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Superb facilities for large faith groups

Groups of up to 92 just love the Bell Heath Centre. Set in acres 20 acres of secluded woodlands yet just 13 miles from central Brimingham & 4 mins from the M5 you couldn’t find a more convenient location. There’s a large self catering kitchen, a huge hall that seats 100, plenty of smaller break-out rooms, a fab TV room and much more. Add the chance to have a range of outdoor activities organised on site if desired and you have the recipe for a fantastic holiday for faith, school and other large groups.

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Exterior view of wooden buildings on the edge of woodland with golden autumnal colours

February Half Term Break

Have a blast the February half term. Getting the kids out enjoying some fresh Yorkshire Dales air couldn’t be easier! Add some fantastic adventure activities to your stay, like; Caving, climbing ,abseiling, ghyll scrambling, canyoning. There is also an indoor swimming pool near by; which is lovely and warm, White scar show cave, Ingleton Waterfalls trail, and there are so many fantastic walks on out door step.

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Old School Bunkhouse, Chapel le Dale on the Yorkshire Three Peaks and Dales High Way routes

Top Visit Wales grading for shiny new Swansea Hostel

The hardworking team at this new Swansea hostel are immensly proud and excited to have been awarded this top grading. Here is what the Visit Wales report said, “Cwtsh Hostel is a new purpose built hostel enjoying an excellent central location overlooking Castle Square in Swansea. The owner has clearly researched this market well and the accommodation is well set up to cater for a wide range of users with a mixture of large dorm rooms and private doubles.

All beds are hand made – the built in bunks are generously sized and the pods provide even more privacy. There are bright and modern ensuite facilities for all rooms.

The large kitchen/diner also has a lounge area with leather sofas and a huge projector screen for movie evenings. Branding for the hostel is excellent and great to see a ‘Sense of Place’ introduced through use of the welsh language and local photography.

The 24hr reception ensures high levels of customer service and from customer reviews, it’s clear that the reception staff are a credit to the hostel.”

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Young man and 5 Start Visit Wales grading for Cwtsh Hostel

The Tudor Barn suits any UK holiday needs

The Tudor Barn is a magnificent 16th century restored barn on environmentally friendly working farm for adventurous guests who love unspoiled, ancient farm buildings. There are so many different holiday types of holiday available at The Tudor Barn so there is something for everyone. Here is a selection of that is available!

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Tudor dancing in historic Tudor Barn Hostel at Milden Hall, nr Lavenham, Suffolk

An awesome hostel perched half way up Helvellyn Mountain

If you love mountains, fresh air, freedom and visiting the Lake District, you’ll love Almond Lodge. This latest hostel to join the Independent Hostel network is not to be missed. Having undergone major refurbishments, it offers quality, comfortable ‘grown up’ hostel accommodation to groups of up to 28. Gather your friends, savour the breath-taking views, enjoy days spent out on the mountains and return to relax in the wonderful ambiance of this 5 star hostel.

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The panoramic view fro, Almond Lodge Helvellyn

Sustainable Tourism starts at Station Cottage Colwall

If you are looking for an affordable holiday that ticks all the sustainable boxes, look no further than Station Cottage in the village of Colwall in the Malvern Hills AONB. This small eco hostel is open to guests arriving by public transport , bike or on foot. Situated in a nature reserve opposite Colwall train station it’s in the perfect location for you eco holiday.

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Front view of Station Cottgae Hostel, Colwall, Malverns

Time to Spring into action

The North Pennines is referred to as the last wilderness in England, whilst that might well be true there are still numerous things to see and enjoy in the small quiet villages nestled away in the various valleys.

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🎂🎉 Kirk Yetholm – 80 Years Young in 2022 🎁🎈

🎂🎉 …80 Years Young in 2022… 🎁🎈

Our house in Kirk Yetholm celebrates 80 years of offering accommodation to walkers, cyclists and all those who love nature and exploring the amazing Borders countryside and heritage.

Regular opening from April this year and hopefully the final corner of Covid restrictions will be reached… we need to gain our wings and fly once more.

Details: https://friendsofnature.org.uk/houses/kirk-yetholm
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