Accessible social walk from YHA Malham
Wednesday 24th September 2025 Distance: 2.5 or 5 miles (3.2 or 8 km) Duration: 2-3.5 hours Led by: Debbie North, Access the Dales Discovery and connection Explore the dramatic limestone scenery of the...
YHA Malham
Overview
Set just a short distance from the famous Malham Cove, Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar, YHA Malham offers comfortable Pennine Way accommodation in the heart of a beautiful dales village. Surrounded by classic limestone scenery and with a prime location in the centre of the village, the hostel boasts a well-appointed restaurant, pretty grounds and a vast range of bedroom types, including the recent addition of en-suite facilities.
The Pennine Way and Yorkshire Dales Cycle Way pass close by, making it a great option for walking and cycling holidays in the Dales. Heading a little further a field from Malham, the market town of Skipton offers a medieval castle, boat trips on the Leeds Liverpool canal plus boutique shops and cafés. What's more the Settle to Carlisle rail journey travels through majestic scenery and across the iconic Ribblehead viaduct.
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 offered here
Why guests love this hostel
- Close to key Yorkshire Dales sights and landmarks
- Quiet village location on the Pennine Way
- Popular for walking and cycling holidays
Accommodation at YHA Malham
Group booking
Serviced group stays for 16 to 80 people
Nestled in the heart of a beautiful Yorkshire Dales village, YHA Malham offers comfortable accommodation close to local attractions. Whether you are walking the Pennine Way, a school group doing a geography residential, a cycling club cycling the Way of the Roses or a group of friends wanting a relaxing break, this hostel is the perfect place to stay.
Groups of all sizes can take advantage of this hostel's idyllic location with Malham Cove, Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar all within walking distance.
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. Our bedrooms are split across two buildings.
Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.
Shared spaces
Groups can make use of our spacious dining room, lounge and separate meeting room.
Group catering
With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA Malham (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
Free parking is available on site, though spaces are limited.
Packages and bolt-ons
Our packages include activities, accommodation and catering – everything you need for a real outdoor adventure.
Looking to fill some free time? Our bolt-on activities can easily be added to your stay.
Accredited site
YHA Malham holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (103926).
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
- Classroom(s)
- Coach parking nearby
- Contactless payments
- Corridor zoning
- Cycle store
- Dining room
- Free parking on premises
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Intermittent mobile coverage
- Library
- Licensed bar
- Medium garden/grounds
- Minibus parking nearby
- Mountain view
- Near bus stop
- Outdoor seating
- Paid on-street parking
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared lounge
- Shared TV
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Water refill station
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily from 07:30 – 09:00.
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, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: Free parking is available on site, though spaces are limited.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Dogs can stay in our camping pods. There is a £10 charge per dog per night for our camping pod accommodation which is payable upon arrival. Pets are not permitted in the hostel accommodation at YHA Malham. Assistance dogs are welcome throughout.
YHA Malham - Access Statement
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Food and drink at YHA Malham
Things to do around YHA Malham
Social walk from YHA Malham
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Walking and rambling in Malham
If you're planning on staying at YHA Malham, 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 area...
Skipton Castle
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Bolton Abbey
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Settle-Carlisle Railway
72 mile route from Settle to Carlisle takes you on a journey through the magnificent Yorkshire Dales. Visit the website
Clitheroe Castle Museum
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Cycling in Malham
The Yorkshire Dales Cycle Way passes through Malham, and offers a classic 3 or 4 day cycle ride. Get out on your bike and enjoy the stunning landscape. Whether you’re after hard core down hills, or...
Mountain Biking in Malham
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White Scar Cave
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Running in Malham
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Climbing in Malham
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Walks with a story in Yorkshire
Explore more of the area with Discovering Britain’s walks, trails and views. From stunning viewpoints to family-friendly strolls, from day long hikes in the countryside to urban trails - there's...
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
John Dower architect, rambler, conservationist and one of the key founders of the National Park movement designed several of the earliest Youth Hostels including Malham, opened in 1938. Malham was the first purpose built hostel in Yorkshire and it was built on the site of the old Malham Sheep Fair and funded by King George’s Jubilee Trust.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: The Malham area is famous for its Limestone Geology. So don't miss the lovely Janet’s Foss waterfall, spectacular Gordale Scar, Malham Cove and Malham Tarn are all within easy walking distance and definitely worth the visit. The Pennine Way and Yorkshire Dales Cycleway both pass through this village at the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park so it's a good spot for walking holidays and cycling holidays. The hostel has good facilities for educational groups on school trips.
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