Family friendly walks across England and Wales
Our friends at Ordnance Survey have pulled together some fantastic family-friendly walks across England and Wales for you to enjoy. Take a look...
Walking & hiking
Walking, hiking and YHA go hand-in-hand. That is why we have put together a vast range of walking blog articles. From hostel to hostel walking in the Lake District to family friendly walks in England and Wales and more, we have plenty of content to get you feeling inspired to go on a ramble or hike.
How to get into Nordic walking
Nordic walking has become recognised globally for its physical and mental health benefits. But what exactly is it? Let British Nordic Walking be your guide. As part of YHA’s Festival of Walking...
In the footsteps of pilgrims: Wye to Canterbury
The morning sun beats down on the beanfields; bees buzz and drowse; butterflies flitter above the wildflowers. The day is warm and the hills are broad, but there's no one to be seen except...
Challenging walks with YHA
Creating the self-guided walks for YHA includes a team of experts to test out the routes to make sure they are safe and accessible as well as adding in details such as nearest facilities and...
Picking the perfect National Park for your staycation
Our National Parks really are our national treasures. Combine lavish landscapes, pretty panoramic views, wondrous wildlife, and hey presto – you've got an unbeatable recipe for a magical staycation.
A springtime walk in Borrowdale
Daniel Neilson enjoys a walk around Borrowdale learning about its most interesting ex-resident, the cave-dwelling Millican Dalton. In September 1913, Millican Dalton, an 'expert mountaineer and...