A long weekend is the ideal time to walk The Isaac’s Tea Trail and the perfect way to see the diverse landscapes of The North Pennines.
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Seahouses Hostel’s Bursary Fund is available now!
Open to all visiting schools and youth groups, the fund enables many children from disadvantaged backgrounds to benefit from financial support and thus enjoy a residential visit here – providing the perfect opportunity for a holiday, soak up the history and to experience the beautiful countryside and stunning Northumberland coastline.
The perfect stop over when navigating The Great North Trail.
The Great North Trail is an exciting new off-road cycle trail which goes from the southern Peak District to the northern tip of Scotland. With over 180 miles of trail to explore, you may choose to do it all in one go or in smaller sections over weeks and months.
Looking for Peak District fresh air and exercise at half term?
Ashbourne Gateway provides exclusive access to our centre for your group for two nights. Cycle or walk from our front door along the Tissington Trail or go further afield. Alton Towers Resort and Waterpark complex is a 20 minute drive away.
Alston Hostel on the Coast to Coast cycle route
YHA Alston has a reputation for making cyclists welcome. Situated right on the coast to coast cycle route Alston Youth Hostel provides ideal accommodation for cyclists. It is about half way between the start at Whitehaven/Workington and the finish at Tynemouth. At the hostel you will have the opportunity to chat to others on the route and gather useful information from the staff. The hostel has private rooms, self catering and secure bike storage.
Gearing Up for Springtime in North Northumberland
At Ilderton Dod Barns, sheep farming is our main enterprise and the annual cycle seems to come around faster each year. The rams have been out with the ewes since November and within the next month the ewes will be pregnancy scanned, with lambing starting mid-April. Our Scottish Blackface sheep are ideally suited to the wild hills surrounding the holiday accommodation, but for lambing time most ewes are brought closer in so it’s impossible not to see our lambs during this time.
Accommodation for walkers on St Oswald’s Way Long Distance Footpath
Chartners Farm group accommodation is just a short 20 min (1.6miles) walk from the main path at Fallowlees farm
Alston Youth Hostel is the perfect stop over when navigating the Pennine Way
Alston youth hostel is right on the Pennine Way Long Distance Walk and close to the C2C. It provides ideal accommodation for walkers and cyclists. A night at the youth hostel will give you the opportunity to chat to other walkers, gather useful information from the staff and enjoy private rooms, self catering and secure bike storage.
Seahouses Hostel Welcomes Schools!
We have welcomed many schools over the years from Primary and Middle through to High schools; some enjoying activity breaks whilst others spend time supporting subjects such as History or Geography.
Purpose built hostel on the Isle of Lewis
Grinneabhat Hostel on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis could be the answer to your holiday dreams. Opened in 2021, this bright and airy hostel offers affordable accommodation to individuals, couples, families and groups of up to12 on this magical island in the Outer Hebrides. Immerse yourselves in island’s culture & history, spot otters and eagles, relish the deserted beaches and breathtaking scenery. Relax, unwind and make memories.
Superbly accessible, brand new hostel on the Isle of Lewis
This new community run and owned hostel has been designed with accessibility in mind. The whole of the ground floor is wheelchair accessible. There’s an ensuite downstairs twin or double bedroom with a fully accessible ensuite shower room. The dining table in the kitchen has room for a wheelchair and there’s a lift/ramp which allows access into the main building and hostel the our car park.
Bring your dog to Ambleside in the Lake Distrcit
A warm welcome to well behaved dogs- we just love to see their waggy-tails! With magnificent landscape including some of the finest mountain scenery in England and immediate access to fells, we wouldn’t be surprised to see your tails wagging too! 😉
Yarde Orchard Bunkhouse on the Tarka Trail in Devon
With good access to the Tarka Trail in North Devon, the bunkhouse is perfect for families wanting to explore this magical part of the country.
Tyddyn Bychan is the perfect base for exploring water sports in Snowdonia
Tyddyn Bychan is a stunning converted 18th century traditional Welsh farmhouse that sleeps up to 27 people. Located on the edge of Snowdonia National Park, the location is the perfect base to try out water sports in the area such as canoeing, kayaking and white water rafting.
There’s a route for every walker at Ballater Hostel
Ballater Hostel is located in Cairngorms National Park and there are so many high and low level walking routes straight from the front door.
February Half Term
Its the perfect time to get away for a family holiday and enjoy the outdoors in the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park. The bunkhouse is booked on a sole occupancy, self-catering basis. We sleep up to 26 people but welcome smaller groups too. We can provide activities or you can do your own thing.
New Year in a magical Lake District woodland
Enjoy Rookhow Bunkbarn, a historic 300 year old Quaker Meeting House and 12 acres of woodland with campfire all to yourselves for a whole week’s New Year break! Friday 30th December 2022-Friday 6th January 2023. 7 nights for the price of 6
February half term in beautiful, secluded Lakeland woodland
Here’s what some of our guests say about Rookhow, a 16 bed bunkbarn with 12 acres of woodland in South Lakes:
“I like the forest & the walks. There are no cars, just lots of birds. Rookhow makes me feel calm, happy and safe.” (G, aged 12)
“It’s a place where our children can roam free and spend valuable time in nature.” (mum)
“Still amazed from walking down to the forest the first time and being blown away by the beauty and size.” (dad)
Bala Bunkhouse
Our Bunkhouse is a converted 200-year-old Welsh stone building, set back from the road in over an acre of picturesque grounds.
It is located less than two miles from Bala on the edge of Snowdonia National Park and is only a few minutes’ drive from the lake. It is set in an ideal position to provide accommodation for outdoor activity groups. Whether you are into canoeing, rafting, sailing, windsurfing, climbing, walking, cycling, riding or golf you will find Bala Bunkhouse is ideally suited to your needs.
Gather your friends & stay in the Yorkshire Dales this Feb Half Term
Come to the heart of the Yorkshire Dales and enjoy our 2 acre grounds and accommodation for 20 people at Wharfedale Lodge.
With lots of nearby activities, and amazing countryside right on the doorstep, it’s the perfect place for the family and kids to enjoy the school holidays.
