Family autumn walks full of muddy puddles, piles of crunchy leaves and glowing faces are what autumn is all about really, isn’t it? We know that sometimes, however, even the most daring young explorers need a bit of persuading to get them bundled into their coats...
At YHA, we’re proud to be in amongst some of the greatest forests destinations in England and Wales. Which is why we are bringing you eight forest destinations you can visit with YHA.Sherwood ForestLet’s start with a well known UK forest destination. Sherwood...
YHA Whitby is, and has always been, a firm favourite hostelling destination for families, ramblers and holiday makers over its 85-year history. Let’s look at the first location.1934 to 2006 A hostel in Whitby has been a strong talking point from the very beginnings...
This month we’re diving into the history of YHA Ambleside, a hostel close to many peoples hearts. This stunning hostel has a prime spot on the edge of the water and is perfect for fine-weather dining.Ambleside (Queens Hotel) Youth Hostel – 1946 to 1971The Queens...
How do bees make honey? Female worker bees fly from flower to flower, sucking out a sugary juice called nectar with their tongues.When their ‘honey stomachs’ are full of nectar, they fly back to the hive. Here they pass the nectar from mouth to mouth. Some people...
When you’re hiking, it’s always a good idea to carry water and snacks – and this simple trail mix recipe is perfect for keeping your energy levels up. 1 big handful of nuts (cashews, peanuts and almonds are all good) 1 small handful of dried fruit (try raisins,...
It’s very easy to rush through life – to charge about the place like a hare in a hurry, dashing here and darting there, never standing still. After all, everyone loves adventure. But sometimes, slowing down can show us things we would normally miss. When was the...
Each issue we’ll be sharing some special moments you’ve had while staying with YHA. We’d love to hear about your most memorable experiences at [email protected] Blossom's Discovery “We stayed in a youth hostel in the middle...
The Cleveland Way turns 50 years old in 2019 The North York Moors are – to coin a phrase – as old as the hills, but the famed long-distance walking route that traverses the heather moorland is rather younger. When the 109-mile Cleveland Way was opened in 1969, it...
Myth, legend, art and literature permeate the North East of England like few other places in the UK. This under-visited corner of the country is home to some of the nation’s most important historical and cultural treasures. The ruins of Lindisfarne Priory on Holy...
Simon Reeve did not have an easy childhood. The presenter and author – whose on-the-road documentaries have taken BBC audiences everywhere from Colombia to Kazakhstan – spent his teenage years spiralling into destructive behaviour to the point where he considered...
Few things in life beat a trip to the seaside, and more than 35 of our hostels sit on – or within strolling distance of – the endlessly varied shoreline of England and Wales. These include classic options like YHA Brighton and YHA Boggle Hole, as well as a whole...
