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Rolling hills surrounding a lake at sunrise

10 ways a YHA stay could help the environment

With properties in all corners of England and Wales, YHA is committed to making it easier for people to enjoy the natural countryside around them while minimising their impact on the environment.

View of the Yorkshire Dales on a misty morning

A local guide to the picturesque Yorkshire Dales

With breathtaking rocky outcrops and waterfall trails galore, it’s no wonder why the Yorkshire Dales are so popular with so many visitors. Running through the middle of the Dales are the Pennines...

Orange bike in a field with a view of the countryside in the background

9 hostels tailor-made for cycling breaks

Whether you're a fan of muddy mountain biking or long, challenging days on country roads or you have bike-mad mates or a three-year-old who's a master on the balance bike, these hostels for cycling...

YHA Windermere view

Hidden gems in England

Many of YHA properties have incredible access to some of the best hidden gems in England. Take a look at our top picks...

Landscape panorama of Treyarnon Bay

9 hostels with amazing views in the UK

Whether it’s overlooking the sea, the fells of the Lake District, the rolling South Downs or an ancient monument, many of the hostels in our network are blessed with beautiful views...

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...