North East England is home to some of the most beautiful towns and cities in the UK – not to …
Discovering Dark Skies
Where to stay: YHA Hartington Hall, YHA The Sill at Hadrian’s Wall, YHA Whitby or YHA South Downs. Stargazing – …
Famous trees in England and Wales
It’s #NationalTreeWeek and we’re talking all about the most famous, strangest and unique trees that make up England and Wales. We’ve …
Winter wonderlands in the UK 2019
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening! From urban ice rinks to fairground rides, Santa’s grottos and glittering light shows, this …
4 picks for New Years Eve breaks 2019/2020
Christmas is fast approaching. Before you know it, it’ll be time to put into action those all-important New Year’s plans! …
10 great things to do in London – winter 2019
Ah, winter. The days become shorter and the weather is colder and wetter. Disheartening? Well, maybe slightly, but certainly not …
Unmissable winter events 2019
Obviously Christmas is winter’s headline act but there’s plenty more going on in the months ahead. Step into our Santa-free …
UK winter walks
Who says hiking is only a three-season activity? From frozen waterfalls to spooky burial chambers – these UK winter walks …
Hills and thrills at YHA Buttermere
by Caroline Wood Surrounded by a mess of pegs, guy ropes and canvas, I realised that it had been a …
Snow slopes in the UK
Ok so they may not be Meribel, St Anton or Whistler, but it may surprise you to learn that England …