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Sunshine and scattered showers: spring in the Peak District
Waking up slowly to the thrumming of raindrops and gentle bleating of new-born lambs is the best way to start the day. Lying in bed in an oak-beamed attic at YHA Hartington Hall, other...
Pilgrim Trust grant helps YHA remove more barriers in the outdoors
A unique collaborative project that is working with grassroots groups and other partners to remove barriers and increase participation in the outdoors, has received a funding boost from the...
Unplug, unwind and reconnect: six wellbeing escapes in the UK with YHA
On 10th October each year, World Mental Health Day shines light on the most significant societal challenges affecting people’s mental wellbeing. The theme for 2024 is prioritising mental health...
Why YHA hostelling is great for your inner peace
Every September, Hostelling International (HI) celebrate the United Nations’ International Day of Peace with their inspiring ‘Say HI! For Peace’ campaign, which highlights how peace blossoms from...
Five reasons to get outside this season
As the nights draw in and the days get darker, it’s tempting to shut the curtains, stay indoors and get cosy. But don’t forget to get outside and enjoy the many delights of autumn. Walk through a...
Seasonal scenic cycling routes in the UK
Bike your way around Britain in the colder months, there’s still so much to discover. From easy eight milers to trickier mountain climbs, there’s scenic cycling routes in the UK to suit...
Our favourite autumn landscapes
Embrace the new season, the leaves turning rusty hues, the misty days, the last warmth of the sunshine and plan a trip to see some spectacular autumn landscapes. Here are a few ideas of vistas to...
Gothic glamping at YHA Whitby
After miles of undulating moorland Whitby comes as a surprise; in the words of James Herriot: "you almost tumble out of the heather into the town." As we gingerly descend Blue Bank in second gear...
Things to do this autumn
Here we are with a handy guide on how to make the most of autumn when staying at our hostels. The best bit? Everything is free! From climbing peaks to visiting harbours, perusing markets to...
Things to look forward to this autumn
The leaves are changing colour, the air is chilly, and the nights are drawing in. Autumn’s here – hooray! The UK transforms into a scenic landscape of golden hues, crisp air, and a host of...
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Pilgrim Trust grant helps YHA remove more barriers in the outdoors
A unique collaborative project that is working with grassroots groups and other partners to remove barriers and increase participation in the outdoors, has received a funding boost from the...
An update on hostel sales and our franchise scheme
A more sustainable hostel network There’s no denying that it’s been a difficult decade so far — for YHA, our customers, members and beneficiaries. The pandemic inflicted devastating damage. With...
Sign up for the 2024 YHA Festival of Walking now!
Get walking! YHA’s popular Festival of Walking returns for the third year this September (13th September to 13th October). Organised annually, the festival aims to get more people walking,...
Gweinidog yn canmol ymrwymiad hostel ieuenctid Bannau Brycheiniog i wneud arosiadau gwesteion yn fwy gwyrdd ac yn fwy hygyrch
Mae Sarah Murphy, Gweinidog Partneriaeth Gymdeithasol yn Llywodraeth Cymru, wedi canmol ymrwymiad YHA (Cymru a Lloegr) i hygyrchedd a chynaliadwyedd amgylcheddol ac ariannol yn ystod ymweliad â...
Two senior YHA appointments announced to drive our recovery plan
YHA has made two key appointments to its Executive Team. We are welcoming Louise Platt and James MacColl to two new senior roles within the organisation.Louise has been appointed as Executive...
Arddangosfeydd hostel newydd yn dathlu perthynas arbennig yr YHA gyda Pharc Cenedlaethol Eryri a’r cymunedau cyfagos
Cronfa Cymunedau Eryri (CCE) yn ariannu arddangosfeydd mewn chwe hostel Mae rhinweddau arbennig Awdurdod Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri a’r elusen flaenllaw yr YHA (Cymru a Lloegr) wedi dod yn fyw mewn...
Hostel ieuenctid Pen-y-Pass yn ennill gwobr ryngwladol nodedig HOSCAR
Mae’r YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass wedi ennill gwobr ryngwladol fawreddog HOSCAR. Mae’r hostel ieuenctid 5 seren, sydd ger Caernarfon, wrth droed Yr Wyddfa, wedi cael ei henwi’n Hostel Orau Cymru yn...
YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass wins prestigious international HOSCAR award
YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass has won a prestigious international HOSCAR award! The 5-star youth hostel, which is located in Carnaerfon at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), has been named Hostelworld’s...
YHA welcomes Government pledge to boost access to nature for young people in England
YHA has warmly welcomed the Government’s announcement that young people will be a cornerstone of their pledge to improve access to nature ahead of COP28. The new package of measures announced by...