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

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Great places off the beaten track in London

Looking for things do in London off the beaten track? Getting the most out of England's capital means not only enjoying Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, Big Ben and more, but also some hidden gems.

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Escape into the forest in the UK

At YHA, we’re proud to be in amongst some of the greatest forests destinations in England and Wales. Which is why we are bringing you eight forest destinations you can visit with YHA...

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Free children’s activity pack

Home schooling during lockdown? Looking for inspiration to help keep young minds active and entertained? Our free children’s activity pack is bursting with things for kids to make...

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Five free places to visit in Manchester

There are a wealth of free places to visit in Manchester, one of the UK’s biggest and most interesting cities. Read on for some top tips on how to make the most of Manchester without breaking the...

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The perks of renting a large country house

There are a million reasons why someone might want to rent a large country house, from simply wanting plenty of space to reconnect with your loved ones...

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The best large family holiday rentals by the coast

Whether you are looking for a large holiday home for a family reunion, stag do or gathering of a group of friends, and whether it’s for one night or several, YHA has something to suit all tastes..