YHA Blog
By Jenny Lunnon, YHA's Family Ambassador An old woollen mill beside the rushing River Greta, YHA Keswick is a great choice for a winter or spring family break. Though it doesn't have its own outdoor space it's right by lovely Fitz Park, which offers sports...
There are a wealth of free places to visit in Manchester, one of the UK's biggest and most interesting cities. Read on for some top tips on how to make the most of Manchester without breaking the bank. Book a stay at YHA Manchester and you're in prime position for...
There were hundreds of them bobbing in the bay, socially distanced two metres apart. From our cliff-top vantage point they all looked the same, and it was only when we had clambered down the steps to the shore that we could appreciate them as individuals: the young...
I did miss the self-catering kitchen, as much for the opportunities for interesting chat as for a hob on which to heat baked beans and rice pudding. But the warm welcome from YHA staff was just the same, and that was by far the most important thing. Like many...
There are a million reasons why someone might want to rent a large country house, from simply wanting plenty of space to reconnect with your loved ones.A large country house with enough space to invite the whole familyMost commonly, people with large families want...
Sharing a large holiday cottage with close friends and family not only makes great sense when it comes to cost. It also means that you get to share the cooking, the cleaning and the childcare as well as the odd bottle of wine, once the little ones are finally...
What better way is there of seeing off 2022 in style than booking a large holiday rental in the UK over the festive season, to share with loved ones? But with many large holiday rentals in the UK already booked out for December, what are your options if you are...
On the face of it, camping always looks like an extremely affordable break away. And it can be, assuming you already own all the necessary gear. But what if you don’t own anything yet but you would like to give camping a try? What’s essential? How much will it cost...
Whether you are looking for a large holiday home for a family reunion, stag do or gathering of a group of friends, and whether it’s for one night or several, YHA has something to suit all tastes. And some of our very best properties are right on the awe-inspiring...
YHA Boggle Hole, Robin Hood's Bay. I loved the name, and the address. Deciding that was enough research, I went straight ahead and booked nine nights in The Crow's Nest, a new accommodation block perched high above an old mill in a wooded valley on the North...
Ensconced in the cosy games room at YHA Coniston Holly How, we watched our respective children make a domino run. Rain pelted the windows and the monkey puzzle tree rocked in the wind. The other parent leaned over and whispered, slightly embarrassed: "Do we have to...
Explore brilliant cycle paths in Cornwall whilst uncovering the wildlife, beaches, culture and areas you never knew existed. Here’s some inspiration for cycle paths in Cornwall, suitable for all ages and abilities.The Camel TrailFamilies love the Camel Trail....
