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

Large bedroom with bunk beds and a mirror over a washbasin

Top tips for sharing a dorm room

Check out our guide to dorm room etiquette to make sure you and your roommates are happy when staying in a shared room in our hostels...

Beautiful sunrise over the Yorkshire Dales in autumn

Things to look forward to this autumn

The leaves are changing colour, the air is chilly, and the nights are drawing in. Autumn’s here – hooray! The UK transforms into a scenic landscape of golden hues, crisp air, and...

Landpods at YHA Eden Project

5 of the best UK glamping sites for families

Family-friendly glamping is a great way to enjoy outdoor adventures with the kids without all the hassle of camping. Forget buying expensive equipment, packing the car to the rafters, and putting...

YHA Borrowdale local river

Camping in the Lake District

The Lake District in Cumbria, England, is quite simply one of Britain’s most stunning locations. A National Park and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lakes should be on anyone’s top 10...