YHA Blog
Bike your way around Britain in the colder months, there’s still so much to discover. From easy eight milers to trickier mountain climbs, there’s scenic cycling routes in the UK to suit everyone. One thing is guaranteed, they’re all in stunning landscapes.Whitby...
Happy half term! What’s better than family, fun, and fresh air? Name a better trio. But it may be a little tricky thinking of things to do to keep the little ones entertained on a weekend or on holiday, so here are our top picks of outdoor activities for families...
With 78% of teenagers now living in urban areas and 52% of teenagers saying spending time close to nature improves their mood* there is no better time than now to book a stay at YHA. With a selection of hostels and outdoor options in locations close to nature and...
Home schooling during lockdown? Looking for inspiration to help keep young minds active and entertained? Our free children's activity pack is bursting with things for kids to make, learn and do.Crafts, recipes, wildlife facts and more – everything you need for a...
Access to the outdoors and spending time together in it, is more important than ever for families, a national *survey by the 90-year-old youth charity YHA (England & Wales) has found. The survey results, which were published by YHA on its 90th anniversary (10...
Ensconced in the cosy games room at YHA Coniston Holly How, we watched our respective children make a domino run. Rain pelted the windows and the monkey puzzle tree rocked in the wind. The other parent leaned over and whispered, slightly embarrassed: "Do we have to...
If the next two months of winter is putting you off exploring the great outdoors with your family, don’t worry. The great indoors will not disappoint
Families can get active together this summer with a brand new affordable family holiday experience launched by YHA (England and Wales) for summer 2018. The two, four and seven-night camps are being held at YHA Edale and Okehampton, located in the Peak District and...
If you’re planning a family holiday on British shores, Cornwall is always high up on any list of potential destinations. The long car journey to the far south west of the country is definitely worth it and usually a haven for holidaymakers far and wide. Enjoy the...
