The independent hostels, bunkhouses and camping barns listed below are all open and taking booking for autumn breaks in the Lake District. In some amazing locations and offering great value for money, you need look no further for an autumn staycation in this wonderful part of the world.
Autumn staycations in the Lake District
Independent hostels, bunkhouses and camping barns are found all over the Lake District. They are in the most popular tourist areas as well as tucked away in quiet, undiscovered spots. In the current staycation climate they make perfect places to stay. Somewhere warm and cosy for you, your family and friends to base yourself for a night, a weekend break or a longer holiday this Autumn.
Each hostel, bunkhouse or camping barn is unique. They each reflect the character of their owner, their particular corner of the Lake District and the type of person who stays there.
So whatever draws you to the Lake District you should find some accommodation below to suit your needs and your purse.
Autumn Staycations in the Lake District
The busy bees at Kirkby have been working hard to ensure the safety of guests at this wonderful hostel. What better place to relax than in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales?
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We have re-opened the hall, campsite, eco-pods and self-catering accommodation and bunkhouse You can book online or you can ring us on 015394 32050.
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Rent out Wayfarers for your Autumnal trip. Based in the heart of Penrith, we have fantastic local independent restaurants. pubs, cafes and shops a few minutes walk from the doorstep.
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New Ing Lodge in Shap, Cumbria will is welcoming guests this autumn on B&B and exclusive use basis.
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Set amidst some of the finest mountain scenery in England. The bunkhouse has twin rooms and private rooms of up to six beds with contactless entry using key codes. Next to the Sticklebarn Inn and close to the New Dungeon Ghyll.
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Kendal Hostel is based in an historical market town next door to the recently opened Brewery Arts Centre with both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales on its door step. Log fire, bike store,
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Please be assured that we are doing all we can to protect our visitors from Covid. For everyone's safety, there is currently no access to toilet or shower facilities on the Campsite. The Campsite is open, but if you decide to come you must have your own facilities. The Bunk Barn is operating as normal with a minimum booking period of 3 nights.
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Hire the whole place for up to six people for dates between March and November 2021. With the option of expanding the group size (at extra cost) if restrictions are changed at the time of your stay. Guarantee of full refund if your booking needs to be cancelled due to Covid restrictions.
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Visit again and stay at FSC Castle Head, a magnificent country mansion set in 50 acres. Now for a limited period due to Covid you can book rooms on a B&B basis at very reasonable rates
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We'll be open again and have vacancies in October and November including some weekends - please call.
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Here at Cragg Barn in Buttermere we are open all year round so we're a budget-friendly option for families looking for an autumn break.
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The hostel is open for Autumn 2020 and beyond. It is a slightly different experience, with a maximum of 16 guests (compared with our full capacity of 38), private showers and no self-catering. But it should still be great fun, with cooked breakfast included and dinner available in accordance with new guidelines. And, most importantly, still a great opportunity for rest and escape, with access to the wonderful Great Langdale valley and all that the Lake District has to offer.
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Limited availability, book early to avoid disappointment. Looking forward to welcoming new and old customers 😊. Contact Heather at heathernoranbank@gmail.com to book
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Xmas is free. January and February are empty! A special reduced rate for SOLE USE of the bunkbarn for the rest of 2020. Comes with 12 acres of woodland and a campfire.
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Now open and taking bookings, Howgills Barn has availability this Autumn.
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Great value self catering accommodation t the base of Skiddaw Mountain in the Lake District. Available for 6 people from 2 households, or more then 6 people if they are from the same household.
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Situated in the heart of Windermere and central Lakeland, you will find this cosy, friendly hostel ideally situated for exploring the surrounding area.
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Not everything will be the same as we are adapting to the new normal and following UK Government guidelines to ensure that both our guests and ourselves can stay safe. Our booking system is up to date and we have several discounted offers to help you decide when and how to stay with us. We look forwards to seeing you soon.
We're also proud to have achieved the 'We're Good To Go' mark by VisitEngland. This is a new Covid-19 industry standard mark. It is a way of letting you know which businesses have made the necessary changes to help to keep everyone safe.
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Caldbeck Glamping Barns provide are newly converted self contained accommodation for 8, 5 and 3 and a Sauna which can be booked from October 2020.
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We will be letting private rooms only, which can be shared by up two households. All rooms will have their own dedicated shower facilities. We've reduced our overall occupancy and set up our booking systems to allow discounted under-occupancy of our larger bunk rooms - giving everyone more space. We'll be increasing our daily cleaning routines to ensure everything stays clean and safe.
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We have re-opened our hostel with private bunk rooms only (maximum of 2 households) and changes to our pricing. We have been working extremely hard to adapt and prepare the hostel to offer a safe and secure environment. We kindly ask you to book before arrival. New office hours 9am–5pm, 7 days a week. Looking forward to seeing you all soon, almost as much as we hope you're looking forward to soaking up the wonderful Lake District
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High Wallabarrow is a traditional hill farm in the Duddon Valley, the Lake District’s quiet corner. The well equipped camping barn, an old farmhouse, sleeps 10 upstairs. Downstairs there’s a large living area with woodburning stove and fully equipped kitchen. Mattresses provided BYO sleeping bags/pillows. Toilet just outside and shower nearby. 15 mins’ walk to pub, 10 mins to climbing crag. Not suitable for rowdy groups.
On the slopes of Skiddaw Mountain by the Blencathra Centre. The bunkhouse is available for sole use bookings and when there is availability we are also taking B&B bookings via booking.com
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This comfy 6 person camping barn has achieved the Visit England award for implementing the Governments Covid safety measures. So you can be sure of a safe stay in this idyllic part of the Lake District.
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Numbers have been restricted to five to allow space for social distancing. But how nice would it be to have the place to yourself... Unwind in one of the most atmospheric spots in the UK
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The Mawdsley family and staff look forward to welcoming you back to The White Horse Inn here in Scales! Stay in our bunkrooms in the converted stables of this traditional Lake District inn at the foot of Blencathra. Guests are welcome in the Inn which has great pub food, open fires Paths to the mountains from the garden & the C2C route passes the door.
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