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Late Weekend Availability at Shining Cliff hostel

A uniquely situated off-road woodland hostel on the edge of the Peak District. We’ve got late availability for Easter, which is a beautiful time to be in this stunning ancient woodland, with crags, a lake and streams to explore and play, it’s a magical setting to get away from it all and feel nurtured in this stunning woodland.

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Pristine Highland Wilderness

Our Inchnadamph Explorers Lodge is nested on the far North West Coast of the Highlands in breathtaking and pristine wilderness where the stags roam free around the hills, seals and otters play by the shores and were white sand beaches make you feel relaxed & refreshed. We love the incredible connection between land and the sea. There is simply no other place like it!
Come and experience this spectacular beauty this season!
We offer a wide range of accommodation types for all budgets.

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Ideal accommodation just 1 mile from the Mountain Bike Coast to Coast.

Cote Ghyll Mill offers top-notch facilities for cyclists, including a secure bike store, a state-of-the-art drying room, and private en-suite rooms with 2, 4, or 6 beds. Just a mile from the Coast to Coast route and surrounded by scenic cycling trails, it’s the perfect base for your adventure. Enjoy fantastic on-site amenities, with both self-catering and meal options available. Nearby Osmotherley village has charming pubs, a tea room, and shops. Plus, we provide fresh bed linen, so your bed is ready for you to jump into and recharge.

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Glaramara 14 Bed Bunkhouse is getting prepared for its 2025 GLOW UP!

OUT WITH OLD AND IN WITH THE NEW !!!
With the main house having its make over last year.. WE are finally making a start on our GLARAMARA BUNKHOUSE, also known as the ANNEX. The annex in total sleeps 14 people with its own toilet and shower block, Very popular over the last couple of years with Groups, Families and Solo travellers.

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Crookstone Barn provides an ideal start to your Pennine Way adventure.

Situated on the eastern slopes of Kinder, at 1160ft it is just a mile from the summit and three miles (mostly downhill) through the vale of Edale to the official start. The barn sleeps up to 23 in 5 rooms and has electricity and open fires. The Pennine Way skirts the western side of the Kinder plateau so here’s your chance to explore the eastern flank and warm up those legs ready for the amazing challenge that lies ahead.

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Exterior of barn with the Landrover in the foreground

Enjoy your May Bank Holiday with a relaxing escape to the Welsh countryside

Escape to Llangollen Hostel this May Bank Holiday for a cosy countryside retreat. Nestled in the heart of this charming Welsh town, the hostel offers a warm welcome, comfortable rooms, and easy access to stunning riverside walks, historic landmarks, and outdoor adventures.

Whether you’re exploring the scenic Dee Valley, hiking up Castell Dinas Brân, or simply unwinding in a friendly atmosphere, Llangollen Hostel is the perfect base for your May Bank Holiday long weekend getaway.

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A welcome shortcut on the North Sea Cycle Route

A welcome shortcut on the North Sea Cycle Route, the medieval walled town of Castle Acre has an ancient tradition of serving travelers on the pilgrim routes. The Old Red Lion provides private rooms and a dormitory for groups of cyclists. Enclosed courtyard for bike storage, a wonderful space for self-catering and pubs nearby.

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old red lion castle acre

Our guide to North Norfolk Wildlife Watching & Bird Watching

Our guide to wildlife watching & bird watching in North Norfolk, a county that is full of natural features, nature reserves, stunning coastline and countryside. The local wildlife and annual visitors are wonderful to watch. And you’ll find great pubs, cafes & restaurants nearby to keep you fed & watered while you explore this beautiful part of the world. – www.deepdalecamping.co.uk/wildlife/

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Why Sandra’s Hostel is a Cyclist’s Dream Stop on the North Sea Cycle Route

For cyclists riding the North Sea Cycle Route, Sandra’s Hostel in Thurso makes an ideal stop-over. Run by fellow adventurers who understand the needs of passing cyclists, a free continental breakfast is provided each morning. You have a choice of a bunk in a cosy dorm or a private room. The bustling town of Thurso has plenty of places to buy food for your evening meal or to eat out if you don’t fancy self-catering.

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A home away from home for those who don’t usually have the opportunity to access the magic and beauty of rural Wales.

The Braich Goch Bunkhouse and Inn, owned by the Anne Matthews Trust, provides sanctuary, residentials & critical learning spaces for individuals, groups and organisations of people from refugee and migrant backgrounds, with a focus on young adults seeking asylum in the UK. The funds raised through your booking will contribute directly towards these charitable aims.

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Braich Goch Bunkhouse and Inn

A pleasant diversion from the North Sea Cycle Route

We are 21 flat, rural miles from Arbroath—not directly on the traditional North Sea Cycle Route, but well worth the detour. Many cyclists choose to stay with us, especially those coming from the coastal Montrose direction. The area offers gently rolling country lanes, perfect for cycling, and we welcome one-night stays for touring cyclists. In 2025, we’re excited to introduce a brand-new cycle storage area, providing a dedicated space for bike maintenance and secure storage.

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exterior photo of Auchlishie Bunkhouse

Quirky accommodation in Suffolk for long distance cyclists

The Tudor Barn is the perfect pit stop on your cycling adventure. Just 7 miles off the epic North Sea Cycle Route (NCN1 or EuroVelo12) that weaves through part of Suffolk, our large group accommodation provides serious cyclists with a comfortable farmstay bolthole.

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Cycling holidays in the Yorkshires Wolds and beyond

In the heart of old town Hull, run by a cycling enthusiast, this traditional hostel offers safe cycle parking and cycle rentals at the cheapest rates you will find. Several long distance routes pass through or near Hull. Route 1 – Hull to Harwich starts or ends here. The TransPennine Trail (route 67) is within a mile of us. Or for those fancying a lovely cycling day trip, the Hull to Hornsea rail trail takes the same route to the coast. Route 65 is also close by, connecting up to North Yorkshire. The Wolds Way ( route 66) officially starts a few miles away in Hessle under the Humber Bridge. And we are the perfect resting point for those either leaving or returning on the Hull – Rotterdam daily ferry service.

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hornsea trans pennine trail