Places to go
The best winter beaches in the UK
Beaches have so much more to offer than just sandcastles and sunbathing. A beach in the autumn and winter is often far less crowded than the summer months – you can appreciate its beauty all to yourself! Wrap up warm, check out those tide times and enjoy a few of...
My summer family break at YHA Bath
Having never stayed in a hostel with my family before, I was not entirely sure what to expect. Would it be family-friendly? What about the cleanliness? Also, I’ve heard that some youth hostels have an age limit, will it be suitable for families? With YHA Bath our...
All creatures great and small: walks from YHA Coverack
We hopped across the stepping stones and skirted a field. Round the next corner was a wild boar getting ready to charge, an enormous bull leaning into the wind, a gleaming white horse that must have galloped out of a fairy tale, and a feisty pair of goats. We...
How to save money on holidays in the UK
We are all about finding ways to keep more money in your pocket, so here’s a quick hack on how to spend as little as possible this holiday season — including some great tips on how to bag the best accommodation for less, how to get a stay away for free and how to...
Looking to the future with franchises
Since 1931, YHA’s network has included hostels run by private owners. Today, franchises are an important part of our network make up, as they are in the international hostelling movement. For many years, YHA has achieved growth in income and impact through a mix of...
Family-friendly walks across England and Wales
There are thousands of kid-friendly walks across the nation offering families an inexpensive great day out. The art of following a walking route, like those below, can provide plenty of fun and curiosity, so why not let the children take control of the map, whether...
Stay in a YHA camping pod this summer
If you fancy getting away from it all this summer but can’t bring yourself to face the hassle of pitching your own tent, then a YHA camping pod might be just the quirky alternative you are looking for. There is still plenty of time to book an unusual escape away...
UK summer holiday breaks for the family
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...
Challenging walks with YHA
Creating the self-guided walks for YHA includes a team of experts to test out the routes to make sure they are safe and accessible as well as adding in details such as nearest facilities and scenic places to stop for a great view. Mountain leader, Simon Lightowler,...
The making of the self-guided walking maps
To bring you our fantastic set of self-guided walks, YHA enlisted the help of some fantastic volunteers who tried out all of the walks to test for accessibility and add some extra details such as picnic spots, scenic viewing points and refreshment places. Here Toni...
Going on Safari: YHA Truleigh Hill
As we peered into the dark waters of the boating lake searching for the fidget toy our son had dropped overboard, they suddenly came into focus: scores of pale, translucent creatures gently stretching and contracting as they circulated just below the surface, like...
Picking the perfect National Park for your staycation
Our National Parks really are our national treasures. Combine lavish landscapes, pretty panoramic views, wondrous wildlife, and hey presto — you’ve got an unbeatable recipe for a magical staycation. Come rain or shine, National Parks offer the ultimate adventure...