Walking and Rambling in Honister
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YHA Honister Hause
Overview
Situated a top of the Honister Pass at 1,167ft, YHA Honister Hause provides a great base for those looking to enjoy an all action holiday, with many options for walking, cycling, climbing or paddling right on the doorstep. The hostel is also perfect for a relaxing off-grid gathering so you can disconnect from the modern world and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
This former quarry workers' house is in true mountain country with easy access to England’s highest peaks. Steep valleys stretch down from the mountains to Derwentwater and Buttermere to create a beautiful and distinctive landscape.There’s a 400-year-old working slate mine next door which is home to the world-famous Westmorland Green Slate as well as plenty of other areas for guests to enjoy. The hostel has good public transport links and car access so you can start exploring straight away.
This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis only, so you'll get the entire place to yourself.
Why guests love YHA Honister Hause
Accommodation at YHA Honister Hause
Things to do around YHA Honister Hause
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The Lake District Wildlife Park
With over 100 species of animals, you can spend the whole day wandering around the beautiful 25 acre park. Visit the website (Formally known as Trotters World of Animals.)
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Honister Slate Mine
For underground tours and the popular Via Ferrata. Edge along ladders and bridges to reach a summit viewpoint over Buttermere. Visit the website
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Keswick Launch Company
Daily launches around the lake stopping at Keswick, Nichol End, Hawes End, Low Brandlehow,, High Brandlehow, Lodore and Ashness Gate.
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Borrowdale Fell Race
The Borrowdale Fell Race is an endurance challenge consisting of 17 miles across tough terrain including 6500 feet of ascent (27km, 2000m).
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Breakfast
- Dining room
- Games
- Licensed bar
- Mountain view
- Near bus stop
- No mobile coverage
- No WiFi
- Paid parking on premises
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared lounge
- Sole use available
Hostel need to know
Accommodation: This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis only, so you'll get the entire place to yourself.
Self-catering: YHA Honister Hause is self-catering only. Guests have access to a kitchen.
Parking: The hostel car park has space for up to six cars. The nearby National Trust car park is free overnight if staying in the hostel, but pay and display during the day for non-National Trust members.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Honister Hause, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome – please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Honister Hause - Access Statement
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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.
