Every year roughly 60 new hostels and bunkhouses join the Independent Hostels Network. The ten most recent news hostels are shown on this page.
Here are the 20 newest hostels in Independent Hostels UK
Bwthyn Bach, in the village of Trefeglwys in rural Mid Wales is run by a small trust. Sleeping 17 across 5 rooms, the facilities are simple & add to the quaint & quirky feel of this 300 year old Grade II building. There’s a small kitchen/diner with hot water, kettle, electric cooker, microwave & all the basic crockery/cutlery you will need. A wood burning Rayburn keeps it warm, while a separate dining room has space for large groups. BYO bedding.
Bradwell War Memorial Hall is in the pretty village of Bradwell in the heart of the Peak District. This community run hall offers low cost self-catering accommodation to groups of 6-42.
An ideal base for walkers, bikers, D0fE students or climbers who wish to explore this popular area. There are no beds so BYO sleeping mat and bedding, but the rooms are centrally heated, there’s a well equipped kitchen & hot showers.
Cantref Bunkhouses are in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons just outside the pretty market town of Brecon. Ideal for groups of walkers, cyclists, climbers, canoeists, schools, clubs and families wanting to spend some quality time together. The 2 top quality bunkhouses provide self-catering or catered accommodation in private rooms with views overlooking the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains.
On the Northumberland Coast close to Amble and Warkworth, Calico Barn is perfect for walkers and cyclists on NCN1 and Coast & Castles routes. The bunkhouse has a log burner and is designed to be a home from home. Fully equipped kitchen and dining area, private and shared rooms with comfortable bunk beds. Cereal breakfast included and self-cook breakfast packs available. Veranda and paddock outside.
Set in a beautiful secluded valley in Dartmoor National Park, Bachelors Hall offers groups of all kind the chance to experience the freedom of the moor and the vastness of the landscape. Formerly run by the YHA, it was completely refurbished in 2019. Sleeping 60 across 6 rooms and 2 pods it is centrally heated with a commercial kitchen and large separate dining room/classroom. Outdoor activities can be organised if required.
Greencarts Bunkhouses & Camping are on a working farm in Northumberland National Park. Right next to Hadrian’s Wall, they are perfect for walkers or cyclists. There are two accommodation units; The Bunkhouse sleeps 10 in two rooms, while the Barn sleeps 13 in one open plan room. All bedding is provided and continental breakfast is available. There is also a campsite.
FSC Millport is on the tiny Isle of Cumbrae off the west coast of Scotland. It is remarkably accessible, just 1.5 hours from Glasgow. Recently refurbished to a high standard it sleeps 139 across 64 rooms. Ideally suited to schools & clubs there’s plenty of classroom and communal space. It is also perfect for family & group holidays or celebrations. Book room only, B&B or full board. Self catering is possible with sole use. A wide variety of outdoor activities are available.
FSC Nettlecombe Court is a Field Studies Council centre in the Exmoor National Park. A Tudor and Georgian country mansion set in extensive grounds, it sleeps groups up to 120 in spacious dorms, twin and single rooms (many en suite). Ideally suited to schools, clubs, groups of friends/family and weddings, there are plenty of communal areas, a magnificent dining hall and classrooms. Available on a sole use basis with self catering or full board. A whole range of outdoor activities can be arranged on and off site.
Llety Arall Hostel is a community enterprise which offers flexible accommodation for individuals, couples, families and groups in the heart of Caernarfon. Recently refurbished to a very high standard, it sleeps 22 in 8 rooms en suite rooms. Facilities include a well equipped kitchen and a community room which is large enough for meetings and communal events. Llety Arall is located in Stryd y Plas (Palace Street), within the town walls and not far from Caernarfon Castle. Your perfect base fro exploring Anglesy and Snowdonia.
FSC Flatford Mill is an historic Field Studies Council centre in Suffolk. The centre sleeps groups of 20-78 in three internationally important buildings. There’s Willy Lotts’ House, (built in the 1500’s and made famous by John Constable’s ‘Haywain’ painting), Valley Farm (a medieval great hall built in the 1450’s) and the Mill itself that was owned and renovated by the Constable family in the 1700’s. The centre, always very popular with groups from schools, clubs and universities, is now welcoming groups of friends and families to stay in this historic setting.
FSC Rhyd-y-creuau is a Field Studies Council centre set in Snowdonia National Park. The 2.2 hectare estate includes a football pitch, woodland, biodiversity garden, campfire area, teambuilding challenges, stream and ponds. The centre accommodates groups of between 30 and 100 and is ideal for schools, clubs and large gathering of friends and family. Both full board and self catering options are possible. Outdoor activities can be provided and Zip World Fforest is half a mile down the road.
FSC Dale Fort is a Field Studies Council centre on a cliff top on the Pembrokeshire Coast, within walking distance of beaches & the Wales Coastal Path. Built in 1856 as a defensive fort, it now accommodates individuals, families & groups of all sizes up to a max of 139. Ideally suited to schools, clubs, conferences and private groups, facilities include 3 accommodation blocks with single, twin, family & dormitory rooms (many en suite), meeting rooms, a large library which can easily seat 100 & plenty of communal areas. Outside there a several games areas. Self catering is possible with sole use, otherwise meals are provided. Outdoor activities are available.
