Jenny Lunnon - author

Jenny Lunnon

Meet Jenny, our family ambassador. Jenny and her partner and two children visit YHA's around England and Wales, sharing their thoughts and experiences.

Articles written by Jenny Lunnon

Rolling hills of Buttermere in the Lake District

Last bus to Buttermere: hostelling in the Lake District

I had overheard people discussing the winter timetable in tones that suggested it was important, but didn't understand why until a member of the team at YHA Keswick spelled it out for me: "It means...

Boy sat on grass hill looking at the countryside

Feeling sheepish in the Hope Valley

Stirring compote into my yoghurt one sunny autumn morning I noticed a long, narrow face peering in a curious and friendly way through the window of the dining room.

YHA Keswick exterior

Why we love YHA Keswick

An old woollen mill beside the rushing River Greta, YHA Keswick is a great choice for a winter or spring family break. Though it doesn’t have its own outdoor space it’s right by lovely Fitz Park...

Family on Broad Haven beach at sunset

Pembrokeshire's wild west in spring

Our family ambassador Jenny and her family took a trip to YHA Broad Haven in Pembrokeshire this spring. Read all about what they got up to during their stay...