YHA Blog
Throughout its history, from the arrival of the future George IV to its modern-day status as Britain’s hippest city, via the inns and bathing machines of the Regency period (an era which the YHA Brighton building dates from), the cheap tattle of the Victorian...
Pegs and poles? Check. Sense of adventure? Check. Ben Lerwill takes his family on a camping trip to Snowdonia. A night to remember The way you stay can be as important as the place you stay. That’s why we offer so many unique and unusual overnight options. Forty...
From rolling down hills to climbing up mountains, jumping in muddy puddles to relaxing in the warmth of a sunny afternoon, family time together builds bonds that last a lifetime. Add a little YHA magic to the mix and you have...
Living in or travelling to London is often associated with bustling streets, a fast pace of life, and limited opportunity to get to appreciate the landscape that both the city and the surrounding area has to offer. But, there are certainly some great walks in and...
Majestic and breathtaking, the mountains of Britain have a magic all of their own. Challenge yourself with a trek over some of the highest mountain locations in the UK, or take a slightly more leisurely walk through some of the most beautiful countrysides with...
Explore the beauty and tranquility of the great British countryside with YHA. Watch the world go by over a picnic in the sunshine or get muddy with an exhilarating woodland bike ride; whatever you want to do, there's a YHA for you in amazing rural locations. YHA...
Hear that? The thumping tail? That’s the sound of one very happy dog. Yes, the time has come - we’re pleased to announce that it’s now possible for you to bring your pooch while staying with YHA. Dogs and their owners can now stay at 44 YHA Camping & Cabins...
Ready for a budget trip to the Yorkshire Dales? It’s the north of England’s go-to destination for weekend breaks with plenty of things to do. With the towns and cities of West Yorkshire on the doorstep, it’s an easy visit for a fair chunk of the UK’s urban...
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...
Ah winter weather, you frosty fiend. With the cold snap upon us and a carpet of snow likely at some point soon, what better time to plan for some picturesque perambulations. Here are five fantastic history hikes that incorporate iconic and atmospheric ruins....
Fancy a trip to Cambridge? Beat the summer crowds by exploring this historic city over the colder months. King’s College Chapel is mine alone. It’s mid-afternoon in Cambridge, and the dusky winter glow outside is seeping through 500-year-old stained glass. The nave...
It’s as a child when a love of the outdoors is instilled and here at YHA, we have plenty of family-friendly hostels in our network. Playing games in coastland coves, discovering wildlife on woodland walks, and reaching new heights on adventure-packed weekends. The...
