Social walk from YHA Hartington Hall
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...
YHA Hartington Hall
Overview
Stained glass, oak panelling and plenty of original features make this 17th century manor house perfect for weekend breaks or family getaways in Derbyshire. YHA Hartington Hall is in a lovely, unspoilt area of the Peak District – just right for activity breaks, walking holidays and cycling holidays.
This hostel is located next to a working farm, with shared spaces spread across three separate buildings. Guests can make full use of the cosy lounge and library in the hostel’s main building. In the upper courtyard (part of the main building), you’ll find a handy self-catering kitchen plus drying facilities. There are two meeting rooms in the Barn and another smaller self-catering kitchen and lounge in the Coach House.
Bedrooms are situated in the main building, Barn and Coach House. If you’re looking for some extra luxury, our self-contained premium suite (The Roost) is set away from the hostel with its own living area, kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom. Landpods and premium bell tents are available in the hostel grounds too!
YHA Hartington Hall makes a great base for exploring the tourist attractions of Alton Towers, Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Thornbridge Hall nearby. This hostel hostel is also ideally located for visting the towns of Buxton, Bakewell and Ashbourne.
Accommodation at this hostel
- Bed in a shared room is offered here
- Private room is offered here
- Camping & Cabins is offered here
- Entire place is not offered here
Why guests love this hostel
- Alton Towers and Chatsworth House nearby
- Situated in an unspoilt area of the Peak District
- Manor house with oak panelling and original features
Accommodation at YHA Hartington Hall
Group booking
Serviced group stays for 16 to 126 people
Escape to YHA Hartington Hall in the Peak District. Ideal for cycling groups, this hostel provides access to Tissington, High Peak and Manifold Trails. Or you can be at the heart of some of the best hiking and mountain biking spots, plus a lockable bike shed to explore the area on two wheels. Once you are back for the night, unwind in 17th-century walls.
Bedrooms are available in the main building, The Barn and the Coach House. Or why not enjoy the premium suite (The Roost) or choose Landpods and premium bell tents in the hostel grounds? As well as on-site parking, we also have additional coach parking along the road for larger groups.
Group-friendly facilities
Sleeping arrangements
Most of our bedrooms are dormitory style rooms with bunk beds. We always try to allocate bedrooms close together and will never ask your group to share bedrooms with anyone not in your group.
Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.
Shared spaces
Spread across three buildings, shared spaces include a cosy lounge, games room, self-catering kitchen, two meeting rooms and more. Perfect for family breaks, school trips and study breaks, this hostel offers excellent facilities, including a projector and free Wi-Fi.
Group catering
With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA Hartington Hall (see sample menu).
Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.
Parking
Parking is available at the hostel.
Packages and bolt-ons
Looking to fill some free time? Our bolt-on activities can easily be added to your stay.
Accredited site
YHA Hartington Hall holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (105539).
This accreditation means that this hostel has externally audited risk assessments, verified insurance provision, quality checked safety logs and delivery observed by national reviewers.
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Ambulant accessible
- Classroom(s)
- Coach parking nearby
- Contactless payments
- Corridor zoning
- Cycle store
- Defibrillator
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Free on-street parking
- Free parking on premises
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Library
- Licensed bar
- Medium garden/grounds
- Meeting room(s)
- Minibus parking nearby
- Minibus parking on premises
- Near bus stop
- No mobile coverage
- Outdoor seating
- Restaurant
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared lounge
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Water refill station
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 22:00.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests from 07:30 – 09:00 on weekdays and 07:30 – 10:00 at weekends. Meals are also available from 10:00 - 20:30 daily.
Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is parking at the hostel.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted to stay at YHA Hartington Hall, except in our Camping & Cabins accommodation. They are allowed in communal spaces and café areas. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Hartington Hall - Access Statement
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Food and drink at YHA Hartington Hall
Things to do around YHA Hartington Hall
Women-only social walk from YHA Hartington Hall
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Hartington Village self-guided walking route
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Alton Towers
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Chatsworth House
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Cycling in Hartington
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National Stone Centre
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Ashbourne
Ashbourne has remained largely unchanged since the 18th century, with it's Medieval street pattern and historic buildings.
Watersports in Hartington
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...
More about this hostel
Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
Find out more and apply to volunteer.
History
YHA Hartington Hall is a 17th century manor house situated in the beautiful Peak District. This lovely Jacobean building was constructed in 1611 and has lots of beautiful period features! Want to stay over in a real piece of English heritage? YHA Hartington Hall feels every bit as grand as a stately home - in fact we haven't changed that much since we opened in 1934. The hostel boasts lots of fascinating period features like stained glass, oak panelled rooms and eerie filled-in stone windows.
You can forget the bright and bold decor of many city hostels; Hartington has a historical ambience that's matured over hundreds of years. Bonnie Prince Charlie may have stayed here during the Jacobite rising of 1745, and we recently welcomed 77 Bombay Street for a stay ahead of their Seven Mountains Tour.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: If you're looking for accommodation near to Alton Towers, we're just a short drive away. The hostel is popular for walking holidays in the White Peak or activity breaks in the stunning Peak District countryside.
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