Cycling in Lee Valley
Hire your bike from Broxbourne and ride around the village or come back into the country park to explore the landscape and wildlife of the area.
YHA London Lee Valley
Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9AJOverview
Perhaps our most unique London hostel, YHA London Lee Valley is a Youth Hostel split over six wooden lodge-style buildings. It offers the perfect accommodation if you want a great mix of city sightseeing and activities. We are situated in the Lee Valley Regional Park - where you can explore open green spaces and take part in watersports.
Just a twenty minute train journey from central London, the hostel is within easy reach of the capital - perfect for sightseeing and city excursions to complement all of your activities.
Why guests love YHA London Lee Valley
Accommodation at YHA London Lee Valley
The hostel
YHA London Lee Valley is a 118 bed Youth Hostel situated on the doorstep of London and the Lee Valley Park.
The accommodation at this hostel is split up into five wooden lodges and comprises of 30 rooms in total. There is an eight bedded room, a six bedded room, a twin, two rooms with a double bed and a single above (in the style of a bunk bed) and either a three or four bedded room in each lodge. Lodges 1, 2 and 3 contain six rooms with 24 beds (there is a four bedded room in each) and Lodges 4 and 5 contain six rooms with 23 beds (there is a three bedded room in each).
The larger eight and six bedded rooms can be either private rooms or dormitory rooms and the smaller rooms can also be used as private rooms. All of the rooms here are en-suite with a shower, toilet and sink in the bathroom. The larger rooms have a separate shower room and toilet and sink room. Each lodge has a disabled toilet on the ground floor. All of the lodges have a small lounge/dining area/kitchenette which can cater for smaller numbers. We have a large catered kitchen and dining area in the main building.
In the main building there is the reception area which doubles up as a tea shop during the day. The hostel has a large dining room which is located at the back of the building and can seat up to 110 people. Look out for our new wall murals and prepare to be inspired! From here there is access to the back of the hostel where our extensive grounds can be found.
YHA London Lee Valley also has four conference rooms, all of which are different sizes. They vary from seating 10 people boardroom style to up to 100 people theatre style. The main building also contains a games room, library, TV lounge and a laundry room with two washing machines and a tumble dryer. There is also a cycle store which can be accessed from inside the hostel.
The grounds at the hostel surround the six buildings with plenty of grassy areas and picnic benches to soak up the sunshine. YHA London Lee Valley is a fantastic location if you want to be near a city but far enough away to still enjoy the rural landscape of Lee Valley. Look out for our new wall murals and prepare to be inspired!
Hire the whole place
The lodges at YHA London Lee Valley are occasionally made available for hire on an exclusive basis. You can choose from Lodge 3 or Lodge 4. This means that you can have a lodge to yourself and choose how many of your friends, family, club mates, etc., join you. We allocate availability for exclusive use in blocks, typically up to 90 days in the future. If you are looking for space to stay with us on a normal shared basis, and can’t see any availability three months or more into the future, then this hostel may be being held for Exclusive Hire. You can check availability for Exclusive Hire on our dedicated website.
Food and drink at YHA London Lee Valley
Things to do around YHA London Lee Valley
Herts Young Mariners Base
Herts young Mariners Base is an outdoor activity centre next door to YHA London Lee Valley.
Lee Valley White Water Centre
Lee Valley White Water Centre is the place to be for unforgettable experiences, family fun and an adrenaline rush.
Walking and Rambling in London
Thanks to Sandemans London tours, you can delve deep into the history, heritage and culture of the capital. See well-known attractions like Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and the Chang
The Ancestor's Trail
The Ancestor's Trail is a shared walk across Epping Forest and part of Lee Valley.
Walking and Rambling in London Lee Valley
Enjoy a walk through the country park and spot the local birds, or explore the historical village of Broxbourne and Waltham Abbey just a few miles away. Cycling H
Lee Valley Park
A hidden gem just waiting to be discovered! Great for sports, heritage sites, country parks, farms and nature reserves. The Lee Valley Park stretches 26 miles, right from the heart of East
ASICS London 10k
The ASICS London 10k (formerly the British 10k) spans across the countries capital. You'll pass notable landmarks like the London Eye, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
Free Tour of London
No other tour covers so many major London landmarks!
British Museum Small Group Tour
This 2-hour semi-private tour (8 people max per group) through the British Museum covers all the highlights of the museum including the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon Marbles, the Easter Island statues
3-hour London Private City Tour
Explore the major landmarks of London with your very own private tour.
2-hour London private city tour
Explore the best bits of London but are on a time limit? Take the London highlights tour offered by Sandemans.
London pub crawl
Enjoy a great night out in London with the SANDEMANs Pub Crawl! London has long been home to legendary parties and we’ve got you sorted with some of the best spots in town!
