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Stunning Scenery, Sustainable Stays in West Cumbria

Everything about the new Archway Dorm room at the Wild Wool Barn has sustainability at it’s heart. Solar panels, air source heat pump are a given, but also all the fixtures and fittings have been, donated reused or recycled. This of course includes the amazing view over Ennerdale water, which is one renewable resource we really don’t mind reusing

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YHA Landdeusant under new ownership and continuing as an independent hostel

This is great news indeed for the hostelling community. Now called Almond Lodge Brecon Beacons, the hostel is currently closed, but will be reopening it’s doors to welcome guests again in September. It has been bought by the owners of Almond Lodge Helvellyn, and will be run on similar grounds offering accommodation for groups. Keep checking our website for updates.

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Enjoy hotel facilities at bunkroom prices in the heart of the Lake District.

The Old Cafe Bunkroom is a bijou micro hostel in the grounds of the beautiful Rydal Lodge Hotel. Perfect for one or two guests and tastefully decorated, there is one set of bunks, a small kitchen unit with microwave, toaster, fridge & kettle, a dining table for 2 and a small en suite shower room. You can bring up to 2 dogs too. Whats more all the facilities of the hotel are open to you too.

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The old cafe bunkroom

A hostel with a unique position, overlooking Birdoswald Roman Fort on Hadrian’s Wall.

Slack House Farm is an organic dairy farm overlooking Birdoswald Roman Fort on Hadrian’s Wall. It is on the NCN 72 cycle trail and close to Hadrian’s Wall National Trail. The bunk-barn has 3 en suite bedrooms of 3,5 and 8 beds. A wood pellet-fired stove gives a warm heart to the kitchen/lounge and provides under-floor heating throughout the barn. Book a bed, a private room or sole use of the whole bunkhouse.

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Great for groups in Betws-y-Coed, charity run and part of the independent hostels community.

This large Victorian property has been specially adapted to provide self-catering accommodation for groups of up to 33. The 8 dormitories vary in size from 1 to 10 beds, complete with duvets & linen. The Centre is centrally heated & has a common room, large kitchen, drying room, hot showers and outdoor seating. Located in Betws-y-Coed, the Woodlands Centre is an ideal base for outdoor activities in Snowdonia.

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Lake views of Ennerdale from your door

Camping at the Wild Wool Barn in Ennerdale means you will often have the site and the view to yourself. The site is only open for a limited number of days per year to a small number of tents. Book now to be one of the very few who camp in peace and tranquility I the Lake District

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The Perfect Stay!

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Spud Man visits Newcastleton Bunkhouse in the IHUK network

This community-run bunkhouse in Scottish Borders, was delighted to welcome Spud man and his amazing family. A member of the IHUK network since opening in 2020, Newcastleton Bunkhouse sleeps up to 14 in 3 en-suite rooms, so is ideal for familys. There is a self-catering kitchen and dining room where people can meet and share stories. It really popular with cyclists, walkers and family groups.

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Another great hostel in the independent hostels network

Denton House is a purpose built hostel in Keswick in the Lake District. Surrounded by stunning scenery, great cycling and wonderful walking, Derwentwater is just a short stroll away. The hostel is warm, comfortable and well equipped for self-catering. Book by the bed, the room or book sole use of the whole place (sleeps 66).

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The Woodlands Centre in Betws-Y-Coed – Perfect for SlateTrail walkers

The Woodlands Centre is just two minutes walk from the Slate Trail as it passes through Betws-y-Coed and ideally located in the heart of the village, with its convenient pubs and restaurants for your evening meal and breakfast options. The centre itself offers a variety of superbly affordable room choices (single, twin or family rooms, group dorms and twin ensuite), with a communal kitchen. Our facilities are perfectly geared for hikers, cyclists and those generally enjoying the outdoors, with a large drying room, kit storage, newly refurbished bathroom facilities and shared lounge, as well as exquisite views over the village from the garden. Free onsite parking also available.

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Woodlands Centre Betws-y-Coed

Kendal Hostel supports their local community.

We support the air ambulance by hiring towels and donating the rental money to them. We give our old towels and duvets to Animal Rescue and lend our large games to the RSPCA for Field Days. Jan is a member of Kendal Bid and gives her time freely to the local Coach Initiative. We donate beds to Security staff at Kendal Torchlight to help it survive. We donate all unclaimed lost property to Scope our local charity shop as well as donating through Feegle. We share all unwanted food with the community, much to Mollie the dogs disgust!

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Hostel at Hawes Stargazing

Wednesday 19th February 2025 : 18:00 – 21:30 join the dark skies festival in a stargazing event at the Hostel at Hawes. Its great to have an event on your calendar to cheer up those dark February nights, and you can make a mini trip of it with a stay at the Hostel at Hawes.

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Stays at Snowdon House Bunkhouse now include duvets, pillows and towels

Ideal group accommodation for up to 10 people, Snowdon House Bunkhouse lies in the iconic Llanberis Pass at the foot of Snowdon and now has a brand new 7 person hot tub. Surrounded by stunning Snowdonia landscape, it is the perfect base for walkers, climbers, cyclists & families wanting to explore Snowdonia. With walks, scrambling & climbing on the doorstep & a short drive to beaches, castles, steam trains and the famous Zip Wire, there is something for everybody.

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snowdon house bunkhouse bunks with duvets and sheets