Outdoor adventures

Explore cycling, outdoor swimming, and outdoor tip guides and inspiration to make the most of your weekends outdoors with YHA.

Group of people walking in countryside near YHA Hartington Hall

Sign up for the 2024 YHA Festival of Walking now!

Get walking! YHA’s popular Festival of Walking returns for the third year this September (13th September to 13th October). Organised annually, the festival aims to get more people walking...

Wall with history of local area

Four hostels for history and adventure

Whether you’re hiking, cycling, or uncovering stories of the past, these hostels are ideal bases for your next adventure. Discover more and plan your journey today!

YHA Bell tent with the view of Whitby Abbey in the background

What to pack for a family glamping trip

Glamping is the perfect option for a family adventure holiday. Children will love the novelty of staying in a pod, hut, or tent and sleeping under the stars. Parents will enjoy all the fun of...

YHA Windermere landpod

YHA quirky glamping options

Can’t wait to get glamping? Many of our hostels have many quirky accommodation options to make the most of this season, with camping pods, bell tents, Landpods, Airstreams, cabins, tipis and more...

Tipi at YHA Windermere

Four of the best glamping sites in the Lake District

Whether you’re adventuring with family, sharing a romantic break or reconnecting with friends, read on to discover more about YHA's affordable, dog friendly glamping options!