Places to go
YHA quirky glamping options
Can’t wait to get glamping? Many of our hostels have many quirky accommodation options to make the most of this season, with camping pods, bell tents, Landpods, Airstreams, cabins, tipis and more landing in our gardens and grounds. If you enjoy camping but prefer a...
Adventures by bus with the £2 single fare cap
Travelling on the top deck of a bus can give you a wonderful new perspective on the world. Looking down from that height - and having far more time to look at things than you would if you were driving - turns an ordinary journey into an adventure. And right now bus...
Somerset in spring: YHA Cheddar
Just before the quarter hour people gather expectantly near the cathedral's mighty strainer arches and gaze up at the burnished face of the ancient astronomical clock. As it chimes, jousting knights come galloping out. One knocks another flat with his lance. On the...
Discovering Dark Skies with YHA
Stargazing – a simple yet intriguing and inspiring evening activity. The hope that a shooting star might pass, or that there will be a full moon, or seeing who can spot the biggest star – there’s so much excitement and interest in observing dark skies. The best...
A local guide to the rugged North Lakes
Is it any wonder why so many famous authors and poets found their inspiration in the Northernmost fells, dales and forests of the Lake District? Wander lonely as a cloud through the fantastic Lake District scenery and discover everything that this rugged landscape...
YHA’s top dog destinations to get tails wagging
At YHA, we love dogs. Many of the team in our hostels are dog owners so they have local knowledge and will give you tips about the local area. Before you go, here are some tips to help you get organised so you can make the most of your stay and don’t end up chasing...
Our stay at YHA Boggle Hole
As we arrived at YHA Boggle Hole we had to park up the car and walk down a pretty path. We wondered how long our walk might be but it was literally a few minutes later and we were treated to the most spectacular view of the little cove where the youth hostel is...
Unique stays in the UK
Time to cross off some of those never evers. YHA has a plethora of properties for you to enjoy on its roster. Never stayed in a castle? Fear not, you can be a knight in shining armour with us. Never slept in the middle of the forest? We can point you in the right...
Hostelling with friends at YHA Poppit Sands
YHA Poppit Sands has left the YHA network. Many other YHA hostels are available for Exclusive Hire. It was a long, winding journey west through the Preseli Mountains towards the rust-red horizon. Arriving after dark, we could barely see the sea, but what a view...
Sleeping under the stars this spring
At last, spring is here, bringing colour back into our lives. With the arrival of brighter mornings, sleeping under the stars is back on the menu across the UK. Here at YHA, we offer family-friendly, unique overnights in some of the most amazing places all over...
How to find accessible holiday accommodation in the Peak District
With its many steep hills and limestone gorges, grit escarpments and deep, dark caves, the Peak District may not jump out as the perfect destination for an accessible holiday. However, the Peaks are about much, much more than just… well, the Peaks. You’ll find...
Disability friendly holidays in National Parks
Here in the UK, we’re incredibly lucky to have many incredible national parks. However, wheelchair travel can be challenging. Not only are many of the national parks most famous natural sights inaccessible for disabled visitors, there’s also the challenge of...