The Lake District is like Disneyland for doggies. With mile-upon-mile of fantastic walks, plenty of dog-friendly pubs and attractions alongside glamp sites where your pooch will feel right at home, a dog-friendly holiday in the Lake District in Cumbria, in the...
Cornwall is one of the most popular destinations for a UK break, and it's not difficult to see why. The South West of England boasts some of the best beaches in the country, many of which wouldn't look out of place in the Caribbean. Add to this plenty of spots for...
Whether you’re looking for a mini-moon location, somewhere scenic for a short getaway, or a honeymoon retreat, glamping is an ideal option for a romantic break. Switch off from the outside world, spend time together in the great outdoors, and stargaze with a truly...
Ever wondered what Nordic walking is all about, or wanted to brush up on your navigation and map reading know how? Perhaps you’re curious about pilgrimage routes, in need of a wellbeing walk or fancy a cultural wander around an historic city? The third YHA Festival...
Camping or glamping? It’s the age-old question. As soon as the weather gets better here in the UK, we head for the great outdoors for an adventure, and then it’s time to decide whether you’d prefer to glamp or camp. While both experiences are brilliant, there are a...
Every time I’ve visited the Peak District with my walking boots laced, I’ve left wanting more. Even the longer day-trails have seemed little more than appetisers. So the prospect of following a hiking route between three YHA hostels – a chance to wander for three...
Having never stayed in a hostel with my family before, I was not entirely sure what to expect. Would it be family-friendly? What about the cleanliness? Also, I’ve heard that some youth hostels have an age limit, will it be suitable for families? With YHA Bath our...
We are all about finding ways to keep more money in your pocket, so here’s a quick hack on how to spend as little as possible this holiday season — including some great tips on how to bag the best accommodation for less, how to get a stay away for free and how to...
Since 1931, YHA’s network has included hostels run by private owners. Today, franchises are an important part of our network make up, as they are in the international hostelling movement. For many years, YHA has achieved growth in income and impact through a mix of...
There are thousands of kid-friendly walks across the nation offering families an inexpensive great day out. The art of following a walking route, like those below, can provide plenty of fun and curiosity, so why not let the children take control of the map, whether...
Creating the self-guided walks for YHA includes a team of experts to test out the routes to make sure they are safe and accessible as well as adding in details such as nearest facilities and scenic places to stop for a great view. Mountain leader, Simon Lightowler,...
To bring you our fantastic set of self-guided walks, YHA enlisted the help of some fantastic volunteers who tried out all of the walks to test for accessibility and add some extra details such as picnic spots, scenic viewing points and refreshment places. Here Toni...
