bike wash stations, and e bike charging.
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Jurassic Coast availability for Half Term
We have a couple of lovely 5 bed dorm rooms and some private family rooms and doubles. This Victorian neo-Gothic mansion in the Dorset National Landscape has easy access to the Jurassic Coast at Lyme Regis as well as the Wessex and Monarch’s Way long distance footpaths. Guests can use the vegetarian self-catering kitchen to prepare their own meals or vegetarian meals can be pre-booked. There is also camping in the grounds. Run by a charity that promotes sustainable living. Fruit and vegetables are grown in the organic garden.
30 Days Wild – June
30 Days Wild is The Wildlife Trusts’ annual nature challenge where they ask the nation to do one ‘wild’ thing a day every day throughout June.
Not just somewhere new – Somewhere you can come back to.
Let us be your Bolt Hole Escape!
A bolt hole is a rejuvenating place that trades your daily routines for short term travel bliss; leaving your place of work to get to your moment and what you love doing most. It’s being you, just a softer agenda where you’re chasing satisfaction, not schedules.
It’s not just anywhere. It’s charm. It’s character. A place to “bolt” to for privacy, seclusion, or a quick break from routine. Somewhere of comfort, familiarity; somewhere you know that your transition to relax and recharge is swift & smooth.
July and August 2026 availability at historic former school house on the edge of Saddleworth Moor, North Peak District
Our beautiful and perfectly formed 32 bedroom hostel (sole use) has plenty of availability throughout July and August. It is a wonderful time of the year to explore the Saddleworth Moor and villages.
Open Farm Sunday – Sunday 31st May
The whole family is welcome at our FREE event, 10am – 4pm. Learn more about their regenerative, nature friendly farming practices, food production and the wildlife that calls the farm home.
Travelling solo in Eryri and looking for comfortable place to stay?
You are welcome to stay at Plas Isa Dolgellau in a single room, without minimum nights stay.
May half term short break – comfy bunkhouse stay in Suffolk
The Old Brooder in Suffolk is available for up to 22 guests (sole use). Hire includes use of fleet of adult road bikes, tennis court, BBQ, farm trails and family friendly farm activities – meet the farmyard piglets and free range chickens, build dens in the woods. Email us with size of group, age range and preferred arrival and departure dates – we’ll send a quote.
Availability for Spring Bank Holiday Half Term
Great value accommodation in the Manifold Valley. We are perfectly situated for a walk around the Manifold valley and enjoying the quiet area of the Peak District in the village of Butterton. Our local pub Black Lion inn is only a 6 minute walk away to enjoy a meal after a days walking.
May half -term farm stay in glorious Suffolk Tudor Barn
The Tudor Barn sleeps up to 25 guests in glorious Suffolk countryside. Borrow our fleet of 25 adult road bikes (children BYO) to enjoy the local country lanes, play tennis, explore our farm trails and farm activities, meet the two friendly piglets, watch the house martins, picnic in ancient hay meadows. Feast at banquet tables or BBQ in the herb garden. Send details of group (size, age range, ideal dates) and we will send you a quote.
We’re Hiring: Hostel Assistant needed at Elterwater Independent Hostel
We’re Hiring: Hostel Assistant needed at Elterwater Independent Hostel Immediate start available through to the end of September. Love working with people and don’t mind rolling your sleeves up? We’re looking for a friendly, flexible Hostel Assistant to help us during the busy summer season. This is a varied, hands-on role supporting reception, housekeeping, and […]
Summer Family Gatherings & Midweek Escapes in Stamford, Lincolnshire
The Garden House is a stunning Georgian property in the heart of Stamford, sleeping up to 42 guests — ideal for multi-generational family gatherings, celebrations, and group retreats.
We have limited availability remaining across summer school holidays, midweek breaks throughout autumn, and a very special post-Christmas stay this December. Whether you’re planning a sun-filled summer reunion or a cosy winter get-together, The Garden House offers the perfect setting to bring everyone under one roof.
A 25% deposit secures your dates. Get in touch at [email protected]
Dog-Friendly Stays
Dogs, beaches, coast path — the full Welsh experience
Private rooms at Plas Isa Dolgellau
Mythe: “When staying in a hostel, you always share a room with lots of strangers”
Mythe Busted! No dormitories at Plas Isa Dolgellau, private rooms only
Fabulous Coast to Coast 1st night in Ennerdale
Why stop in Ennerdale Bridge when you can enjoy the first night of the Coast to Coast in the tranquility of the Wild Wool Barn overlooking Ennerdale Water.
In a secluded cove on the Wales Coast Path, between Llangrannog and New Quay.
On Iolo Williams’ favourite stretch of the Wales Coast Path, you’ll find Ty Cwch Boathouse waiting at the end of the day. Nestled in a secluded cove, it sleeps 4–12 and offers a fully equipped kitchen, a deck with infrared heating for cooler evenings, and a firepit in the garden. After a long day on the trail, enjoy hot showers and comfortable beds.
En Route with The Tour de France Femmes
The 2027 route of the Grand Depart of Womens Tour De France has just been released and passes over the Snake pass close to us on Sat 31st July 2027
Secure bike storage and e-bike charging in the heart of the Tweed Valley
Kailzie BIG Lodge offers state-of-the-art bunkhouse accommodation for groups of 10 to 27. For cyclists, there are four dedicated, fully equipped bike-washing stations, as well as a maintenance area with stands and e-bike charging facilities, all within a digitally locked, secure, CCTV-monitored bike store. Located close to the famous mountain biking areas of Glentress and Innerleithen, it’s the perfect base for an adventurous escape.
Calling all Cavers
Owned and managed by the Devon Spelæological Society, this converted village dairy in Buckfastleigh is a rugged, honest base for outdoor enthusiasts. Designed specifically for clubs and groups of up to 16, it provides a warm, practical retreat for cavers, paddlers, mountain bikers, and hikers. Located perfectly for exploring Dartmoor’s rivers, tors, and trails, the bunkhouse focuses on the essentials: reliable comfort, a space to refuel and dry out between adventures.
Willow Weaving Workshop – Woven Swifts and Leaves – Saturday 2nd May
Create beautiful woven swifts and leaves with The Coddiwomplers



















