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Lawrenny Old School, formerly part of the YHA as Lawrenny Millennium Hostel

This old school was converted to an independent youth hostel around the year 2000 by the local community trust, with the aid of a grant from the Millennium Fund. Lawrenny Millenium Hostel was affiliated to the YHA for a few years but left in 2005. It remains an Independent Hostel, now let only to groups.

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Lawrenny Millenium Hostel in the sun with pink flowers out the front.

Mid Wales Bunkhouse set in the Wilds of the Welsh hills

Located in a beautiful, peaceful area of central Wales this cozy bunkhouse is ideal for groups looking to spend some time in an idyllic spot. With the Cambrian mountains to the west it makes for perfect walking or cycling and with many trails such as the Trans Cambrian Trail and Glyndwrs Way passing nearby its a perfect spot to spend a night or use a base for your welsh adventure.

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Springhill Farm is a horse lovers dream

Set on the Wales/Shropshire border with a backdrop of the Ceiriog Valley and Berwyn Mountains Springhill Farm is a comprehensive BHS approved equestrian centre where you can bring your own horse or use one of theirs. With a variety of activities including lessons, trekking and hacking available you’re certain to find something to suit everyone regardless of age and experience level.

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A week of things to do when staying with us, day 4

On your bike!
There are many adventurous souls who have cycled around our quiet country lanes, and some use the bridleways to escape onto the moors. We are fortunate to have the combination of quiet road and plenty of open countryside, without too many other people to share with. So pump up those tyres and get pedalling, we will give you a warm welcome whether for one night or several as you explore the area.

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Getaway to the heart of Windemere

The Lakes Hostel was renovated in 2020 with a lot of love and attention to detail and it really shows, combining an old school welcoming feel with modern facilities and equipment. Based in centre of the village of Windemere with access to all the great things it has to offer.

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Availability for Spring Bank Holiday

Wayfarers is a cosy, boutique hostel with en-suite facilities for each bedroom, well equipped kitchen, snug lounge, bike storage with maintenance bay and drying room.

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Grassington Bunk Barn has May Bank holiday availability

We are a 34 bed self-catering accommodation located just outside the village of Grassington in the Yorkshire Dales, where All Creatures Great and Small is filmed. We have some great walks on the doorstep and are close to the Dales Way, and we are dog friendly. Our accommodation is spread over two floors with the lounge and kitchen upstairs. Please mention if you are wanting to bring dogs as there is a small charge for them.

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Anglesey Coastal Adventure- swim, run, walk, play

Outdoor Alternative has just 4 nights available for a mini coastal break. Perfect for family and friends to explore and enjoy the coast and beaches straight from the door. Whether it is walking, running, cold water swimming or just playing on the beach Outdoor Alternative offers a great base to eat, sleep and play.

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Picturesque Peak District Getaway

The Glenorchy Centre is situated in the small town of Wirksworth on the fringes of the Peak District National Park in the centre of the UK. It is suitable for ‘family get togethers’. With easy access to fantastic outdoor areas ideal for the young and the not so young and a variety of terrain, great for those looking for easy country strolls and more challenging adventures.

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Picture of Mam Tor, amazing view

Imagine waking up to this view after incredibly dark skies.

Stay at Treks Bunkhouse close to Blaenau Ffestiniog and it will be waiting for you each morning. Perched at 900ft amidst the peaks of Snowdonia you will be surrounded by breathtaking beauty in every direction. There’s fantastic walking and cycling from the doorstep, and the star spangled sky of the Snowdonia International Dark Sky Reserve will mesmerise you and your friends as you unwind in the evening. If you like Snowdonia and mountains you’ll love Treks Bunkhouse.

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Side of bunkhouse with view across to distant mountains fo Snowdonia

A week of things to do whilst staying with us, day 3.

Water, water everywhere! This basic compound has created much of the landscape within the UK, either as a river of ice during the ice ages or running water in the shape of streams, becks, burns and rivers. We are blessed with having some amazing waterways, big and small, in the area to enjoy. They are there to be explored, walking or running, or just a gentle picnic on their banks.

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Guests love Reagill Village Hall

Since opening last summer, Reagill Village Hall in the Eden Valley has welcomed seen a steady flow of guests from all parts of the country to stay under it’s ancient rafters. Here is what some of them said when they left:
‘Thanks for a wonderful stay at the village hall, everything worked perfectly and I was very toasty through the night. Looking forward to coming again.’
‘Just a quick thank you for the stay in your 400 year old school. My brother and I like to try something different. ‘
And from a group that organised a James Bond themed birthday party: ‘Just a quick note, thank you for letting us stay, we had a great time’.

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