YHA Blog
Whether you want to get away with family over the summer holidays or you are looking for the ideal New Year location to see off 2024 with friends, an exclusive stay in a YHA hostel is an extremely cost-effective way to accommodate larger groups. So what makes...
Here’s our guide to 12 YHA hostels that are in fabulous literary locations in England. Visit for inspiration and you be the next Beatrix Potter, Mary Shelley or perhaps William Wordsworth!YHA AmblesideLiterary connection – Beatrix Potter. Nestled in the heart of...
As the weather turns, it’s time to cosy down and make the most of café culture. Whether you prefer a flat white or an Earl Grey, our cafés are the perfect place to warm up with simple pleasures such as a hot drink, an indulgent slice of cake or refuel with a...
Oh, the weather outside may be frightful, but it’s perfect weather for getting to know a city a little bit better. From winter festivals to Christmas markets, there’s plenty of things to see and do this season whilst on a city getaway with loved ones. There might...
I gazed into the rock pool hoping to spot a Velvet Swimming Crab, its red eyes glowing bright like car tail lights. Seven years previously an ecologist from the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust had shown us one in this very place, on the beach near YHA Boggle Hole in Robin...
On 10th October each year, World Mental Health Day shines light on the most significant societal challenges affecting people’s mental wellbeing. The theme for 2024 is prioritising mental health in the workplace. Remember, in order to flourish you need to be at your...
Every September, Hostelling International (HI) celebrate the United Nations’ International Day of Peace with their inspiring ‘Say HI! For Peace’ campaign, which highlights how peace blossoms from mutual respect and understanding. HI aims to unite people from all...
Did you know that we have a wide range of dog-friendly accommodation and facilities? You can bring your four-legged friends to stay with you at selected Exclusive Hire properties and many of our Camping & Cabins sites. Dogs are welcome in all YHA cafés too, so...
After miles of undulating moorland Whitby comes as a surprise; in the words of James Herriot: "you almost tumble out of the heather into the town." As we gingerly descend Blue Bank in second gear those magnificent, unmistakable ruins appear on the horizon: Whitby...
Here we are with a handy guide on how to make the most of autumn when staying at our hostels. The best bit? Everything is free! From climbing peaks to visiting harbours, perusing markets to watching seal pups, here’s some inspiration.Visit a Swiss village but in...
If you're planning a trip to the beautiful cities of Bristol and Bath but want to keep your budget in check, you're in luck. Both cities offer a wealth of free activities that showcase their rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. From exploring...
The Lake District is like Disneyland for doggies. With mile-upon-mile of fantastic walks, plenty of dog-friendly pubs and attractions alongside glamp sites where your pooch will feel right at home, a dog-friendly holiday in the Lake District in Cumbria, in the...
