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If you are planning to explore the Shetland Isles, your first point of call should be Islesburgh House Hostel. Situated in the main town of Lerwick, just a short walk from the ferry port, Islesburgh makes the perfect base from which to explore this most northern part of the UK. Beautifully appointed, with lovely tall, light and airy rooms all the facilities in the hostel are 5 star. You are assured of a very comfortable stay and great value prices.
Bells Bothy Bunkhouse in rural southern Scotland, just 20 miles south of Edinburgh, offers a generous £10 per night discount if you arrive by bike or on foot. and no min night’s stay. Every booking gets sole use. Facilities include a well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, log burning stove with a supply of logs, WC, shower and plenty of hot water. BYO bedding. This tranquil area and the nearby Lammermuir Hills are great for walking and cycling, while the beautiful beaches of East Lothian are not far away.
Adventure Hostel is almost too good to be true. Great accommodation, in a great location at great value for money. Just 2 miles from the Blue Flag beach at Westwood Ho! in North Devon there is so much to do in the area. You can book a bed in a dorm, a private room (twin or family), sole use of an entire Eco Lodge (sleeps 28), or you can book the whole site fro groups up to 224. What better reason do you need for a trip to North Devon?
Newly converted above a bike workshop, locked bike shed and bike hire, Caban Caron Hostel is perfect for exploring the Cambrian Mountains. The hostel sleeps up to 8 in two rooms of 4. Book by the bed, the room or book the whole place for your group.
The Three Peaks Mini Bunkhouse, is exactly what the name says it is. It sleeps just 4 in two bedrooms each with one set of bunks. It’s in the oldest building in the pretty village of Ingleton in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and within easy reach of the Yorkshire Three Peaks. The area is full of attractions, waterfall trails, great climbing, caving, walking & cycling. The bunkhouse is only let sole use. Min stay 2 nights at weekends, single nights mid-week. It’s great value, super flexible……..a real gem. Dogs are welcome and outdoor activities can be arranged by the owner’s outdoor pursuits company.
South Moor Camping Barn could be just what you are looking for. On the edge of Dalby Forest in the North Yorks Moors National Park, it offers you a renovated solid stone barn with space for up to 8 people to sleep on an insulated floor. There is a cold water tap, a sink, microwave, kettle, fridge and a chemical toilet in a separate room. There is electricity and USB charging. Outside you’ll find two cooking/BBQ areas, one of which is covered. Situated in a wonderfully isolated location on a working farm, you can book the whole barn for just £50 a night.
Winshields Bunkbarn at Twice Brewed near Hexham, is exactly what walkers on The Pennine Journey are looking for. It offers single night stays, a simple breakfast & packed lunches (by arrangement), all bedding & towels are provided and evening meals are served 7 days a week at the The Twice Brewed Inn just a 5 minutes walk away. This very special bunkbarn only takes bookings from people arriving on two feet or two wheels and all the beds are comfy singles. If you prefer to camp, there’s a campsite too. What more could you ask for?
A recent visitor to Loughviews Bunkroom had an amazing time and you can read their glowing review below.
Sleeping group of up to 135, Ardentinny Outdoor Centre offers the perfect Highland base for any large group. Popular with schools, faith groups, clubs, field study groups and gatherings of friends and family etc., the centre offers catered or self-catering packages. Outdoor pursuits can be organised for your group, or you can arrange them yourself. Set in a stunning & remote location on the shores of Loch Long, the centre is only 1.5 hours drive from Glasgow. It could be just what you are looking for.
Would you like to wake up to the smell of fresh, warm bread in the morning?
This new, stylish & cosy bunkroom has easy access Hadrian’s Wall (or you can arrange a lift to/from the path). Situated 2.5 miles from the nearest road you are assured of a peaceful night’s sleep. Lifts to the Twice Brewed for evening meals can be arranged. Bedding is provided and you can book breakfast if you don’t want to self-cater.
Crow Tress Bunkbarn near Richmond in rural North Yorkshire has availability over the August Bank Holiday weekend. Sleeping up to 27, it’s ideal for friends and family get togethers. Why not gather your family or friends and enjoy this very special place?
Take a moment to look at Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall. What do you imagine?
… the laughter from your children as they feel the light spray on their skin?
…. the freshness and clean air you all breathe in?
…the shrieks of fun as they dip their fingers in and feel the chill of the water?
…their awes of wonder as they watch the water powering down the rocks?
…a sense of calm and relaxation?
We have had the most amazing reviews from our guests and many repeat bookings. Although no one has seen the ghost yet.
If you are doing the ‘Coast to Coast’ walk, I could possibly pick you up in Shap by arrangement – that walk from Patterdale is hard enough without another three miles to Reagill. We also have a few sleeping bags at the hall and some duvets.
I don’t have a landline any more and my mobile is 07804291972, email: margaret.wilcox@talk21.com
Dorm cottage sleeping up to ten for a relaxing rural stay on an organic nature-friendly farm in the beautiful North York Moors National Park. Walk or cycle from the doorstep, lounge in the big garden with panoramic views of Glaisdale dale or visit nearby honey pots on the coast – Whitby, Robin Hoods Bay and Staithes. Create wonderful memories with friends or family. Prices variable on numbers staying, bookable via the website.
YHA Dalby Forest (previously know as Lockton Hostel) is now owned and run by an experienced independent hostel owner. This is indeed great news and a huge relief to the many thousands of people for whom Dalby Forest Youth Hostel has special memories and is a favourite place to stay. Currently offering sole use bookings, the hostel, in the sleepy village of Lockton in the North York Moors National Park, sleeps groups of up to 21 across 4 rooms. Affiliated to the YHA as a partner hostel.
With an accessible games room and all essential facilities, everyone can be included in a trip to the Sir Arthur Grant Outddor Centre
Blindwell Bunkhouse has underfloor heating downstairs, radiators upstairs, and amazing hot showers, all from our biomass boiler. We generate electricity from our solar panels and have a Tesla power wall, for those arriving here by low-carbon electric car. Secure cycle store and drying facility help to encourage guests to arrive by totally carbon-neutral transport. Our water is from our filtered spring, and as a complete aside, this explains our name “Blindwell” as people would come here to drink the water for their eyesight.
If you have been mourning the sale of YHA Clun Mill we have good news! It now being run independently as a YHA partner hostel and is currently open for sole use booking. Sleeping groups of up to 23 across 4 dorms, it has a large enclosed lawned area, plenty of space inside and is well away from near neighbours. With great walking and cycling on the doorstep and the sleepy village of Clun with cafes, a shop and a pub just down the road, it is perfect for groups of families and friends.
Here at Humphrey Head Group Hostel we pride ourselves on leaving our guests satisfied and smiling and a big part of of any happy guest is filling their bellies full of delicious food. While groups can choose to self cater our fabulous chef makes every meal amazing. I highly recommend the sticky toffee pudding. We also have lots of experience catering to specific dietary requirements (allergies etc) so it would be great if you let us know before your visit so we can get everything sorted so no one has anything to worry about.
