The Journey Team
The Journey is YHA's magazine. With each edition, our team of writers and editors bring you inspiration for your adventures.
Articles written by The Journey Team
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.
9 hostels tailor-made for cycling breaks
Whether you're a fan of muddy mountain biking or long, challenging days on country roads or you have bike-mad mates or a three-year-old who's a master on the balance bike, these hostels for cycling...