Family friendly hostels in the UK
It's as a child when a love of the outdoors is instilled and, here at YHA, we have plenty of family-friendly hostels in our network. Playing games in coastland coves, discovering wildlife...
Destinations
Discover our vast range of destination blog articles based on locations dotted around England and Wales on LiveMoreYHA. From our city centre hotspots to some of our most remote locations. Take a look.
Magical winter walks in the UK
From frozen waterfalls to gentle frosty rambles with picture-perfect views, this selection of winter walks in the UK will certainly put a spring in your step. These routes have something for everyone.
Unique and unusual places to stay in the UK
British hostelling isn't all about country houses (gorgeous as they are) and purpose-built traditional hostels. YHA accommodation can include everything from remote huts to 800-year-old castles!
Five of the best festive getaways in the Lake District
Snow-capped fells, miles of crystalline lakes and beautiful higgledy-piggledy houses dotted in among frosty landscapes can only mean one thing... 'tis the season for festive fun in the Lake District.
New year, new adventures
It's that time of year again. We'll see thousands of people posting "new year, new me!", inspirational quotes and photos of their celebrations with family and friends. If you need some inspiration...
On Esthwaite Water: from Wordsworth to Mr Jeremy Fisher
Apart from the occasional pop of a fish, Esthwaite Water was still and silent, a mirror reflecting the autumn fells. A lonely cloud drifting past made me think of Wordsworth. He loved ice skating...
