YHA Blog
Looking for unforgettable, affordable experiences for the months ahead? Here are 24 ideas for hostel trips in 2024 — because after all, calendars are there to be filled. Happy travels!1. YHA Ambleside for wild swimming Lake Windermere, on the hostel’s wonderfully...
Winter can be a beautiful time of year. Snow on the high ground, frozen spider webs on the hedges, semi-frozen lakes. And what better than a warm hostel, a mug of tea and games to entertain you through the long evenings? Here’s our pick of properties for a...
When facing periods of stress, being outside and walking outdoors has the most beneficial impact on your mental wellbeing. Breathing in fresh air, hearing birdsong, connecting with nature, all contribute to making a difference to how you feel. With that being said,...
Snow-capped fells, syrup smooth lakes and beautiful higgledy-piggledy houses dotted in amongst miles of glistening frosty landscapes can only mean one thing: tis the season for festive fun in the Lake District. Whether you wander for miles through a winter...
Leave the hustle and bustle of the busy cities behind, and head for beachcombing breaks on deserted sands or go for a frost-laden wander up forgotten peaks. Book yourself a winter escape in the UK with YHA. Here are some ideas for your perfect winter...
The sweet smell of roasted chestnuts, spice-infused mulled wine and cheery yuletide ambience — what better way to get in the mood for the festive season than with the bright lights of a bustling Christmas market. England and Wales are glittered with an array of...
Ah, winter. The days become shorter and the weather is colder and wetter. Disheartening? Well, maybe slightly, but certainly not if you happen to be in London. That miserable combination certainly doesn’t stop the UK’s capital having great things to do. With...
If you’re thinking about a trip away, have you considered a hostel? If you’re open to the idea of sleeping in a hostel, let us give you five reasons to stay in a hostel, especially a YHA.AffordableSince most of us are tightening our belts at the moment, why not let...
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...
In England's capital, attention often falls on the predictable big-ticket sights. Look to the South East London district of Rotherhithe, however, and you’ll find rewards — including a newly reopened hostel.YHA London ThamesideThis summer saw the reopening of one of...
Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, covering 823 square miles of north Wales, is one of the UK’s most thrilling destinations. It encompasses nine mountain ranges and a whole world of long-distance walks, dramatic coastlines, gnarly crags and steep biking trails — as...
With breathtaking rocky outcrops and waterfall trails galore, it’s no wonder why the Yorkshire Dales are so popular with so many visitors. Running through the middle of the Dales are the Pennines, otherwise known as the “Backbone of England” due to their impressive...
