YHA Blog
We’re all trying to be more eco friendly these days. Shopping local, skipping plastic bottles and choosing zero waste options where we can. But when it comes to taking our annual vacation those green intentions can quickly go out the window. It’s not that we don’t...
The quiet, charming, quaint old English city of Chester, which was founded as a Roman fortress in 79 AD and surrounded by ancient walls, should be top of your to-do list. It’s a city full of historic treasures mixed perfectly with modern adventures. Whilst staying...
With 75% of the environmental impact of the tourism industry caused by aviation , a staycation right here in the UK is a significantly more eco friendly choice than a budget flight to the Costas. However, holidaying at home comes with its own sustainability...
Walking is a free way of taking in the best of Britain's scenic sites. So, bearing this in mind, here are our six favourite walking destinations in the UK waiting to be discovered.Lizard Peninsula CoastAbout as far south as you can go but still be on the UK...
If you’re looking for somewhere to re-wild yourself, the Dark Peak is the answer. Here you’ll find windswept moorlands peppered with heather and harebell and imposing gritstone escarpments jutting from the landscape. Here is our guide to the Dark Peak...Kinder...
Love camping but need a little luxury when you travel? Seeking a dog friendly bank holiday break or an outdoorsy summer camping trip with the kids? Whatever your staycation must-haves, there’s a spot in England to meet your needs. So whether it’s clambering to top...
The UK’s holiday hotspot, Cornwall is a favourite destination, not just for surfing, sunbathing and sightseeing, but for walking too. In addition to unspoilt interior countryside, Cornwall’s coast is linked via the South West Coast Path, a 630 mile coastal route...
According to recent research, 34% of households in the UK now own a dog. It’s no surprise then that more and more families are seeking dog-friendly holidays. Not only can putting your furry friend into kennel accommodation be expensive, but many of us simply don’t...
From Cornwall to Kent and from Sussex to the Scottish borders, wherever you’re exploring there’s likely to be a YHA hostel nearby. Affordable, comfortable and located in some of the most stunning locations in England and Wales, we are a reliable choice for a warm...
Who doesn’t love a bank holiday? It’s time to pack up your things and head off for some much-needed relaxation with a camping trip to one of our perfectly positioned properties. Frills-free camping or great glamping. Traveling with good friends or with family....
Glamping has transformed the UK camping scene. Luxuriously comfortable compared to traditional tents but more affordable than hotels and holiday cottages, glamping allows you to enjoy the very best of the British countryside with more comfort and less exposure to...
Thank goodness for glamping! No longer does getting out in nature and sleeping under the stars have to mean leaky canvas and soggy socks. Instead staycationing al fresco can be warm, comfortable and even romantic, with spectacular settings and high end amenities...
