YHA Blog
For me, volunteering to check map routes for the YHA Festival of Walking allowed me to re-discover the joy of hostelling and getting out into nature. The fresh air, exercise and change of scenery worked wonders for my physical and mental health. I have been a keen...
Autumn is surely the most picturesque season of the year, and we’re fortunate that there are many autumn walks in the UK to explore on foot when the leaves start to fall. From the rolling red and gold hills of the Peak District to the darker orange and brown...
Walking is truly good for the soul and mind. Whether it’s a short morning stroll with the pooch or a invigorating trek, it’s hard not to feel revived afterwards. The fresh countryside air, harmonious birdsong and golden tones of radiant sunflowers — you just can’t...
In an ITV special, Julia Bradbury and Ore Oduba revealed Britain’s 100 Favourite Walks, as voted by walking enthusiasts. Here we look at the top five which are all located close to fantastic YHA hostels.1. Helvellyn, CumbriaThe Lake District’s third highest peak...
From frozen waterfalls to gentle frosty rambles with picture-perfect views, this selection of wonderful winter walks in the UK will certainly put a spring in your step. Whether you’re looking for accessible or challenging, these well-trodden routes have something...
Planning your own walking route can be a rewarding experience, helping you discover new places or set yourself challenges. Jonathan Elder from Ordnance Survey outlines how to get started.1. Pick your mapThe best maps for planning walking routes in Britain’s...
Coast to coast walks have risen in popularity over the past few years. Many seeking the freedom and beauty that a walking holiday can provide. One of the most famous routes in England, is the Coast to Coast Walk. Spanning across three national parks (North York...
The Lake District national park is a walker’s paradise. Here are our top picks of easy fell walks in the Lake District, suitable for everyone to enjoy. Sale Fell 2 miles2 hours At just 359 metres high but still offering some of the prettiest views of the Lakes,...
If you’re like us, you’re lacing up your walking boots as soon as the first hints of autumn appear in the air. And the Lake District landscape has never looked more inviting. A walk in the Lakes when mountain sides are draped in a rainbow of fiery foliage is just...
With 296 miles of fantastic coastline to explore, over huge cliffs which plummet into the sea, pathways that twist and turn through gorgeous greenery and views which reach out to an endless horizon, Cornwall is a walker’s paradise. It’s time to put those walking...
The picturesque town of Windermere, situated in the Lake District National Park, is a popular walking location for visitors. If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, then there are plenty of opportunities to head to the hills and take in...
As the temperature drops, adventures on foot take on a whole new dimension. Here are some useful outdoor skills from hillwalkers’ bible The Great Outdoors magazine:Dress for the conditions First on our list is dress for the conditions. Wear several layers of...
