New year challenges
With the start of a new year, there is the opportunity for new challenges and opportunities to immerse yourself in feel-good experiences. It doesn't have to be a new you, small wins count too.
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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...
10 tips for preparing for winter hiking season
Want to be a four-season hiker? Don’t give up adventuring once the weather gets chilly – that crisp winter wonderland is waiting for your footprints and we have many hostels perfect for hiking.
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...
