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Walkers’ Bunkbarn and Campsite on the Pennine Way

       Winshields Bunkbarn and Campsite

Winshields Bunkbarn at Twice Brewed near Hexham, is exactly what walkers on The Pennine Way 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?

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Exterioe of stone bunkhouse building

Cyclists bunkbarn on Hadrian’s Cycleway

       Winshields Bunkbarn and Campsite

Winshields Bunkbarn at Twice Brewed near Hexham, is exactly what cyclists on Hadrian’s Cycleway 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?

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Side view of Winshields bunkhouse with view of the yard in front

Escape to our Romantic Retreat

       Ilderton Dod Barns

Our two barn conversions at Ilderton Dod Barns, within Northumberland National Park, are the ideal place to escape the rat race this winter and relax, surrounded by wildlife, dark skies and wild, open spaces. Then retreat to your own log burner, hot power-showers and comfortable beds. Although The Barn can accommodate the whole family, both properties are often rented out to couples and both properties have a king-sized bed.

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double bed at ilderton dod barns

Fancy a challenge for 2025?

       Crookstone Barn

Our barn is the perfect place to set off on the 18 mile Kinder Perimeter Challenge walk, with 2,700 feet of ascent and spectacular view every step of the way.

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Comfy hostel with breakfast on South West Coast Path

       Boswinger Hostel

Comfy beds, evening pizzas, full breakfasts, drying room and hot showers available in characterful hostel 10 minute walk from Hemmick Beach on South West Coast Path. The weather is set to be warm and dry over the next two week or so – great hiking weather!

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The Pennine Bridleway and you!

       Earby Hostel

Spanning 205 miles, the Pennine Bridleway unfolds through the Pennine hills from Derbyshire to Cumbria. Crafted with equestrians in mind, it also offers an exhilarating experience for mountain bikers and hikers alike.

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Explore your creative side!

       Seahouses Hostel

Both Lowry and Turner were big fans of Northumberland and with its rich landscape, stunning coastline, romantic castles, pretty gardens and beautiful light, it’s easy to see why!

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Heat Pumps, Solar panels and Electric Vehicle Chargers at Hagg Farm Outdoor Education Centre

       Hagg Farm Outdoor Centre

Hagg Farm Outdoor Education Centre near Ladybower in the Peak District is always looking for ways to reduce the centre’s carbon footprint. Old oil boilers have been replaced with modern heat pumps which now provide heating and hot water is provided by electricity. Hagg Farm has had solar panels on roofs for around ten years but new modern solar panels have been added which feed energy into battery storage. This will help the centre move closer to covering its own power needs from solar.

In addition six electric vehicle chargers have been installed in the car park which will be available for guests to use (and in the future hopefully provide charging for the centre’s future minibuses).

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solar pannels and EV charger are Hagg Farm Centre

May half term at Rookhow Bunkbarn, Lake District

       Rookhow Bunkbarn

Just 2 nights left for May half term: Wednesday 28th-Friday 30th May. The perfect location for a group of families or friends. Near Coniston and Windermere in a quiet corner of the Lakes with a woodland all to yourselves! Campfire, yurt, outdoor seating. Newly renovated and refurbished bunkbarn with EV charging point, air source heat pump.

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A beautiful hostel in a beautiful Scottish seaside town

       Murray Library Hostel

If you’re looking for stylish, comfortable seaside accommodation that doesn’t cost the earth – look no further than Murray Library Hostel. Right on the seafront in the charming fishing village of Anstruther on the east coast of Scotland, this iconic former library has one of the best views in town. Each bedroom looks out to the beach. The bustling harbour, with boat trips, fishing boats and yachts is just down the road. Artisan shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants are around the corner. And if you fancy a bracing walk the Fife Coastal Path will take you to neighbouring fishing villages.

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Harbour in the sunset

Find out more about the future of Skiddaw House

       Skiddaw House Hostel

In September, Cumbria Wildlife Trust announced that they had bought the 3000 acres of National Park that surrounds Skiddaw House. Their 100 year plan is to return a 620 acre Atlantic rainforest to the area, restore peat bog land and hope to see more wildlife thrive on the fells.

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skiddaw house with YHA and Independent Hostels sign

Fancy a bit of stargazing?

       Seahouses Hostel

Seahouses Hostel is perfectly located in this official Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where the dark expanse of sky over the sea and very little street lighting means that it is possible to enjoy Northumberland’s night skies and even see the dazzling Aurora Borealis if you’re lucky!

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Celebrate the New Year on the Cornish Coast

       Boswinger Hostel

Boswinger Hostel has it all: A fabulous coastal location, tucked away from the crowds with numerous coastal paths, secluded coves and quiet lanes just moments from the door. Book a private room (2-, 4- or 6-bed) and work off the Christmas pudding with long, blustery coastal walks. Min stay 2 nights.

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A secluded cove at sunset