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Our response to government’s announcement of £88 million investment in youth services
Our response to government’s announcement of £88 million investment in youth services...
A summer bucket list for families
YHA makes it possible for families to do it all. So, here’s a bucket list for you to tick off this summer.
The best UK destination dupes for summer
We're in for a hot summer and we say skip the airport stress. This year, it’s all about staying local and loving it. You can have an unforgettable break right here in the UK.
Four hostels near National Nature Reserves
England and Wales collectively have close to 300 National Nature Reserves (NNRs), places that were set up to conserve our landscapes, seascapes and wildlife.
The history and benefits of hiking
Call it trekking. Call it yomping, wandering, backpacking or plain old walking. This blog delves into how walking has evolved over the centuries.
The benefits of rivers and waterways
Our rivers are a playground for us and a breeding ground for the ecosystem that depends on them. A summer day by the river is one of the most idyllic days possible — and they’re worth fighting for.
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Our response to government’s announcement of £88 million investment in youth services
Our response to government’s announcement of £88 million investment in youth services...
Our new strategy to reconnect young people from underserved communities with nature, heritage and each other
Our bold new strategy to reconnect young people from underserved communities with nature, heritage and each other...
A modern makeover for a 95-year-old national treasure: YHA Windermere featured on Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr
In an exciting development for its 95th anniversary, we have seen our YHA Windermere featured on the popular BBC One series, Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr.
Sport England funding secures YHA Festival of Walking until 2026
The future of a YHA project, that increases participation and removes barriers to walking, has been secured thanks to Sport England funding. The annual Festival of Walking is now funded until 2026.
John Dower's legacy: a call to action on access
It was my honour to host a celebration of the legacy of John Dower – giant of the countryside access movement. Yet this was more than a moment to memorialise the achievements of the past.
Generation Green 2: now connecting even more young people to nature
Generation Green 2, a £4.5million project which will connect even more than 25,000 young people living in England’s most socially disadvantaged areas to nature, is in full swing.