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Weekday availability throughout October —-including Half Term!
Are stuck for something exciting and adventurous for the kids to do this October Half Term. Something they will remember for the rest of their lives but won’t cost the earth. Alstonefield Camping Barn may be just what you are looking for.
Plas Dolau is the perfect base for Foraging and Autumnal Walks
With the nights getting shorter, the days getting chillier, Autumn is certainly on it’s way. Autumn is the perfect season to go foraging for foodie items such as mushrooms and blackberries, maybe wrap up a little warmer and head outside for a walk.
It’s a first. A camping barn that offers optional doggie day care!!!
Hill Farm Camping Barn is making history as the first Independent Hostel to offer a kennelling service to guests’ dogs. So if you want to visit nearby Shrewsbury or a local attraction that doesn’t allow dogs all you need to do is chat to Louise and book a slot in her canine creche.
A brand new camping barn joins the Independent Hostel network.
With stunning views across the Shropshire hills and over to the Welsh mountains beyond, Hill Farm Camping Barn, just 8 miles north of Shrewsbury, offers guests a taste of rural England.
Happy hour competition from Publove!
Following on from our, buy a burger plant a tree we’ve got a little competition for you. Hostel guests will know our happy hour runs from 5pm-7pm, and again every pint bought will plant a tree. To celebrate we’ve got a competition for you all, follow the instructions in the photo and good luck! Draw is on the 30th of September so get snapping…
Step into the picture perfect Flatford Mill
The original FSC. On the bank of the river Stour this centre sleeps up to 79 people! But bed count aside the Mill is known for its rich history, marking it as a site of cultural importance. ‘Willy Lotts’ house particularly, being built in the 1500s has been recognised internationally by its portrayal in the painting ‘hay wain’ by John Constables.
Everything you want to know about wild camping in Snowdonia National Park
Has the recent weather inspired you to try wild camping this late summer?
Read more about the in’s and out’s of wildcamping in Snowdonia NP in our latest blog.
School Groups will love Bell Heath Centre
It has everything a perfect school residential needs. A secluded location with lots of outdoor space, 9 dorms sleeping 72 plus 3 teachers’ rooms, a huge hall that seats 100 and lots of small break out rooms. On top of this a whole range of outdoor activities can be organised on site. Finally all this is just 5 mins off the M5, just 30 mins south west of Birmingham.
Book 2022 accommodation for Saddleworth Events before we get booked up
Book our 32 bedroom, sole use hostel when staying in Saddleworth for its event weekends.
Ledgowan Lodge Hotel and Bunkhouse are lovely in winter
We are open and taking bookings for mini-breaks and staycations this winter. Don’t worry we have hot showers!
Community Village Stores
There is a village stores in Brechfa, run by volunteers within the community. See the image attached for details of opening times.
Luxurious accommodation to see Castles and Coasts in style
Designed with Castles and Coasts walkers and cyclists in mind our barn is comfy, stylish and with all the amenities you’d come to expect of a luxury hostel.
Right on the Coast & Castles Trail, why not come stay?
In the center of Belford we are ideally located for intrepid adventurers of the Castles and Coasts Cycle trail. The stunning Northumberland Coastline is yours to explore at Bluebell Farm.
Snowdonia, full of opportunity for the active Stag group
Outdoorsy, adventurous stag or hen groups are sure to have a blast here at Dinorwig. Here in Snowdonia there’s more than enough activities to go round. From daredevil zip lining to climbing and everything in between.
Add a little luxury to your Coast & Castles trip
Radcliffe’s Lodge has secure cycle storage and is right on the trail on the waterfront of Amble. After a long day on your bike during the Coast & Castles route, it’s nice to know that you’ve got a comfy bed waiting for you. Rest assured this hostel is comfy, and there’s a great view to boot! The kitchen is large and well-equipped if you feel like staying in. Or you can take advantage of the bars and restaurants in Amble.
Divers accommodation overlooking Swanage Bay
Situated in Swanage overlooking Swanage Bay the spacious purpose built bungalow at the Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre sleeps up to 12 and is fully self-contained, an ideal base for divers with ample parking. The Divers Down School on the pier is renowned for its experience, knowledge and expertise for all levels offering a variety of dive sites in the area.
Perfect accommodation for cyclists on the Coast & Castles route
Seahouses Hostel has everything you need to enjoy your stay on the Northumberland coast during your Castles to Coasts adventure
Ideal accommodation for Hodge Close Quarry extreme diving
Hodge close quarry is an old slate quarry in the Tilberthwaite Valley, near Langdale. It is high up (altitude 186m) and contains many flooded chambers accessible to experienced cavern and cave divers. Elterwater Hostel just 2 miles away provides comfortable accommodation for divers with meal available and a pub nearby.
Wayfarers Hostel featured in ‘The 12 best hotels in the Lake District’ – Skyscanner
Wayfarers provides clean and modern, budget friendly accommodation for solo travellers, groups and families.
