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Gilfach Wen Barn – cleaning between guests – Coronavirus
To respond to Coronavirus I have changed booking policies for Gilfach Wen Barn. – Only exclusive bookings from large groups and a minimum of 36 hours between bookings for deep clean.
Hafren Forest Bunkhouse provide dog friendly lodgings
A former weather station turned inviting hostel in mid Wales, cosy and welcoming of dogs. Whats not to love?
Stylish and vibrant. Green Rooms offer comfortable accommodation in London
A multifaceted hostel also functioning as both a bar and an eclectic arts space for young creatives.
Extra measures to protect guests from Coronavirus
At Hafren Forest Bunkhouse we have taken extra measures in supporting our guests with taking extra care with regards to washing their hands
Kendal and the Lake District is OPEN
At Kendal Hostel there is an overpowering smell of bleach and cleaning is even more thorough than normal. We can accommodate groups, singles, doubles, twins and families Secure bike shed / log burner
Deep cleaned hostel in the woods: sole use availability at Easter
Shining Cliff hostel, located off-road within the beautiful Shining Cliff woods in Derbyshire is available for sole use from 6th-8th April; Normally £280 per night due to present coronavirus guidance I am happy to negotiate a lower price if a family want to get away with sole use of the hostel for a few nights.
Deepdale Hygge Festival. CANCELLED
It is with real sadness that we have decided to cancel the Deepdale Hygge & Deepdale Spring Market. We’ve given this decision a huge amount of thought, and feel it is the only sensible course of action with the impending coronavirus situation.
Reassurance to our guests coming to Snowdonia
Pentre Bach Bunkhouse would like to reassure our guests that cleaning is happening everyday and a deep clean always has been carried out after each group regardless of Corona virus.
Cheap and cheerful bothy accommodation on the Pennine Way
Malham Tarn Bothies (National Trust owned) offer shelter to Pennine Way users. Best described as a ‘stone tent’, you will need all your camping equipment just not your tent.
A Scottish wildlife hotspot in the lively town of Thurso
Sandras Hostel located in the northern most town of the UK mainland. A wonderful spot to be sure, full of wildlife spotting opportunities and teeming with interesting history.
Visit Hoy and learn the Norse tales of Wonder
After just ten minutes on Hoy it becomes apparent how it made its way into Norse Mythology. The dramatic scenery all round serves as a powerful backdrop for an epic. The never-ending battle between Heðin and Högni…
A wonderful Estate on the edge of the Granite City
Craibstone Estate in Scotland’s North East is set in 800 acres of glorious woodlands, providing a quiet and relaxing base where you can unwind by exploring the secluded grounds and enjoying the woodland walks and wildlife-watching.
Retreat to Northumberland at Ninebanks Youth Hostel
Ninebanks is a YHA affiliated hostel. Offering 4 star accommodation in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding National Beauty. A natural choice for retreats.
Drink discounts for guests at Publove
The Crown similarly to all hostels in the Publove family offer stylish lodgings with a whole host of benefits. Namely a 10% discount on food and (arguably more importantly) drink.
Cycle Wales, with a quick stop in Mexico
Pantyrathro International Hostel is a quirky hostel. Situated in the virtually traffic free lanes of South Wales it has been decorated with Mexico in mind. Perfect for Cyclists, and those with a taste for adventure… and nachos.
Dark Skies Festival 2020
Visit Exmoor for a variety of Stargazing events. From 16th-31st October 2020.
Geography Trips to St Ives in Cornwall
The physical and human geography of the region; its coastline, geology and industrial heritage make Cornwall a great destination for geography field trips. Stay at award winning hostel Cohort.
Gauber Bunk Barn is dog friendly
Those in search of dog friendly accommodation in the Yorkshire dales look no further.
Hen night out? Look no further than Matlock Glamping Rooms.
While its completely possible to stay in a sterile hotel for a standard weekend break. There is another option. Matlock has a wonderful lively atmosphere, many restaurants, cocktail bars and even a few nightclubs. Very much suited for a good time with the gals.
