Diffwys Outdoor Centre is the perfect base from which to explore the remote wilderness of the Cambrian Mountains this summer.
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Cote Ghyll Mill scoops one of the UK tourism industry’s most prestigious awards.
Cote Ghyll Mill in Osmotherley, North Yorkshire has proudly announced that it has scooped a prestigious VisitEngland 2022 Rose Award.
Environmentally friendly developments at Houghton North Farm Accommodation
The accommodation at Houghton North Farm is now heated by a wood pellet bio-mass boiler and the electricity is supplied by a 20 kilowatt wind turbine.
Secluded setting for faith groups
The Boundless Outdoors centres in Malvern and Bell Heath are set amidst beautiful woodland and can provide tailored visits and accommodation for your group.
Luxury hostel style accommodation in the Yorkshire Dales
Dales Lodge, near Ingelton, is a brand new build with a ski chalet type feel. It combines 5* hotel quality with the flexibility and friendliness of a traditional communal hostel. Book a bed a small dorms, book a private 4-bed or double (en suite) room or book the whole place (sleeping 28) for a family gathering or group of friends.
Come and enjoy the wildlife on our environmentally-friendly farm in Suffolk
Group accommodation peacefully surrounded by our working farm with much loved ancient wildflower meadows and beautiful barns, walled garden, hedged countryside and historic landscape.
Great value accommodation in a fabulous outdoor playground
Gulabin Lodge, in Glenshee in the Southern Cairngorms is the perfect combination of great value accommodation and a fabulous outdoor playground to suit all ages and abilities. Snowboarding and Skiing in winter, climbing, mountain biking and water activities like canoeing and coastering vailable all year around. Or you can simply visit to enjoy the lovely setting as a retreat in the Southern Cairngorms.
Just the ticket for large groups. Superb hostel in the Yorkshire Dales
If you are looking warm, comfortable & affordable accommodation for groups of up to 40………look no further than Low Mill Outdoor Centre in Wensleydale. Situated on the edge of the picturesque village of Askrigg with with good access to many walks, rivers, climbs and caves, you won’t be short of things to do. The Pennine Way and Lady Anne’s Way are within a few miles.
Superb flexible accessible accommodation at remote Welsh hostel
Cwm Clyd Bunkhouse is situated deep in the remote Elan Valley Dark Sky Park and is accessible to all. The bunkhouse is split into three buildings: The Longhouse (sleeping 12) and The Carthouse (sleeping 6) and the Main Building which houses all the communal facilities. Just off the Main Building there’s an accessible room with en suite wet room and single bed. The Longhouse and The Carthouse can be booked separately or together and the accessible room can be added to either booking.
Bring your group to Ashbourne this August
Ashbourne Gateway Centre has places for sole use by small groups who want to explore the Peak District this August. Just north of Ashbourne are the dramatic Dovedale and Manifold valleys. There are many attractions nearby including Alton Towers, the Crich Tramway Village, Chatsworth House and Carsington Water (water sports and ornithology). We are adjacent to the start of the Tissington Trail which provides car free walking and cycling through open countryside. Ice cream shops are nearby!
Dogs love the Lake District
At the Wild Wool Barn we love dogs, with owners who love walking in the Fells
Great accommodation for an active family get together
In the peaceful village of Rookhope, in Weardale, Barrington Bunkhouse sleeps 13 people in comfy bunks around a central relaxing area. It has a small kitchenette and is ideal for family groups. Dogs by arrangement. A warm welcome awaits.
Skiddaw House diversifies the ways it is eco-concious
Skiddaw House is an off-grid game keeper’s lodge situated one and half thousand feet up, on the side of Skiddaw Mountain in the Lake District. Sue, the manager, is passionate about running Skiddaw House in an environmentally sympathetic way
The gentle wilderness of Outstanding Nature Beauty in south Northumberland
An area that is often missed by many the south of Northumberland within the North Pennines AONB has much to offer away from the crowded places. You can explore at your own speed, sometimes without seeing fellow explorers all day. We have walks and runs from the door, a long-distance path, museums, and vast open countryside., with Hadrian’s Wall is only a short distance away
A Busy Summer at Bron-y-Gader
We are almost fully booked in August and all weekends from end of July through to end of October are booked. There are a couple of weeks and weekends available in July plus mid weeks from September. See our availability calendar on IHUK website.
Just imagine – Breakfast with a view like this for £16 a night
The view, (and the low price) and the breakfast are just two of many reasons to stay at The White Horse Inn Bunkhouse near the pretty Lakeland village of Threlkeld. The fact the Coast to Coast cycle route passes the door and you can walk up Blencathra from the garden make it the perfect base for walkers, fell runners and cyclists. Keswick with all its attractions is a short drive down the road. And finally the traditional White Horse Inn just below the bunkhouse serves fantastic home cooked food and local ales. Be sure to book, as it’s very popular.
Stag and Hen Dos are welcome at Mount Cook Adventure Centre
Looking for an action packed Hen or Stag do? Then Mount Cook Adeventre Centre on the edge of the Peak District has your back!
Super accessiblity at this fab Yorkshire Centre
Low Mill Outdoor Center is a not-for-profit charity whose mission is to enable children and young adults to experience the real outdoors. This is reflected in accessiblity features they have installed.
Peak District Paradise
With four buildings, each slightly different so there will be one perfect for you, in the beautiful Peak District right by the famous Manifold Valley, makes a stay with us perfect for walkers, outdoor lovers and those seeking some peace and quiet.
Llanfyllin Workhouse can be hired for your wedding or function
We have 2 indoor venue/meeting rooms, a 5 star professional catering kitchen, a fully licensed bar, a 20 bed bunkhouse and 6.5 acres of beautiful grounds and gardens to explore and enjoy, making us the perfect site for your wedding, private party, festival, conference or meeting.



















