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Enjoy a two-stay UK holiday with YHA
Why choose one destination when you can experience two? A two-stay adventure lets you visit different landscapes, landmarks and experience two accommodations in one trip!
Four historical hostels you need to visit
YHA’s network is hugely varied — and every hostel holds a story. There are converted warehouses, stately manors, farm cottages and even an old shepherd’s bothy. Here are four of our favourites.
The walk that changed Britain
The 1932 mass trespass of Kinder Scout eventually led to the opening of the outdoors to everyone. Daniel Neilson travels to Manchester and on to Kinder Scout in the footsteps of Benny Rothman...
YHA's guide to a cosy winter in England and Wales
14 ways to make the most of the colder months...
Discovering nature in Britain’s city streets with Amanda Tuke
Naturalist Amanda Tuke has spent years hunting out wildlife and wild plants in the UK’s cities. She talks to Daniel Neilson about her book, Wild Pavements...
A conversation with Acting CEO Louise Platt
Louise Platt is YHA’s Executive Director and Acting CEO. In this interview, Louise talks candidly about the pressures on the organisation and why a stronger YHA means a better experience for everyone.
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A conversation with Acting CEO Louise Platt
Louise Platt is YHA’s Executive Director and Acting CEO. In this interview, Louise talks candidly about the pressures on the organisation and why a stronger YHA means a better experience for everyone.
YHA warns tourism tax will price even more children out of school trips
YHA warns tourism tax will price even more children out of school trips...
YHA's statement on the PYM summer school
YHA's statement on the PYM summer school.
YHA Chief Executive to move on
We have today announced that our Chief Executive James Blake will be stepping down later this year to take up a new external role as CEO of the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority.
Youth charity warns visitor levy risks pricing more children out of vital school residentials
The 96-year-old youth hostelling charity YHA (England & Wales) is urging ministers to rethink proposals for a visitor levy in England.
YHA responds to Government’s Youth Matters: Your National Youth Strategy
We have responded to the government’s Youth Matters: Your National Youth Strategy, which has been launched today Wednesday 10 December 2025...