December in the West Allen Valley and moors above Carrshield can be an amazing time.. We still have vacancies, so come and enjoy a pre-Christmas break. We cannot promise snow, but you will get a warm welcome.
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Walkers accommodation on the South Downs Way, as it crosses the River Arun.
The South Downs Bunkhouse welcomes individual walkers, cyclists & runners for single-night stays or longer. A beautifully converted barn on a working farm with self-catering kitchen, clothes washing & drying, and secure bike storage & bike wash. There are pubs serving meals and cafes within walking distance. If you fancy even more luxury there are Bed and Breakfast rooms just across the courtyard.
Why make a detour to Wooler from the Ravenber Way?
The Ravenber Way Guidebook provides an alternative route to Wooler close to the last leg of the journey. This leaves the main route before Auchop Cairn and travels via The Cheviot, Broadstruthers, and across Wooler Common. Wooler Youth Hostel is great for walkers with en suite bedrooms, a chatty common room, drying facilities, self-catering kitchen and pubs and cafes nearby. From Wooler head to Westnewton Bridge to pick up the next section of the route.
Stonehenge Hostel is just over 3 miles from King Alfred’s Way
Three miles from Amesbury with the possibility of a route avoiding the busy A303 dual carriageway. We would love to hear about routes from anyone who has cycled from Amesbury to Stonehenge Hostel. This YHA-affiliated hostel has a mixture of private rooms and dorms. It has a self catering kitchen and on site cafe which is open for breakfast.
Cyclists accommodation worth a scenic detour
Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse is a 6 mile off-road detour from The King Alfreds Way. Leave King Alfreds Way at Farnham and follow the North Downs Way to the village of Puttenham. Puttenham Barn, is a converted historic barn offering simple accommodations for walkers & cyclists. There is a volunteer warden to welcome you, excellent pub food in the village and a secure cycle shed.
Eco Lodge on King Alfred’s Way
Right on King Alfreds Way South Downs Eco Lodge, at the Sustainability Centre, provides private rooms with a shared self-catering kitchen, B&B rooms and a campsite with yurts & secluded pitches. The Sustainability Centre has a café and there are pubs, shops & take-aways 2 miles away.
Ridgeway hostel and camping on King Alfred’s Way
Often welcoming campers ,with hostel beds available at shorter notice, this hostel is only a few steps from the historic Ridgeway National Trail close to Wantage. The Court Hill Centre enjoys breathtaking views over the Vale of the White Horse, right on the route of King Alfreds Way. Reclaimed barns provide a community cafe, camping and hostel accommodation in small private rooms with a self-catering kitchen and a beautiful common area which retains the impressive proportions and atmosphere of the old barn.
Thinking of Walking the Pennine Way or Pennine Journey this year?
This is how far you need to step off the path to stay and rest your weary legs at Alston Youth Hostel!
Looking for a short, magical and very different Christmas break with a big family of up to 25 guests?
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with your family in our enchanting Tudor barn in rural Suffolk! Cook up a storm in the spacious kitchen, feast together Tudor style (and in optional Tudor costumes) at gorgeous oak banquet tables, bond over family games by the fire with fairy lights and big Christmas tree twinkling. Enjoy hearty walks on our farm trails or pedal through quiet country lanes and sample local beer and cider at pubs along the way! Whether you opt for a two-night festive escapade starting on Christmas Eve or a joyous post-Christmas retreat, our Tudor barn promises to be an adventurous location for your yuletide celebrations.
Large groups just love Boundless Outdoors Malvern Centre
And what is not to love? It’s in the beautiful Malvern Hills ANOB, yet is just a hop and a skip to the pretty sap town of Malvern. What’s more, it’s easily accessible from the M5 and Birmingham. The Centre sleeps up to 114, across three accommodation blocks. There’s a commercial kitchen and plenty of space for workshops etc. PLUS a whole range of outdoor activities can be provided if required.
Would you like to be a hostel manager or business owner in Bristol?
This is an opportunity to get in at the start of a new business. You could become a partner in a joint venture or lease the hostel and create your own business.
Visit the best accommodation in Nottingham city centre!
Explore the historic city of Nottingham on the doorstep of this amazing hostel.
Group adventures start at the Caldecotte Xperience
Groups of between 18 and 239 are assured of a truly adventurous time at this fantastic centre on the edge of Milton Keynes. Unleash your group’s ‘inner glamper’ and book a yurt village (open all year) or a bell tent village (seasonal). For the more traditional souls opt for the hostel style residential accommodation. Add to the adventure by booking some of the wide range of outdoor activities on offer.
Wye Valley Bunkhouse
A 5 star luxury bunkhouse on the banks for the River Wye in Glasbury-on-Wye. Lovingly converted from a grade 2 listed Welsh Chapel Wye Valley Bunkhouse combines chic design and luxury with quirkiness. What’s more with Wye Valley Canoes next door you can hire canoes and book a lift back after your adventure on the river.
Accessibility at Wye Valley Bunkhouse
Every effort has been made to ensure that Wye Valley Bunkhouse is accessible as possible to all guests. There is ramp access to all levels and a lift to the top floor. One of the bathrooms is also designed to be accessible.
Magical Mountainous Getaway!
Visit the magical Heart of Glencoe Holidays for romantic retreats or family fun!
University Surf Club Trips
Any groups down in Newquay in November December January February- give us a shout for a quote.
The Caldecotte Xperience Centre is Accessible to All
All three types of accommodation at the Caldecotte Xperience, the two Yurt Village, the Bell Tent village and the main building are accessible to all.
Great accessibility for camping.
The campsite is level which is great for the chair, the views are spectacular. There is a disabled toilet and shower room which is very large. It has a fully accessible shower with shower seat on the wall. There are plenty of grab bars around the room. There is also a thermostat in the room allowing you to make the room warmer if needed. To access the campsite accessible facilities request a key on arrival and hand it back when you leave the site. The staff were really friendly and helpful.
Get in touch for details of accessibility within the hostel.
