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.
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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.
Open again ready to welcome guests this August.
We could not be more excited to announce that we have finally managed to reopen.
It’s been a long wait for us all but our hostel is once more alive with the buzz of fabulous guests and we are over the moon. Come and experience Oban Backpackers and the magic of Scotland for yourselves soon ❤️
At long last, Pitlochry Backpackers is open again.
We couldn’t be more excited to announce that we have finally managed to reopen our doors here at Pitlochry Backpackers!
It’s been a long time waiting and now our hostel is once again welcoming you, our fabulous guests! The days have been glorious and our local mountains and lochs are waiting for you.
An excellent base for the joys of North Wales
The enchanting town of Caernarfon serves as an ideal place to start an adventure in beautiful North Wales. Of course you could spend the whole break without leaving the walled town. Being right in the centre of the most Welsh speaking town in Wales there’s plenty to do.
Stay in style at our latest independent hostel.
Ushaw Historic House is a real gem of a hostel. Surround yourself in gothic splendour, spectacular gardens and a 500 acre estate. The magnificent house and adjoining stupendous chapels were designed by renowned architect Augustus Pugin. There are 12 comfortable private rooms (6 single and 6 twin), a well equipped self catering kitchen and plenty of communal, relaxing space.
Getting away from it all at Ffridd Bunkhouse
If you’re a fan of the Welsh countryside, stone walls and plenty of sheep you’re in luck. Ffridd is the ideal place to escape the everyday and truly relax in a quiet and secluded corner of the Snowdonia National Park.
