Autumn

Need some inspiration for what to do in autumn in the UK? Have a read at some of our great autumn travel blog articles. We're sure we have something for you.

Warm panoramic autumn sunset over Buttermere in the Lake District

Best autumnal walks in the Lake District

If you’re like us, you’re lacing up your walking boots as soon as the first hints of autumn appear in the air. And the Lake District landscape has never looked more inviting. A walk in the Lakes...

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...

An autumnal park setting with orange and red colours

Four great hostels to stay in during autumn

Leaf-peeping? Forest-bathing? Whatever you call it, there’s something spellbinding about the annual reddening of our deciduous woodland — here are four hostels where you can enjoy the spectacle.

Social walk from YHA Hartington Hall

Autumn walks in the UK

Autumn is surely the most picturesque season of the year, and we’re fortunate that there are many autumn walks in the UK to explore on foot when the leaves start to fall. From the rolling red and...

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...

Early morning mist in trees, Longshaw, Peak District, UK

Our favourite autumn landscapes

Embrace the new season, the leaves turning rusty hues, the misty days, the last warmth of the sunshine and plan a trip to see some spectacular autumn landscapes. Here are a few ideas of...