FSC Orielton is a Field Studies Council centre set in a Georgian mansion close to Pembroke. Accommodating groups of all sizes up to 130, the centre is perfect for schools, clubs, conferences and family celebrations. It sits in 48 hectares of private grounds, including woodlands, meadows, ponds and streams. A wide range of outdoor activities can be provided both on and off site. The stunning Pembrokshire coastline with its beautiful beaches is just a short drive away.
FSC Margam Discovery Centre is a spacious & modern Field Studies Council centre set in 850 acres near Port Talbot in South Wales. Sleeping up to 142 across 33 en suite rooms, it is perfect for schools, clubs, conferences and families. All stays are catered and facilities include a large glass sided dining hall, plenty of communal areas and 5 high tech classrooms. Outside there is ample space for games and a wide range of outdoor activities can be provided.
FSC Slapton Ley is a Field Studies Council centre set in the South Devon ANOB and close to Dartmoor National Park. Sleeping groups of 15-145, the accommodation is in 4 blocks of 75, 33, 17 and 17 beds and can be booked by the block or the whole site. Facilities include a large dining room, several comfortable sitting rooms, two games rooms and classrooms. Outside there are beautiful landscaped grounds with seating areas, shelters, a kitchen garden and a wildlife area. Slapton Sands, the South West Coast Path and NCN 28 are all close by.
FSC Start Bay is a Field Studies Council centre overlooking the South Devon coast offering 4* accommodation to groups of 20-40. Facilities include a well equipped self catering kitchen and plenty of communal areas with space for everyone to eat and relax together. Outside, along with panoramic views of the coastline, there's a BBQ area, fire pit and low ropes course. Perfect for schools, clubs and gatherings of friends and families the centre gives a wonderful sense of remoteness, yet has the village of Slapton nearby with its shop and pubs. A range of outdoor activities can be organised for your group.
FSC Preston Montford is a Field Studies Council in a beautiful Georgian mansion 6 miles west of Shrewsbury. Easily accessible from the motorway network, yet private & secluded the centre has 131 beds across 3 blocks. Perfectly suited to schools, clubs and gatherings of friends and families, couples and individuals can often also book rooms. Most guests opt for full board, although self catering is available for sole use bookings. A wide range of outdoor activities can be organised both on and off-site.
FSC Juniper Hall is a magnificent country house sleeping up to 130 across 30 rooms. Easily accessible from London and the M25, yet peaceful and secluded, the grounds give direct access to footpaths on to Box Hill and the Surry Hills AONB. Ideally suited to schools, clubs, conferences, reunions and families, facilities include plenty of communal rooms, classrooms and large lawns. All meals are provided and a range of outdoor activities are available.
Castle Head Field Studies Council centre is set in a country mansion with 20 hectares of private grounds on the southern edge of the Lake District National Park. Sleeping up to 157 across 33 rooms it lends itself perfectly to school groups, reunions, walking holidays, clubs, weddings, family gatherings and celebrations. Facilities include large dining hall, self catering kitchen, TV lounge, library area, two large common rooms, a cosy lounge with open fire, large sports hall and four classroom. Catered packages available. Outdoor activities can be arranged. Dogs are welcome.
The Rose and Crown, close to London Bridge in central London provides everything you need for your adventure. There is a double rooms and a choice of well designed bunkrooms. Enjoy the atmosphere and history of this great British pub with a wide selection of ales and spirits and an full English/Irish breakfast available in the morning.
Centrally located in Newquay, Blue Room Hostel offers a variety of accommodation. There is a bar and lounge. The Great Western and Tolcarne Beaches are within a 2-minute stroll and the famous surfing beach, Fistral Beach is 30 minutes' walk away.
The Old School House welcomes schools, groups, walkers and families to the picturesque village of Robins Hood’s Bay. Home to one of the best beaches on Yorkshires East Coast. At the end of Wainright's coast to coast walk and on The Cleveland Way. Ideal for groups of families and friends to book exclusively and also available to individual families looking for an affordable holiday by the sea.
Yellow Wood Hostel is located in the market town of Brecon at the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park. There are shops and pubs 3 minutes walk away and you can drink your morning coffee across the road by the river. Single, double, triple, dorm rooms and futon/sofa options with shared kitchen. Quiet time from 11pm-7am. Run by an experienced Outdoor Instructor with bushcraft and woodland camping available. Social distancing in place during 2020.
Opened on the 1st May 2018 the Isles of Scilly's first every hostel! Longstone Lodge sleeps up to 25 in single, twins and family rooms as well as dorm beds. The hostel has a large communal kitchen/lounge/diner and a laundry room, as well as large grounds with children's play. Situated in the heart of St Mary's, Scilly's largest island, it's the perfect base for visiting these stunning islands
Nestling in the Yorkshire Dales, Wharfedale Lodge offers luxury, hotel quality, accommodation to groups of 6-20 in 10 lovely twin rooms. Groups of friends, families and business will enjoy the stunning location and the top quality facilities. With the famous Kilnsey Crag close by, the beautiful market town of Skipton a short drive away, the Dales Way on the doorstep and fishing, golf and pony trekking nearby there will be plenty to keep everyone happy.
From rustic country hostels to chic city-centre boutiques, here are some of the best newly opened hostels around the UK. Some are set to start welcoming guests this year, so check the opening dates before you get too excited.
Travelling on a budget or exploring the wilder areas of the UK’s National Parks, hostels and bunkhouses are popular ways of seeing the UK on a budget.
