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Blakedean is available for the Autumn half-term. Sleeping groups of up to 24, the hostel provides simple accommodation in the Pennine Hills on the Lancashire/Yorkshire border. The Pennine Way passes close by leading to some superb walking over the moors. The area is also great for mountain biking, geo-caching, river walks, bird watching and exploring the great outdoors.
Perfect location for a cosy extended family or friends Christmas at Rookhow Bunkbarn between Windermere and Consiton. Log burners, underfloor heating. Sleeps 16 with extra space in the Quaker Meeting House for extra sleeping or group space. Campfire in the woods.
We’re open throughout the winter months and offer exclusive use of the hostel for large groups as well as individual bunks and rooms. Our hostel is the perfect place to base yourself for some climbing or hill walking in the Cuillin and we can help you organize a guide and gear for your visit! So head on up to Skye in these colder months and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the island outside of high season
Unique, quirky, award-winning bunkhouse just metres from the sea on the Cardigan Heritage Coast. Built from mainly recycled materials the Boathouse sleeps 12 in 3 insulated first floor pods. Downstairs three further pods house a full kitchen, dining room, sitting area and utility room. These open out onto a covered deck with seating/dining. Right on the Wales Coast Path, easy access for launching boats, great fishing and swimming. BOOK ONLINE
The Berwyn Mountains are a stunningly beautiful part of North Wales that is overshadowed by its big brother Snowdonia, which sits to the west of the Berwyns. It is a place of wild beauty and a haven for walkers. Unlike Snowdonia, which often feels crowded and busy, the Berwyns get fewer visitors which means you often have paths & trails to yourself. If you’re looking for somewhere to go walking in North Wales, you’ve just stumbled upon one of the region’s best-kept secrets.
Naturally Pennine Calder Scouts (who own Blakedean Scout Hostel) want all guests to be fully prepared for their visit! To this aim they have prepared a very comprehensive Welcome Booklet. Essential reading for anyone who’s planning to stay at this wonderful place.
The North Devon coast is an area of significant geographical interest for several reasons including its unique landscapes, geological formations, biodiversity, and cultural history. Ocean Backpackers offers 37 beds spread over 11 rooms and is ideally located in the picturesque harbour town of Ilfracombe. Convenient for all the eateries, boats to Lundy, and the southwest coast path that runs through the town, we also have a well-equipped self-catering kitchen and great communal space.
Autumn is full of vibrant colours, and cosy moments by the fire, it brings a unique charm to the landscape. Here’s why the autumn half-term is in the ideal time to stay at Wild Valley Bunkhouse. Underfloor heating, ideal for returning to after crisp autumn days. The tranquility of nature with no crowds. Enjoy toasted marshmallows on the outdoor fire, and warm stews in the bunkhouse kitchen. Dark evenings away from street lights, enjoy incredible views of the night sky.
Stay at Rookhow’s cosy Bunkbarn with log burner and campfire in the woods between Coniston and Windermere. Perfect for a Uni climbing/ hillwalking/ cycling weekend. £740 for the weekend for 16 people (that’s less than £25 each per night!). Sole use- comes with 12 acres of private woodland.
Stay at the Wild Valley bunkhouse (sleeps 4) or one of their shepherd huts (1x double bed) in Pwllpridd and you can arrange pick-ups and drop-offs to and from your Shropshire Way walk with your hosts. Please be sure to arrange the lifts (max 4 people) at the time of booking.
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with your family at the Old Brooder in Suffolk! You will have sole use of this well-kitted out and luxury bunkhouse where you can cook and feast together in the kitchen and relax in the cosy sitting room. The Old Brooder has space for up to 22 of you with five bedrooms including the restored and heated Shepherd’s hut. Play family games or you can walk off the excesses of Christmas on our farm trails… or borrow our bikes to cycle down country lanes to local pubs. Easily accessible from London, the North and West. Discounts for smaller groups.
Snowdon Lodge, the birthplace of Lawrence of Arabia, offers sole use for a get-together with friends & family this Autumn Half Term. An ideal self-catering group base in Snowdonia. Large Victorian property set in 4-acre grounds in a pretty village. Pet friendly. Well-equipped kitchen. Spacious dining room. Modern lounge. BBQ area. Private parking. Games room. Additional lecture/seminar/prayer room for hire. En-suite bedrooms including 1 ground floor accessible bedroom.
Check out the amazing Snowdon Lodge for your New Year get together. Birthplace of Lawrence of Arabia, this large Victorian house has:- A well-equipped kitchen. Spacious dining room. Modern lounge. BBQ area. Private parking. Games room. Additional lecture/seminar room for hire. En suite bedrooms including 1 ground floor accessible bedroom.
Llangollen Hostel offers the perfect place to take your class on a residential in the beautiful welsh countryside. Placed right in the heart of outdoor activities there are hundreds of fantastic walking and cycling tracks and lots of opportunity for climbing and canoeing near by!
Come and stay in our recently renovated energy efficient hostel with underfloor heating and a woodburner. 12 acres of oak woodland to enjoy to yourselves. The perfect place for an extended family get together or for a group of friends.
Ideal for groups of 30 -70 students, this large outdoor ed centre in the unspoilt Duddon Valley provides a wide range of instructor-led outdoor activities. Canoeing, Climbing, Ghyll scrambling, abseiling, bushcraft, crate stacking, stand up paddle-boarding, archery and more. Holder of the Adventure Activities Licence, the centre provides risk assessments and support for teachers and group leaders.
Its not the end of holiday time.
Boswinger Hostel (formerly owned by the YHA and in independent hands since 2024) is tucked away in an idyllic rural location on the Cornish coast. Your perfect base for exploring the the hidden coves and the quiet leafy lanes. Just just off the South West Coastal Path and the Cornish Way cycle routes and with the Eden Project, Caerhays Castle & Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan close by, there is something for everyone. Be sure to put Boswinger Hostel on your ‘Must Visit’ list.
Having spent three generations as Rowen Youth Hostel, the old farmhouse at Rhiw Farm is once again owned by the local farm. Refurbished and restarting as Rowen Bunkhouse, it provides ideal accommodation for groups of up to 16 walkers, families holidaying together, and those who love the great outdoors of Eryri (Snowdonia).
The combination of location, accommodation, and activities makes the Rhyd Ddu Outdoor Centre an appealing choice for groups of up to 30 looking to explore the Welsh countryside. The centre provides a variety of activities including walking, climbing and mountain biking.
