With the school holidays getting underway getting away midweek is easier than ever. The Old School Bunkhouse is the perfect place to bring 26 of your closet family and friends together to enjoy each others company in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales.
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The North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Geo Park are far more than just a wonderful wilderness to escape into.
The area’s natural beauty speaks for itself with wilderness-like moorland intersected by beautiful valleys, many of which are isolated and sparsely populated. Alongside this magnificent quiet landscape, there is much to be found that has contributed to the heritage of not only the area, but the country and further afield.
Availability this weekend and at a reduced price
The Old School Bunkhouse in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales is available this weekend for just £650 for two nights with room for up to 26 people its a perfect place to go with your family and friends. This amazing deal works out at just over £12 per person, per night.
“a gem of a place to spend a night or a few nights-so tranquil and relaxing.”
A recent visitor to Loughviews Bunkroom had an amazing time and you can read their glowing review below.
October half term in the Lake District
A week’s break with family and friends at Rookhow – a woodland wonderland with yurt, campfire, plenty of space to play with 12 acres of your own space. Sleeps 16-20 but would suit 3 or 4 families togerther for a week or an extended holiday. Book the historic Quaker Meeting Houe too for more group space.
Lake district near Keswick walking holidays this August Bank holiday
Lowside Farm camping barn and glamping pods is the perfect place to get away from it all this August Bank Holiday. Hidden away in one of the Lake Districts many stunning valleys, Lowside can feel like a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life making it the perfect place to wash away the stress and admire and explore the most beautiful part of the country.
The Shackleton Trio – Live Music – Saturday 23 July 2022
This Norfolk trio return to Deepdale for a very special gig as part of their national tour promoting their new album Mousehold. You may have seen them perform their beautiful music at previous Deepdale Festivals & Sunday Sessions.
5 ways that Broadbrake Bunkbarn in Ingleton is eco-concious
The bunkhouse is an agricultural building which was converted and thus saved from falling into dis-repair. Here are five ways that they ensure their accommodations is as eco concious as possible
Pack your bags for August Bank Holiday
Ashbourne Gateway is available for group stays this August. Maybe it will be a cycling or walking holiday, maybe a full day at Alton Towers or perhaps a visit to one of many historic houses in the area. There is plenty to do. Our on-site coffee house “Cornerstone” is being refurbished and will be open in August. £500 for a three-night stay by a group of 12.
Dare to be different and have your next adventure away from crowds and queues surrounded by wonderful countryside and wildlife.
The North Pennines AONB is referred to as the last wilderness in England, and truly lives up to this title, but also gives a wide variety of activities to do as well as interesting places to visit, or just relax and enjoy the scenery and wildlife. . We are located on the northern edge of the AONB within close proximity to Hadrian’s Wall, the Lake District and the beautiful Northumberland coast.
Reagill Village Hall, Eden Valley, Cumbria
Besides plenty of parking at Reagill Village Hall, we now have a big grassy lawn – transformed from a brambly wilderness. There’s also a place in this garden where countless village children have seen a ghost. Come and see!
Camp in an iconic Peak District stone field barn.
You’ll have all the fun of camping at Alstonefield camping barn with loads of additional additional luxuries. For instance, you will have the barn (which sleeps 12) for your exclusive use. Surrounded by fields, it’s wonderfully private and peaceful. It’s just had a new kitchen area (BYO stove and utensils), there’s a log burner to keep you cosy in the evening and of course there’s that beautiful tiled roof to keep the rain off!!!
Rare chance to book Wharfedale Lodge in August
Due to a late cancellation the Wharfedale Lodge in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales is available on the weekend of the 19th and 20th of August.
Bunkorama is powered by solar panels and gravity fed water!
Bunkorama Bunkhouse was converted 5 years ago and makes the most Read the full article…
We’re totally eco!
Enjoy Hebden Bridge’s vibrant café, music, arts & culture at our totally eco friendly hostel!
