YHA Blog
Looking for the perfect break with the family? There are plenty of destinations that make for the best UK summer holiday breaks. Below are our top picks for a brilliant staycation where you can explore the hidden gems of England and Wales over the summer...
Share your summer photos and video clips with us The nights are getting lighter and the air is a little warmer – summer is on its way. The delightful change of the season makes it the perfect time to immerse your senses into the natural beauty which surrounds us....
Here’s some dates for your diary this spring and summer. As the weather warms, pack some enjoyment into the lighter months with our ideas of things to do. And because we have hostels all over England and Wales, there’s always one close by to the action.An extra day...
If you’ve never tried a family holiday with YHA, it’s time to find out what you’re missing. Our hostels are more family-friendly than ever before, offering unique on-site adventures that kids will love. Our range of affordable breaks will help introduce your loved...
Is there a more carefree way to travel than on the open top of a double-decker bus? On a sunny spring morning we wound slowly through the lanes towards Land's End, looking down on clouds of blackthorn and out to the turquoise sea. We heard the cheerful twittering...
Four of us from the Youth Advisory Team recently spent the weekend together at YHA Edale Activity Centre. Having virtually volunteered together for 8 months, this was our first meeting in person. It was a great opportunity to get to know each other, discuss all the...
Get ready for some Easter fun. If you’ve got a flock to keep entertained this Easter here are five activities that you can try out at home. Have a cracking time.1. Design an Easter egg huntAhh the classic Easter egg hunt – a staple activity at this time of year for...
Since joining YHA’s Youth Advisory Team and becoming a volunteer team member at YHA Hartington Hall, volunteering has become a significant part of my life. I’ve met new people, developed new skills, and pushed myself out of my comfort zone (a lot!). YHA has helped...
Just like spring sunshine, these art and culture festivals are set to light up the months ahead. From intellectual leaps to flights of fancy, epic outdoor staging to intimate gigs, there’s so much wonderful stuff to see and do, right on our doorsteps. So pick what...
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...
There’s more to Liverpool than number one hits and the fab four. With a range of vibrant festivals and a rich heritage. Make it your spring break destination with these things to do in Liverpool.Go on an outdoor art huntLooking for things to do in Liverpool out in...
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...
