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.
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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.
Just 2 minutes’ walk to a Blue Flag beach
Groups of friends, colleagues or extended families will love Falmouth Lodge. Just 2 minutes walk to a Blue Flag beach and the coastal path and an 8 min stroll to the bustling town, the harbour & the station. There is plenty to keep everyone entertained. If watersports are your thing, then there’s no better a location.
Diving around the Farne Islands – “A feast for the senses”!
Seahouses Hostel is perfectly located for some of the finest underwater adventures around the stunningly beautiful Farne islands – with the combination of shipwrecks, one of the largest colonies of grey seals and fantastic marine life; it’s easy to see why this has been recognised as one of the best dive sites in the UK!
Normal service has resumed at Backpackers Stop on the Isle of Harris.
From 9th August 2021 we can accept solo travellers in shared dorms. Private dorms are available, but maybe subject to extra costs for under occupancy. During restrictions this was waived, due to the no sharing policy that was in place. Please ensure you are taking LFT or PCR tests regularly if you are sharing dorms. Email us [email protected] Or ring 07708746745 for all booking enquires.
Welcome back to hostelling at Saddle Mountain Hostel!
After spending the last 16 months behind closed doors our shared facilities are open again and we’re looking forward to breathing life back into all corners of Saddle Mountain Hostel.
Back in Action on the Moray Firth
Manager Ian Tillett reopened Portsoy’s Sail Loft on Monday. This followed the relaxation of Scottish Covid rules.
Walks perfect for walking groups at Ashbourne Gateway Centre
The Centre welcomes walking groups. The walk pictured goes from our front door at Ashbourne Gateway – Mapleton – River Dove – Thorpe – Tissington Trail – Ashbourne Gateway in the space of 2 hours.
Live like a local at Ashclyst Farm Hostel
Arriving at Ashclyst you’re greeted by a quaint farm house on a beautiful organic farm. In the East of Devon you’re spoilt for choice of picture perfect countryside, and a national park or too…
Book a stay in this amazing hostel today.
Looking welcoming with its IHUK sign Radcliffes Lodge is a purpose built boutique hostel overlooking the Marina in the vibrant harbour town of Amble. Sleeping 48 across 9 en suite rooms, with great communal areas, the lodge oozes quality & style. With the Coast & Castles cycle route & the Northumberland Coastal Path on the doorstep the Lodge is perfect for walkers, cyclists, independent travellers & groups of friends & families.



















