YHA Hawes

Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3LQ

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(245 reviews)

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Overview

Situated in beautiful upper Wensleydale, YHA Hawes is just a couple of minutes' walk from the centre of Hawes, England's highest market town. There are great walking and cycling routes straight from the door and this part of the Yorkshire Dales is particularly rich in waterfalls, including Hawdraw Force.

In addition to the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, local attractions include the famous Wensleydale Creamery visitor centre, home of Real Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese, and the Dales Country Museum with exhibitions and activities all year round.

Accommodation at this hostel

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Why guests love this hostel

Great walking and cycling routes from the door
Spot red squirrels from the hostel
A short walk from Hawes, England's highest market town

Lounge area with sofas and coffee tables

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Accommodation at YHA Hawes

Bed in a shared room

If you're happy to share, dorm rooms have multiple beds - ideal for budget breaks.

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Private rooms

Like your own space? Private rooms offer the hostelling experience with more privacy.

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Private en-suite rooms

Enjoy your own space with a private en-suite room, including bathroom facilities.

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Pitch-up camping

Bring your own tent and get closer to the great outdoors. You can't beat camping!

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Hire the whole place

With YHA Exclusive Hire, you can take the entire building for you and your group.

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Group booking

Serviced group stays for 16 to 59 people

Discover the beautiful scenery of the Yorkshire Dales with a stay at YHA Hawes. This hostel sits just a couple of minutes away from Hawes – England’s highest market town.

From epic waterfalls like Hawdraw Force to the magical Red Squirrel trail, the Yorkshire Dales is packed with things to do. Treat your group or school trip to a tour around the Wensleydale Creamery for a taste of the famous cheese. We’ve got excellent walking and cycling routes from the door and the Dales Countryside Museum is less than a mile away – great for study groups.

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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

Whether you’re a school trip or an activity group, our hostel makes a great base for studying, walking or sightseeing. We offer free WiFi, a large social space for eating, relaxing or studying, plus classroom facilities for school trips.

Group catering

With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA Hawes (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.

Hostel facilities

24-hour access after check-in
BBQ area
Breakfast
Coach parking nearby
Contactless payments
Cycle store
Dining room
Evening meals
Free on-street parking
Free parking on premises
Full mobile coverage
Games
Garden/grounds
Group meals
Highchair
Large garden/grounds
Library
Licensed bar
Minibus parking nearby
Minibus parking on premises
Mountain view
Outdoor seating
Packed lunch
Self-catering kitchen
Shared drying room
Shared lounge
Sole use available
Water refill station
WiFi

Hostel need to know

Reception opening hours: From 07:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 21:00.

Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily. Evening meals and packed lunches are also available. Orders can be placed on arrival from 17:00 to 19:30 or by contacting the hostel in advance.

Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.

Parking: There is limited free parking at the hostel for cars or minibuses on a first-come-first-serve basis. Roadside parking is also available just up or down the road from the entrance. Larger vehicles can park nearby (please ask contact the hostel for details).

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Hawes. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.

Laundry: A laundry service is available for £2.50 per load.

YHA Hawes - Access Statement

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Food and drink at YHA Hawes

Eat with us

Enjoy a beautiful Wensleydale breakfast during your visit including cereal, toast, tea, coffee and fruit juice. You can order breakfast on arrival for £11.50. Vegetarian and continental options are available.

The hostel also offers packed lunches and evening meals from £10.00. Order on arrival from 17:00 to 19:30 or via email in advance. Groups of 10 people or more should contact the hostel to pre-book.

Self-catering at YHA Hawes

Our self-catering kitchen includes everything you need to cook up a storm.

Bring your own food and make use of our oven, microwave and refrigerator plus a kettle and toaster. Dishes and cutlery are provided as well as cleaning essentials.

YHA Hawes

Lancaster Terrace, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3LQ

Map references

OS Map:: 98
OS Grid Ref:: SD867897
Lat/Lng:: 54.303579, -2.203832
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Contact information

Phone:: 0345 371 9120
Email:: [email protected]

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Things to do around YHA Hawes

Dales Countryside Museum

The Dales Countryside Museum shows the Yorkshire Dales way of life and explores traditions long gone, including lead mining, knitting, and cheese making.

Mountain Biking at YHA Hawes

Hawes is an excellent base for mountain biking in the Yorkshire Dales. Don't forget to look up and admire the amazing views that stretch over Wensleydale and Swaledale!

Walking and Rambling in Hawes

Hawes is almost the halfway point on the famous Pennine Way walking route and sits in the stunning location of Wensleydale.

Cycling in Hawes

Well positioned on the Dales Cycle Way, YHA Hawes is an excellent stop-off point for all cyclists en-route, no matter where you're going - north, south, east or west.

Wensleydale Creamery

The perfect destination for fans of cheese - including Wallace & Gromit! See the cheese being made and then try a sample. Visit the website

Hardraw Force

England’s largest single drop waterfall - a reputed 100ft drop, is set within the grounds of the historic Green Dragon Inn.

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.

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History

A purpose-built hostel on the route of several long distance paths including the Pennine Way.

Meet the team

We aim to provide the best of service in a warm, friendly and spotlessly clean environment. We have plans to offer work experience to young people with learning disabilities while still maintaining a hostel for all to enjoy. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing you.

Manager recommends: Come and have dinner at YHA Hawes and enjoy the magnificent view across the Wensleydale. There are very few better views in the Yorkshire Dales. YHA Hawes is a comfortable hostel close to a range of tourist attractions, making it a good base for cheap family breaks.