A longer walk on day 5 of approx 19 miles from Patterdale will take you to a Reagill Village Hall. It’s about 3 miles from the C2C walking route at Shap. The accommodation here is more basic than most other places but that is reflected in the price.
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Night 5: A choice of accommodation at Shap.
The route from Patterdale to Shap is 16 miles and usually takes about 6-8 hours. You will be rewarded at the end of your day with a night at New Ing Lodge.
A perfect retreat on the Northumbrian Coast
The Hides is located in the quiet end of the bustling coastal village of Seahouses. This allows for a quiet evening and a good nights sleep while not being far away at all from the beautiful coastline, wide open beaches, castles and monastery’s that Northumberland is famous for.
A true Orkney getaway this Spring Bank holiday
Remote and truly one of a kind, Rackwick hostel is the perfect location for those looking to escape the crowds.
Explore Bustling Callander this Spring Bank Holiday
CYP Holiday’s Hostel is the ideal place to soak up southern Scotland and it has availability for this bank holiday weekend. Situated by the river Teith it’s the perfect mix of gorgeous rural Scotland with a slice of the more lively town atmosphere.
Mount Cook: the perfect place for large groups
With a capacity of 180 (plus 40 more camping), Mount Cook Adventure Centre has everything you want for a large group holiday or weekend break.
A another fantastic bunkhouse joins the Independent Hostels network
If you love the mountains and the coast of Snowdonia and North Wales, you’ll love Lon Dryll Outdoors. Completely refurbished and under new ownership it offers, comfortable, affordable accommodation to groups of 10-29. With a location to die for, you have 360 degree panoramic views. On one side there’s the majesty of the mountains, on the other you look out to the Cardigan Bay and the sea beyond.
Sheen bunkhouse, a Peak District gem
Set in the rolling hills of the Peak District the Sheen Bunkhouse is on a working farm in the small rural village of Sheen and is surrounded by stunning views and famous trails. Its a perfect place for walkers who are looking for a quiet place to stay as they explore this stunning part of the country.
Newbrough Bunkhouse is available for spring bank holiday
This community run bunkhouse is in the centre of the village of Newbrough on the Sandstone Way & Hadrian’s Cycleway and with footpaths leading directly to Hadrian’s Wall. Please phone or email to enquire and book.
Summer Short Breaks at Hawse End Centre
Ghyll Scrambling, canoe rafting, mountain walking, problem solving, archery, bushcraft, orienteering, rock climbing, abseiling, open canoeing, kayaking, sailing, mountain biking, caving, mine exploration, sailing and mountain biking. Does this sound like your kind of holiday? Then look no further than Hawse End Centre and Cottage.
Wayfarers Hostel has been featured in Richard Hammond’s new book, The Green Traveller!
We’re really pleased to hear we’ve been featured in The Green Traveller. A book about conscious, low carbon adventures and eco travel in the UK, Europe and beyond.
Here at Wayfarers we try to be as eco as possible by offering electric car charging, secure bike storage and tools for fixing up your bike, lots of local info about getting around on public transport and we recycle!
Our copy is on our way and will be a welcome addition to our library 🙂
An alternative 2nd night stopover
Bowderstone Bunkhouse is around 1km north of the C2C route. Leave the route at Rosthwaite and walk along the road for a bit, then take a footpath that leads you to this enchanting bothy.
First night option: Exclusive hire, dorm beds and camping in Ennerdale
One mile from Wainwrights Coast to Coast walk, north of Ennerdale Water, the Wild Wool Barn provides accommodation for walkers. It is perfect for a small groups, sleeping 6 in the luxury bunkhouse plus an extra six camping. Alternativly you can book individual beds in the Archway Bunkroom, with hot shower and a living space to relax in. This stunning new space is great for 1 nighters on the coast to coast. or people who don’t like camping in the rain. Bedding is provided, there are laundry facilities and if you are walking with your four-legged friends, dogs are welcome too.
You can see everything great about the Highlands while staying at Ledgowan
Surrounded by the stunning Scottish Highlands with their lochs, glens, mountains and wide open spaces, Ledgowan Bunkhouse provides an warm, cosy spot for intrepid adventurers, getaway seekers and lovers of the great outdoors.
Pssst… Spring Bank Holiday and The Queens Jubilee are back to back this year.
Who is ready for a four day weekend!?
Bunkhouse and camping, perfect for DofE groups and schools
Tucked away in the Brecon Beacons, off the road and well away from neighbours, Clyngwyn makes an ideal base for your DofE expeditions. There are footpaths and waterfalls on the doorstep and a choice of camping or bunkhouse accommodation for the pupils. For School Residentials canyoning and climbing is available from local providers with full risk assessments and insurence.
Weekend break for 2022
We still have a few weekends available for this spring and summer. Lodge Dinorwig is a chalet-style catered hostel perfect for your adventure in Snowdonia. Wake up to a cooked breakfast, grab your packed lunch and enjoy a home cooked hearty meal for dinner after spending the day in the mountains.
Any visit to Inverness is incomplete without a stay at Inverness Student hostel
Located in the centre of the city with a stunning panoramic view of the city and the surrounding Scottish landscape. Inverness Student Hostel is open to all but those looking to see the sights during the day, like Inverness Castle which sits high on a hillside looking over the city, and enjoy the nightlife will find the perfect base here, all for an affordable price.
Spare seats to rest on in Ennerdale
At the Wild Wool Barn we are getting ready for the season. Recycled plastic furniture from NBB has been assembled and is awaiting it’s first “bums on seats from weary walkers moment”.
Accommodation in The Mumbles, gateway to the Gower this Spring Bank Holiday
Ideal accommodation for families, walkers, cyclists, climbers and explorers of all kinds.
