YHA Blog
Our guide to unmissable England and Wales. From world-famous attractions to the less obvious, we’ve compiled a list of must-visit landmarks, landscapes and locations. And we have accommodation available a stone’s throw from all of them. So, if you’re looking for...
I started youth hostelling in the days when cars were not allowed at hostels. Whilst it is reputed that some hostellers parked their cars around the corner from the hostel and walked the last 100 yards, the traditional model of walking from one hostel to another...
National parks – those one-stop-shops for beautiful places and great big breathing spaces. We’re lucky enough to have more than 60 properties in the amazing national parks dotted around England and Wales. What’s more, we know the best places, the best views and the...
In the walled garden at Avebury Manor lime-green fists of rhubarb were punching through the soil. A ladybird crept out of hibernation to warm up on a twig. The low sun lit up snowdrops and crocuses; now and then a bee buzzed past. After a dreary winter, spring was...
From the ancient ruins of Whitby Abbey to the 73-mile-long Hadrian’s Wall, Britain has plenty heritage hotspots full of beauty and historic importance. We are proud to be part of the Heritage Alliance and with many of our hostels located nearby, we provide you...
Dog owners can take advantage of our range of dog-friendly youth hostels that offer camping pods, cabins, tipis, bell tents and pitch-up camping facilities in their grounds. Dogs are charged at £5 per night when using YHA’s pods, cabins, tipis and bell tents,...
Get back to the buzz of the city with our top suggestions of things to do this spring in a UK city near you.LondonStay with us at one of our London hostels and take advantage of the many cultural things on offer. When you’re tired of London, you’re tired of life,...
"Goodbye orange door, I love you!" said the little girl next door as her family hoisted their rucksacks and left their chalet in the dim October morning light. How attached kids can get to a place in a very short time: we too have often had to say formal 'goodbyes'...
Article written by Vanessa Ball from Wanders MilesYHA has long been at the heart of travelling in the UK. They are affordable, friendly and can be found in each of the most beautiful and interesting parts of our fascinating country.Traditional camping grounds and...
"The road to the Honister Pass has turned into a waterfall!" "Abandoned cars are blocking the road to Keswick." "A four-wheel drive might be able to get out via Grange." Reports came in thick and fast as the rain fell in sheets, non-stop, for three days; the River...
I had overheard people discussing The Winter Timetable in tones that suggested it was important, but didn't understand why until a member of the team at YHA Keswick spelled it out for me: "It means that some local bus routes will stop running from tomorrow. So if,...
Along with a camera and a coffee pot there's one more thing I try not to forget when packing for a trip: our kite. To untangle its colourful tail streamers and throw it straight up into the gale blowing off the sea brings an instant and joyful feeling of connection...