London Harry Potter Tour
This 2-hour walking tour covers all of London’s major Harry Potter sites, including the Ministry of Magic, the Leaky Cauldron, scenes from the films and much more!
London Grim Reaper tour
This 2-hour walking tour begins in the 1400s, a time long before London had an official police force and when tyrants ruled and preyed on the weak.
London Street Art Tour
On this two and a half hour walking tour, your local guide will take you further into East London to discover street art, anti-gentrification movements, Cockney culture and more!
London Old City walking tour
Learn about the original London, a mere one square mile beside the river Thames.
YHA Access to Adventures 2020 at YHA London Lee Valley
Enrichment and learning opportunities for all through nature, culture and heritage YHA has been at the heart of providing enrichment opportunities to children of all backgrounds for 90 years.
Facilities
General
- 24 hour access
- Ambulant accessible
- Classroom
- Cot available
- Cycle store
- Free wi-fi
- Garden / grounds
- Wheelchair accessible
Essentials
- Laundry
- Lounge
- Luggage store
Entertainment
- Board games
- Library/Quiet room
- TV
Accommodation options
- Private rooms available
- En suite rooms available
Food & drink
- Group catering available
- Licensed bar
- Meals available
Transportation & parking
- Parking
- Near train station
Other YHA products
- Meeting Rooms & Corporate Hire
- Trade bookings
- YHA School Trips
Need to know
Check in: From 17:00
Check out: Before 10:00
Towels and toiletries: Towels are included when you book a private room. Toiletries are not provided but are available to hire or purchase from reception. Bedding is supplied.
Parking: The property has a free car park on-site for guests and patrons. Please note that this car park is controlled by an ANPR parking system. Upon arrival, motorists are required to validate their presence by entering their car's registration number at reception.
Pets: Pets are not permitted at YHA London Lee Valley. Assistance dogs are welcome.
Wi-Fi: Free wi-fi is available in social spaces.
Breakfast: Breakfast is served from 7.30 til 9am
YHA London Lee Valley - Access Statement
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YHA Exclusive Hire
YHA School Trips
YHA London Lee Valley is the perfect location for school parties looking to embark on team building activities. There are a range of outdoor action and adventure opportunities and beds for up to 114 people. The classroom facilities and group catering make this hostel ideally suited to school breaks.
Visit the YHA School Trips website for more information.
Meeting rooms
At YHA London Lee Valley we have five meeting rooms available for hire - the Theobold Suite, the Robinson Suite, the Cohen Suite, the Mezzanine and the Arthur Mearby Suite.
Capacity: Up to 50 delegates in the Theobold Suite, up to 30 delegates in the Robinson Suite, up to 30 delegates in the Cohen Suite, up to 120 in the Mezzanine and up to 12 in the Arthur Mearby Suite.
Available Equipment: Projector, flip charts, pens, paper, whiteboard, extension cables, clock
Parking: There is parking on site for up to 35 cars. There is also space for 2-3 coaches.
Wi-Fi: Yes. Wi-Fi signal is weaker in the Robinson and Cohen Suites.
Accessibility: The Theobold Suite is located on the ground floor and has step-free access. The Mezzanine is located on the first floor and has step-free access via the lift. The Robinson and Cohen Suites are also located on the 1st floor; step-free access is via the lift and then through the Mezzanine Suite, so when the Mezzanine Suite is in use there is no access to these suites for wheelchair users. The closest accessible WC is located next to reception. For more information please see our access statement.
Air conditioning: There is no air conditioning in this meeting room but fans and heaters can be provided.
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.
You can find out more and apply to volunteer at this hostel on the volunteering website.
History
YHA London Lee Valley was built 10 years ago this year on the site of the old open air swimming pool in Cheshunt. The town name of Cheshunt comes from the old English name for the area, Cestrehunt as recorded in the Domesday Book.
Meet the team
Rachel - I have worked for YHA for three and half years and I have worked at 28 hostels across the network as part of the relief manager team. I have been at YHA London Lee Valley since January 2014. Before working for YHA, I worked within the hospitality sector since I was 16, so customer service is a huge part of my working life. Lee Valley is a long way from home for me, as I grew up in the Scottish Borders, the new hostel at YHA Berwick is where it all started, this incredibly diverse, challenging but ultimately enjoyable journey...long may it continue.
Manager recommends: If you are looking to embrace the countryside, why not take a walk around the 10,000 acre Lee Valley Country Park or hire a bike from nearby and see the park on two wheels! It's also worth heading down the canal to the White Water Rafting Centre where the Olympic water sports took place, you really feel like you are in another part of the country, not just 30 minutes from the heart of London. Also, only 20 minutes away is the Olympic Park and Shopping Centre. Lee Valley really has the best of both worlds.
