This lovely bunch from York have been and gone recently. They may be missing The Old School House and the beautiful Robin Hood’s Bay views but they’re already booked back in for 2025.
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February Half Term Availability at Denton House Hostel
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. Recently refurbished, the hostel is warm, comfortable and well equipped. Book by the bed, the room or book sole use of the whole place (sleeps 66).
A warm welcome for cyclists on the North Sea Coast, just a couple off miles of NCN1
In the heart of old town Hull, run by a cycling enthusiast. Hull Trinity Backpackers offer safe cycle storage, and has welcomed both individuals and groups over the years. Plenty of friendly hostelries nearby offering food and liquid refreshments for those weary legs! Easy to find too – right next to Hull Minster and Trinity Indoor Market. We’re a traditional hostel, minutes from the waterfront, we provide coffees, ices and a kitchenette too, for those wishing to do their own thing. All welcome!
Freindly accommodation just half a mile from the South West Cost Path.
Family-run accommodation in an idyllic location, perfect for solo travelers and groups of up to 16 walkers. We offer comfortable private rooms with all bedding and towels provided. We also provide breakfast and packed lunches for your journey, and we have an on-site honesty shop for snacks and drinks after a long walk. We are just 10 minutes stroll from the pub, the First and Last Inn. There is also a bus stop in the village, allowing you to drop off your backpack early for a hassle-free walk.
Start or finish your Wales Coast Path walk at this very special bunkhouse
Camp Hillcrest is 9 miles out of Chepstow, and you can walk to the start of the Wales Coast Path mostly along the Offa’s Dyke path. Bedding is provided, dogs are welcome by arrangement and breakfast, packed lunches and hearty evening meals are available if booked in advance. A drying room, hot showers, comfy beds and the chance to meet other walkers tick all the final boxes on every walkers’ wish list.
Closure of Derwentwater Independent Hostel on 3rd March 2024.
Hearing the sad news of the closure of Derwentwater Independent Hostel, we would like to thank the trustees and employees of this amazing charity. Their hard work and investment rescued the hostel from closure when it was sold by the YHA and extended its life by a further 12 years. This has produced an amazing impact on the lives of many young people over the last 12 years, and given the rest of us an opportunity to stay in this grand building, an iconic hostel.
You can read the full announcement from the Trustees of Derwentwater Independent Hostel here.
We welcome adventure seekers!
Hens or stags, adrenaline junkies or lovers of the high life… come one come all to Lowick School Bunkhouse!
Summer Exclusive use in Derbyshire
Did you know Mount Cook is available for Exclusive Hire? Located on the edge of the Peak District, Mount Cook Adventure Centre is the perfect location for large bookings looking for a picturesque backdrop. We can accommodate up to 180 people, making it ideal for large events.
On Wainwright’s Mountain Bike Route, 14 miles east of Reeth.
Brompton on Swale Bunkbarn has lockable storage and an outside tap to wash bikes off. It’s just off the route on the main road. Self-catering kitchen and lounge. Book a bunk or a private room. Sleeping bags and towels can be hired. There is a shop directly opposite and a pub 100m away that serves lovely pub grub and breakfast. Lots of reviews on Google.
Opening on 28th March.
Ocean backpackers in sunny Ilfracombe will be open again on 28th March after the winter closure. Guests old and new will be welcomed with open arms to this gem of a seaside hostel.
Easter Breaks in Snowdonia
We have availability this Easter so come and explore the area around Pentre Bach Bunkhouse. We are well situated for exploring the mountains, forests, and coastal walks. Easter weather is often good and its a quieter time to enjoy the mountains. The local pub is a great place to have an ample meal and a lovely real ale brewed on their premises. We have a garden area with ample seating, bbq and firepit which is great for stargazing. We are dog friendly too.
Easter breaks for walkers & cyclists at the Old Brooder in Suffolk!
Bring your friends or family to the Old Brooder on a walking or cycling holiday – we’ve got 22 road bikes and maps to borrow with short or long walking or cycling routes planned for guests. Enjoy our farm trails, footpaths or quiet country lanes with pubs, nature reserves and Millennium Greens to stop at and have a picnic! Historic houses, beautiful countryside, medieval villages … and come back for an evening feasting together in the kitchen or, in the summer, a barbecue with croquet.
