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Hello… and welcome to the autumn issue of The Journey. As the embers of summer fade into memory, it’s a time for facing the months ahead with a smile. True, the days are shorter and the branches are barer, but there are real joys to be had from this season of crisp mornings, chunky jumpers and autumnal adventures.

In this issue, escaping from the 9-to-5 is a central theme. We take a look at the outdoor thrills within easy reach of our biggest cities, celebrate the memories that can be made from booking a hostel on Exclusive Hire and highlight four hostels with excellent potential for solo travellers at any time of year.

Elsewhere — and harking back to the Olympic summer — we have an interview with Team GB’s Adam Burgess, whose celebrations after winning a silver medal in the canoe slalom summed up the passion and commitment on show at the Games. Our walk of the season, meanwhile, heads to Manchester for an on-foot tour of this action-packed city.

You’ll also find more information about our franchise hostels, an overview of accessible trails, a review of essential autumn gear and our usual pull-out pages for young hostellers. We hope you enjoy the read, and find some inspiration for the months ahead.

Previous issues of The Journey

Autumn 2023

Summer 2022

Summer 2021

Winter 2019