Bring your group to Ashbourne Show this August
Ashbourne Gateway Centre is available on the weekend of the Ashbourne Show. Billed as Derbyshire’s Premiere Agricultural Show, this traditional country and agricultural show takes place on Saturday 20th August. Farm animals, horses, crafts and exhibits means that there is plenty to see during the day. Trade stalls and refreshments feature too. There are free shuttle buses running from Ashbourne bus station (4 minutes walk from the Centre) to the showground.
A summer of wilderness adventure awaits every guest
Are you looking for a wilderness challenge and adventure where you could walk or cycle all day and hardly meet anybody? Then at the end of the day, relax by an open fire and babbling river to watch the stars gradually emerge above you.
Come and spend your August Bank Holiday in a beautiful Highland Hostel
Escape the crowds and treat yourself and your loved ones to a few days surrounded by stunning Highland scenery. Great Glen Hostel in South Laggan offers you a great value, comfortable stay. Our facilities include a self catering kitchen, a drying room, clothes washing facilities, a hostel shop and WiFi.
20% discount off all summer w/e bookings at fantastic country mansion in the Lake District
If you are still looking for somewhere to take a large group away for a weekend this summer, Hawse End Centre on the banks of Derwentwater in the Lake District still has lots of availability and is offering 20% discount off term-time rates. The main centre ( in the country mansion) sleeps 49 while the neighbouring cottage sleeps 24. They can be booked separately or together.
August Bank Holiday in Ludlow for Less
Get away for the August Bank Holiday weekend and save 10% when you book at the Ludlow Mascall Centre. Whether you want to explore the outdoors, local history, shops and restaurants, or a bit of everything, then Ludlow is the place for you. We have free parking for guests, secure bicycle storage for anyone coming on two wheels, and are a short walk from the train station.
Stay at one of the Elenydd Wilderness Trust hostels and earn a Green Voucher
Eligible to anyone arriving on foot or bike.
Spend Summer in The Lake District This August Bank Holiday
Looking for a budget holiday during the summer? There is still some availability at Wayfarers for solo travelers, families and groups. Wayfarers is a cosy, boutique hostel with en-suite facilities for each bedroom, well equipped kitchen, snug lounge, bike storage with maintenance bay and drying room.
Ravenspoint Hostel , your Hebridean loch-side retreat
This August Bank Holiday get a taste of island life on the shores of Loch Erisort, chill out or have an adventure, the choice is yours. Enjoy a pre-trip taster @clishamstudio; plan to watch the eagles soar @robhowardphotography and
enjoy homebaking in the Ravenspoint Tearoom …. After all this is the heartland of @hebrideanbaker
A dogs day out event July 17th in stunning surroundings in the Scottish Borders.
Cleikum Mill is available for booking on this doggy event weekend at Traquair House which is a short walk from our front door, we accept dogs if families/groups book the whole building for exclusive use.
Innerleithen is dog walking paradise!! Local cafes are dog friendly as well.
14th to 18th July dates are currently available.. (our last weekend availability until October! ).
Single room bookings and apartments are available as well.
Enjoy a Peaceful August Bank Holiday in The South Tyne Valley!
If you are wanting a few days away from the hustle and bustle we still have plenty of availability for the August Bank Holiday Sunday & Monday at Alston Youth Hostel!
Availability for August Bank Holiday at luxury hostel on the Northumbrian Coast
Treat yourself and your family and friends to a few days at Radcliffes Lodge in the popular fishing village of Amble. This brand new purpose-built hostel combines luxury with a perfect location. Situated on the seafront, the marina is just next door and you are a few steps away from lovely bars, cafes, restaurants and interesting shops.
Get a Green Voucher by arriving at this hostel on foot or by bike
Exchange your Green Voucher for a half price stay at Dolgoch or Tyncornel Hostel
August bank holiday in Lake District private woodland with bunkbarn, yurt and campfire
Rookhow invites you to spend a memorable August bank holiday with family and friends in this idyllic sole use site. Book 3 and 4 night breaks over the bank holiday weekend. Have a look at our website and get in touch if you want to find out more.
