YHA Eyam

Eyam, Derbyshire, S32 5QP
YHA Eyam exterior

Overview

YHA Eyam is a Victorian folly resembling a tiny turreted castle, perched on the hillside above the historic village of Eyam. The house was built in 1887 – the Golden Jubilee year of Queen Victoria – and it became a youth hostel in 1972 after several changes in ownership.

The hostel is well-used by school groups, walking groups, families and individuals who come to enjoy the beautiful Derbyshire countryside and discover more about the tragic story of the villagers of Eyam who sacrificed themselves to the Plague in the 17th century.

Why guests love YHA Eyam

  • Unique hostel building
  • Historic Plague village
  • Perfect for exploring the Peak District

Accommodation at YHA Eyam

YHA Eyam Bedroom

Private rooms

Like your own space? Private rooms offer the hostelling experience with more privacy.

YHA Eyam Bedroom

Private en-suite rooms

Enjoy your own space with a private en-suite room, including bathroom facilities.

YHA Eyam dining room

Hire the whole hostel

With YHA Exclusive Hire, you can take the entire building for you and your group.

YHA Eyam External

Group bookings for 16+ guests

Let YHA take care of your stay with our group booking service.

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Things to do around YHA Eyam

Hostel facilities

  • 24-hour access after check-in
  • 24-hour reception
  • Ambulant accessible
  • Classroom(s)
  • Coach parking nearby
  • Contactless payments
  • Cycle store
  • Defibrillator
  • Dining room
  • Free parking on premises
  • Full mobile coverage
  • Games
  • Group meals
  • Highchair
  • Kitchenette
  • Meeting room(s)
  • Minibus parking on premises
  • Near bus stop
  • Near train station
  • Outdoor seating
  • Shared drying room
  • Shared lounge
  • Shared TV
  • Sole use available
  • Water refill station
  • WiFi

Hostel need to know

Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.

Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol, except when hiring the main building & coach house through YHA Exclusive Hire.

Self-catering: Guests have access to a kitchenette with a fridge, kettle and toaster. The commerical kitchen is also available when hiring the main building & coach house through YHA Exclusive Hire.

Parking: Parking is available in a car park at the bottom of our driveway. You are welcome to proceed up the drive-in order to unload your luggage and then return your vehicle to the carpark afterwards.

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Eyam, except when hiring the main building & coach house through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.

YHA Eyam - Access Statement

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Location of YHA Eyam

YHA Eyam

Map references

OS Map:
119
OS Grid Ref:
SK219769
Lat/Lng:
53.289222, -1.672672

Contact information

Volunteering

Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.  

The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.

Find out more and apply to volunteer.

History

Over a hundred years ago, in the Golden Jubilee year of Queen Victoria’s reign, Beech Hurst was built as a Victorian folly. Massive iron gates were constructed to guard the entrance to the rough holly-lined drive. The house with its imposing tower was built into the steep hillside and surrounded by beech trees which helped to prevent the shale from shifting and provided some degree of protection from the elements.

The first owner was William Nixon (Old Nick as he was often called), a magistrate at Bakewell Assizes whose fines were so heavy he had a bell installed in the tower to summon his protectors should any of his former 'clients' come to visit.

After 50 years the house was found to be ivy-clad and in need of repairs – the bell lay silent, bats filled the tower and the grounds were unkempt. The house was owned by a Captain Bird and then by Frank Robinson – the owner of the Glebe Mine – who installed mains water. The next owners, the Hickmans, installed heating and restored the gardens to their former glory. The house was bought by YHA in the early 1970s and the hostel opened in 1972.

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