Ruby Higton - author

Ruby Higton

Ruby is a digital marketer at YHA. She looks after all things social media, as well as content writing for YHA's travel blog and SEO. Her favourite hostel is YHA St Briavels Castle.

Articles written by Ruby Higton

Social walk from YHA Hartington Hall during festival of walking

Why YHA and walking are a perfect match

There are some things that just go together. Fish and chips, rock and roll, YHA and walking. There’s no need to travel far and wide, or break the bank, for a stunning walking how...

Rolling hills and open water in the countryside

Our favourite day walks in the Lake District

It can take a lifetime of commitment to cover every fell in the Lakes, and not all of us are blessed with the time. So for those saving their epic multi-day expeditions for a later...

YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass lake

Six of the most underrated hostels in the UK

From incredible historic buildings to city centre locations and hostels right at the foot of the UK's highest mountains, YHA offers so many wonderful options to choose from...

YHA Ambleside view

Low-cost breaks in the Lakes: best cheap accommodation

Thanks to its stunning scenery and easy accessibility, the Lake District in Cumbria, in the north of England, is the UK's most-visited National Park. Because of its popularity, it often isn't cheap...

YHA Snowdon Ranger Local Area

Best budget winter breaks in the UK for families

Although it’s not the usual time of year to take a holiday, winter is an excellent time to get away from it all with the kids. Going away outside of the summer season is a great way to save money...