Jump on your bike and enjoy the landscape. The quite country lanes of the peaks offer lots of different cycling routes, but if you're looking for something flat or a family ride, try the Tissington or Manifold trails just a few miles from the bunkhouse. There's a secure bike shed on site.
Free parking on premises
Cycle store
Shared laundry room
Ashbourne has remained largely unchanged since the 18th century, with it's Medieval street pattern and historic buildings.
Sunday 14th September 2025 Distance: 8 miles (12.8 km) Duration: 3 hours Led by: Outdoor Adventure Girls Discovery and connection We will be starting our walk at YHA Ilam Hall before heading towards...
Tuesday 30th September 2025 Distance: 4 miles (6.4 km) Duration: 3 hours Led by: Catherine Hughes, British Nordic Walking National Trainer Skills and confidence Enjoy learning how to Nordic Walk using...
If you're planning on staying at YHA Ilam Hall, why not download a free map and get out exploring? All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the...
Converted former railway lines, such as the Tissington, High Peak and the Manifold Trails offer great routes for cycling. Sections of the Monsal Trail boast safe, traffic-free cycling along relatively...
Raven's Tor in Dovedale offers superb crack and face climbing on solid rock, all in a beautiful setting above the river.
Visit Britain’s newest reservoir and explore the trails through spectacular scenery. It offers a lovely day out for all the family with a children's play area, visitor centre, watersport centre and an...
The nearby Carsington Water offers equipment hire and a range of courses in sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and powerboating for absolute beginners through to instructors.
Carsington Reservoir gives you a great chance to get out on the water. A range of courses are available in sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and powerboating for absolute beginners through to instructors...
One of the most popular circular walks will take you down the valley into Milldale where you can visit the characterful shop/café. From here you have a number of options for your return route to the...
Take an off-road route down to the River Dove, there's lots of rough and ready tracks for you to enjoy.
The White Peak offers climbing for all abilities. Popular sites include Dove Dale, the Manifold Valley and the famous Thors Cave - which boasts brilliant crags and bouldering.
There's something for all thrill seekers and families at Alton Towers, with tons of terrific (and terrifying) rides and amazing live shows. Plus, there's CBeebies Land for the little ones, a water...
A dramatic site crammed with ancient tropical reefs, rocks and minerals, centuries of industrial history and abundant wildlife. Visit the Stone Centre website
Stargazing – a simple yet intriguing and inspiring evening activity. The hope that a shooting star might pass, or that there will be a full moon, or seeing who can spot the biggest star – there’s so...
Sunday 21st September 2025 Distance: 6 miles (9.5km) Duration: 3.5 - 4.5 hours Led by: Simon Ainley, YHA, with BMC volunteer guides Discovery and connection Starting and finishing at YHA Hartington...