Bring in the new year in the Lake District. Not only is it the most beautiful part of the country, but the fresh air and peace are also great for recovery the next morning.
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Another hostel with a Royal connection
This impressive Georgian building was once part of a brewery. It was turned into a youth hostel in 1986 to replace Kendal’s Stone Cross Hostel which was deemed too large to be viable. Princess Ann opened Kendal Hostel officially on 30/3/87. Now in private hands, it joined our Independent Hostel network in 2013.
Opened by the Queen.
On the 22 June 2011, the Queen opened Alnwick Youth Hostel. Operating under the YHA Enterprise scheme it joined our Independent Hostel network right from its early days in 2012.
Purpose-built, accessible bunkhouse in the North York Moors
Yorkshire Cycle Hub’s stylish bunkhouse is very accessible. There is a ground floor 6-bed bunk room with an accessible wetroom with plenty of grab rails.
Autumn days and dark nights at Ninebanks
If you’ve not laid plans for the autumn half-term, then why not stay at our place? Country walks, exploring villages and Hadrian’s Wall. This 4 star hostel, in stunning rural Northumberland, has en suite bedrooms, a sitting room with log-burner and a spacious dining room. In the chalet are two high quality studio rooms, fully self-contained and separate from the hostel. Dogs welcome with prior notice for sole use or in the chalet.
Spend Christmas in the Lakes
Christmas is a magical time of year, so why not spend it in the most magical place in the country? The Lake District will provide a stunning backdrop to your celebrations this year.
A brand new bunkhouse opens in the Yorkshire Dales
Chapel House Gallery in the quaint market town of Hawes has just opened up it’s ground floor as a bunkhouse. This has got to be great news for all of you who love Wensleydale and the rest of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Run on the lines of a traditional bunkhouse, you can book by the bed, the room, or book the whole place for a gathering of friends or family. The bunkhouse sleeps 10 across 2 rooms.
Rookhow, an October half term oasis
Spend a week with family and friends at Rookhow with a 16 bed cosy bunkbarn with woodburner, historic Quaker Meeting House, yurt and 12 acres of ancient oak woodland with campfire.
October Half Term Bunkhouse in the Brecon Beacons
Book now for Waterfall Country. For an unrivalled atmosphere, book for a unique stay that you won’t find anywhere else.
A former 17th century lead miners cottage
Ninebanks started life as a youth hostel in 1947. Its closure was planned for 1990, but it was bought by 2 YHA long-term members who continued to run it under the YHA banner. It joined our Independent Hostel network in 2014 and is still run under the YHA Enterprise scheme
Availability during holiday times
We are OPEN all year round, including all holiday times
Night 10: A little luxury awaits just north of the route
The purpose-built Yorkshire Cycle Hub welcomes C2C walkers. Modern, bright and stylish you’ll be able to relax and recharge after a long day walking.
Autumn Loviness in North Wales
Summer maybe over but you will always find a warm welcome waiting for you here at Bala Bunk House with picturesque surroundings and tranquil setting ideal for those who enjoy the great outdoors
Have you considered staying in a village hall during the Great North Trail?
Garrigill Village Hall is decked out for a weary Great North Trail cyclist or group of cyclists. Located in the North Pennines AONB, Garrigill Village hall is a fantastic stopover during your journey. The village hall has a self-catering kitchen, bunkbeds and further accommodation on the village hall floor and on the campsite.
With Autumn just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your half-term break!
So, calling all youth groups… if you are looking for accommodation for your residential visit and oodles of space for activities and craft work, then look no further! Seahouses Hostel is located in the pretty coastal village of Seahouses in beautiful, rural North Northumberland and is within walking distance to the beach, picturesque coastal walks […]
This former linen mill has been a hostel three times!
Cote Ghyll Mill started life as a hostel in 1934 but closed in 1940. After a gap of around 40 years, it reopened as YHA Osmotherly in 1980. It was sold into private ownership in 2013 and joined our network of Independent Hostels while remaining affiliated with the YHA until October 2025. It closed for refurbishment that winter and reopened in March 2026, offering luxury private rooms and a group venue.
October half term in the Lakes
The Lake District is beautiful all year round and October is no exception. As the nights start closing in immerse yourself in one of the country’s most stunning landscapes.
Winter in the Scottish Highlands can be breathtaking. Snow capped mountains and crystal clear lochs.
Come and enjoy a taste of a Highland winter. Àite Cruinnichidh has availability throughout winter.
Hostellers have been staying here since 1938
Built in 1885, this impressive Victorian house became a Youth Hostel in 1938 when it replaced Ingelton (Storrs Hall) Hostel. It passed into private ownership in 2014 and continued to operate under the YHA Enterprise Scheme. In the same year, it joined our Independent Hostel network.
2023 Prices
All rooms are ensuite with bedding/towels & tea/coffee making facilities.
For all ‘Sole Use’ or 3+night bookings, please contact the hostel to ensure availability and enable rate reduction.
Dorm bunk (in shared room) from £35pp (for 3+ nights), or £40 per single night;
Private double/twin room for 2 guests from £65pn or £50pn single occupancy in a twin (for 3+ nights), or £70/£55 respectively per single night;
‘Sole Use’ can either be:
‘Partial’ from £315pn* (up to 13 guests for 3+ night bookings), or
‘Whole’ from £550pn* (up to 23 guests for 3+ night bookings).
(1 night: ‘Partial Sole Use’ charged at £390* and ‘Whole Sole Use’ charged at £690*)
Enquire for wedding & New Year rates*.
* NB: Please bring your own personal towel.
