We are YHA

We believe in the power of travel and adventure to connect people to each other, nature and heritage. These connections do wonders for wellbeing.

Since 1930, YHA has operated a unique network of hostels throughout England and Wales — a community of shared spaces, open to all and for the benefit of everybody.

We provide inclusive adventures, in extraordinary buildings, in amazing places — yet we offer much more than accommodation.

YHA is a sector-leading education residential provider, a champion of access to the outdoors for all — especially young people, and an Investors in People Gold employer.

We are a large social enterprise leading the way in social tourism and nurturing partnerships that deliver impact across multiple sectors and at every level — in our communities, in our regions, and nationally.

95 years on from our pioneering beginnings, our founding principles and determination to achieve social good remain at the heart of what we do.

With our course set for long-term sustainability, we stride out on the road to our centenary with a refreshed strategy to enable everyone to access adventure, for the first time and a lifetime.

We are YHA. Because where you go changes who you become.

Vision

Everyone has access to the benefits of adventure, for the first time and a lifetime.

Mission

Enabling everyone, especially young people, to connect with people, nature and heritage through hostels in amazing places

Our charitable objects

To help all, especially young people of limited means, to a greater knowledge, love and care of the countryside, and appreciation of the cultural values of towns and cities, particularly by providing youth hostels or other accommodation for them on their travels and thus to promote their health, recreation and education.