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Carlisle City Hostel is Carlisle’s only independent hostel. Located a few minutes from the Hadrians Wall Long Distance Walk on picturesque Abbey Street. The building is an old Georgian terrace that can accommodate up to 20 guests. There is a communal kitchen and lounge. Asking price of £295,000.
Hamilton Lodge and James John Hamilton House (aka The Hamiltons) are just off the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path in the small, picturesque town of Fishguard in Pembrokeshire. With the Pembrokeshire coast on you’re door step there is so much to keep people of all ages entertained, with stunning walks and beaches. You may even spot some of the local dolphins if you’re lucky.
A former church in a stunning location surrounded by mountains, moors and sea has been lovingly converted into a warm and spacious hostel. Stoer Hostel welcomed the first guests earlier this month. Whether you are a walker, a cyclist, a geologist, an adventurer or someone who just wants to savour the peace and remoteness of the Rhu Stòr peninsular, look no further than Stoer Hostel.
Located in the iconic Langdale valley, just 4.5 miles from Ambleside, staffed by passionate and welcoming people its no wonder the Elterwater Hostel won bronze in ‘ Great Outdoors Magazine Readers’ Awards Best Hostel or Bunkhouse 2021′.
Treat yourself and your family and friends to a few days at Radcliffes Lodge in the popular fishing village of Amble. This brand new purpose-built hostel combines luxury with a perfect location. Situated on the seafront, the marina is just next door and you are a few steps away from lovely bars, cafes, restaurants and interesting shops.
PERMANENTLY CLOSED ON 3rd MARCH 2024. There are few more dramatic places for wild swimming than Derwentwater, and Derwentwater Independent Hostel stands on the lake shore, overlooking the shallow sheltered waters of Barrow Bay, which warm quickly in the spring and summer months. And we hope this image speaks for itself.
Cholderton Farm, home of Cholderton Stonehenge Hostel, is licensed for marriages. They are licenced to hold ceremonies in different parts of the farm such as vineyards, woodland, and intimate or large ceremonies. Then afterwards you can celebrate in a marquee, a tipi or yurt! The hostel onsite provides value accommodation for wedding guests and the farm has some great areas for celebrations including a wedding barn. Make your dreams come true at Cholderton Farm.
With access to the 7stanes Trails, the Reivers Cycle Route and the Cross Border Trail on the doorstep, mountain bikers are flocking to this community-run bunkhouse. Opened in 2022 it has been designed with mountain bikers, cyclists and walkers in mind. There’s a large drying room with a sink for washing muddy boots, piping hot showers for tired muscles and a fabulous open plan kitchen, diner/lounge for gathering together, cooking, relaxing and re-living the day’s adventures.
Availability is now online for 2023 for Exclusive hire of Wooler Youth Hostel and Shepherds’ Huts
Outdoor Inns have opened their first luxury eco-cabins in the grounds of The Star in Lidgate. These cosy Scandinavian style cabins sleep up to 6 in 2 twin rooms and a double sofa bed. Equipped with a kitchenette and 2 separate shower rooms, there is everything you need for a relaxing & unique stay that won’t break the bank. Dogs are welcome too. Lidgate is surrounded by rolling Suffolk countryside (perfect for dog walking). Newmarket with all its horse racing connections is just a 15 min drive. And when the day’s activities are over there’s the charming 16th-century listed country pub and restaurant a few steps from your front door. What more could you ask for?
The Sail Loft can be booked for exclusive use for large family gatherings at Christmas. Stay in this four-star VisitScotland rated bunkhouse with 25 luxurious beds and bunks. It has a well-equipped, open plan kitchen and lounge, with a log burning stove offering cosy comfort after a day outdoors. Dogs are also welcome, so no need to leave your four-legged members of the clan at home. Portsoy in Aberdeenshire offers a relaxing getaway; fresh sea air, meandering coastal walks and tranquil countryside, there is plenty to explore whilst working off the Christmas indulgence.
The word “hostel” often strikes fear in peoples’ hearts as they imagine themselves sharing a dorm with 24 snoring strangers and not getting a wink of sleep. And although there are many, wonderful hostels that fit this description, Earby Hostel bucks this trend and will get you thinking differently about hostels, specifically staying in hostels as a family.
With beds available by the night and a welcome guaranteed, Edens Yard in beautiful Cornwall is ideal for pilgrims, walkers, and everyone who enjoys a long-distance trail.
At the Wild Wool Barn in Ennerdale in the Lake District, we are fully sustained by the landscape. If we are not energising our souls with the peaceful escape from the hurly burly of everyday life, we are recharging our batteries with solar power to keep the lights on.
Church Stretton has an amazing golf course, situated on the hills above the All Stretton Bunkhouse
Blow away the cobwebs! Ashbourne Gateway Centre can provide you and your group with a base for low level, not too muddy and easy to navigate winter walks. From sheltered walks in Dove Dale (pictured) to circular walks of Carsington Reservoir (8.5 miles). The old LNWR railway line, now Tissington Trail, provides a route out to the delightful village of Tissington and back from the Centre’s front door (8 miles). You could celebrate with a fish and chips takeaway when back at Ashbourne.
Carrshield Camping Barn in the North Pennines sleeps up to 18 in 3 rooms, each with a wood-burning stove and a raised wooden sleeping platform. BYO stove, bedding, torch & water. Carrshield is situated within the North Pennines AONB which is renowned for it’s wilderness and also for being the snowiest place in England. Do you fancy a winter break in the snow?
Have a night off in Rydal on this challenging route from St Bees to Robin Hoods bay.
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At Glenbeg Bunkhouse you’ll have access to the wide range of exceptional outdoor activity experiences offered by their parent company, Cairngorms Activities.
Cairngorm adventures at Glenbeg Bunkhouse
When you pay bunkhouses prices for your accommodation, you will have more in your pocket for your activities.