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Why not visit Caernarfon, the most Welsh town in the World over the August Bank holiday.
There is so much to do in the town and the surrounding area:
Why not spend August Bank Holiday in Snowdonia?
Looking for a 3 night sole usage group venue over the August Bank Holiday weekend? We offer a homely and uplifting family atmosphere in an inspiring mountain village. Good pub and many activities close by. Check us out.
Fancy spending this August Bank Holiday surrounded by fields -1.5 miles from the nearest public road?
Then Ilderton Dod Barns are the place for you. Choose from the main barn which sleeps 9 or the cottage which sleeps 3. Of course you can book them both together if you have a larger group. The area is fantastic for walkers and cyclists. Horse riders love it here too and we have paddocks for you to bring your horses with you. Finish your summer off with some delicious R & R at Ilderton Dod Barns.
August bank holiday availability
If you’re looking for a large family or friends’ get-away for the August bank holiday weekend, what about coming to the Grassington Bunk Barn? We are located in the Yorkshire Dales just outside Grassington. We are a 34 bed bunk barn with amazing views. There are some fantastic walks, cycle rides and wild swimming locations on our doorstep. Grassington, a small Yorkshire village with traditional stone buildings, is where they filmed the current series of All Creatures Great and Small. The village has three pubs, a restaurant and a few cafes and shops. What more could you ask for?
Charming North Pennine bunkhouse is still free over August bank holiday.
Sleeping up to 15 with space for more in tents, Barrington Bunkhouse could be the answer to that old question, ‘where shall we go to avoid the crowds this August Bank Holiday?’. The bunkhouse is in the sleepy village of Rookhope in the Wear Valley. “The Weardale Show” in St. Johns Chapel, only about 6 miles away, just happens to be on Saturday 27th August. It’s a really nice small country show and well worth attending.
If cycling is your thing, we are directly on the C2C (coast to Coast), a welcome stop-over at the end of the 2nd day. Alternatively if you are a walker we are directly on two walks; The Weardale Way and The Pennine Journey.
Whatever your plans, a warm welcome awaits you at Barrington Bunkhouse.
Your own Private View in the Lake District this August Bank Holiday
Where can you go to in the Lake District where you will have the lake and mountain view to yourself on a Bank Holiday? The Wild Wool Barn in Ennerdale is available for exclusive booking £405 for up to 6 people (3 nights from Friday 26th August) or bring some friends with tents and have the whole site to yourselves including that amazing view. (Additional charge for campers)
Bike, Hike, Swim, Surf, Sup and Slide in North Devon!
Whatever your interest, Five Sunnyside in Bideford provides the perfect base to enjoy an activity filled holiday within the stunning North Devon UNESCO Biosphere!
August Bank Holiday availability at friendly family run hostel in Ilfracombe
If you fancy walking part of the South West Coastal Path, cycling Coast to Coast, surfing at some of the UK best surfing beaches or simply relaxing in the picturesque harbour, Ilfracombe, situated in an AONB, is the ideal spot to base yourself. What’s more Ocean Backpackers is an independent hostel offering quality, comfortable, budget accommodation, with a mixture of dorm rooms and private rooms with en suite facilities. Suitable suitable for solo travellers, families or groups. Don’t miss out on August Bank Holiday fun, come to Ocean Backpackers and finish your summer off on a high.
BALA-Backpackers by Bala Lake – the Heart of Wales
BALA-Backpackers waits to welcome you for a short break.
Any Time of year, Bed Spaces available.
DARTMOOR – FUN, FREEDOM and FAMILY together for the August Bank Holiday
At Bachelor’s Hall we have space for all of your family or group to enjoy a lovely stay in Dartmoor National Park. If you are looking for peace and tranquility, nature at its best, or fun for all the family this area has it all
Boundless Outdoors Campsite for Scouts and Guides
The Boundless Outdoors campsite at Bell Heath provides all of the fun of camping and non of the hassle. With spacious bell tents, communal areas and beautiful countryside it’s the perfect spot for a night under the stars.