Did you know that groups can stay in the War Memorial Hall?
Bradwell War Memorial Hall is in the pretty village of Bradwell in the heart of the Peak District. This community run hall offers low cost self-catering accommodation to groups of 6-42. There’s a well equipped kitchen, hot water, toilet blocks with one male and one female shower. What’s more its centrally heated. There are no bunk beds, so you must bring your own sleeping mat and bedding. With footpaths on the doorstep its worth the low cost of an overnight stay. Because whatever the weather if you stay at Bradwell War Memorial Hall you will have a warm and dry evening and all your group will be ready to face more challenges the next day.
A February half term break in North Wales.
Book your stay at Capel Tanrallt for February half term. North Wales is a great place to visit at any time of the year. At Capel Tanrallt we have a wood pellet burning stove in the lounge, games and a pool table. We also have a drying room, so whatever the weather, you can enjoy getting out. That being said, the weather can be stunning in February, and if it is, you will want to be out all of the time!
Luxury bunkhouse on Loch Ness
Everyone needs to visit Loch Ness at least once in their lifetime. Now with this fab new bunkhouse attached to the Loch Ness Inn in the village of Drumnadrochit, you don’t have an excuse. There’s plenty to do and see in the area. There’s great walking; The Great Glen Way passes the doorstep. You’ll find water sports, fishing and boat trips on the Loch and wonderful cycling. Not to mention the stunning highland scenery that will surround you. Remember to pack binoculars, you can’t visit Loch Ness without spending some time looking for Nessie!
Travellers, Revolutionaries and…You?
We thought we would let you in on a little secret about a very special place.
You can have it all to yourself this Valentines and that’s not just the double bed! Hostel and Ennerdale valley included!
At the Wild Wool Barn Ennerdale you have everything to yourselves. Book this exclusive small hostel with a double bed and you will be guaranteed peace and tranquillity, stunning views and many private moments away from the main tourist routes of the Lake District. Take romantic walks around Ennerdale Water. Hike the Ennerdale Horseshoe. Dine in cosy village pubs. Drink champagne in front of the log burning stove. You will not be disturbed.
Group Accommodation on the Catherdrals Cycle Route
Boundless Outdoors offers group accommodation in the beautiful Malvern Hills. A perfect stop off point for your cycling tour of the Cathedrals Cycle Route, just 45 mins from Worcester Catherdral
With a chalet sleeping up to 18, full centre hire dormitory hire for up to 100 and a campsite, there is a flexible option to suit every group. Nestled in the Malvern Hills Boundless Outdoors provides a secluded rural escape for groups set within 9 acres of woodland. The Scandinavian chalet is set on one level and includes accommodation for up to 18 guests or our dormitory blocks can sleep up to 100 with full kitchen facilities, common rooms and even a skittles alley!
Find out more at boundless outdoors.co.uk.
Skiddaw House Hostel: a worthy nominee in the TGO Best Hostel Awards.
Little wonder that the unique and magical Skiddaw House Hostel has been nominated fro BEST HOSTEL in The Great Outdoors 2024 awards. Situated in wonderful isolation, 3.5 miles from the nearest road on the side of Skiddaw in the Lake District, it is the highest hostel in the country. The perfect base for walkers on their way to the summit of Skiddaw, for those doing the Cumbria Way or others wanting to explore the northern fells.
Nominated again for the BEST HOSTEL in the TGO awards
Elterwater Hostel has been nominated for BEST HOSTEL for the second time in The Great Outdoors Awards. In 2021 Elterwater was awarded 3rd place. “Friendly”, “fantastic” and “awesome” were but a few of the superlatives voters used to describe Elterwater Independent Hostel back then. It is set in an idyllic location close to the Langdale Pikes. Others praised the “friendly and most helpful staff”, the “great food” and facilities including a well-equipped kitchen and “proper lounge”. It has a “great location for some fantastic walks with a super pub and restaurant just down the road” commented another voter. Can this wonderful hostel go one or two better this year? A vote from you would help.
