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YHA Ninebanks
Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 8DQOverview
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Set in the peaceful valley of the Mohope Burn in beautiful Northumberland, YHA Ninebanks consists of characterful 18th-century lead mining buildings, refurbished to a high standard, plus a recently renovated wooden chalet.
It provides the perfect base to explore the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the iconic Hadrian’s Wall, as well as being a great walking and cycling area. Explore the moorlands, tackle part of the C2C route or simply relax in this quiet part of Northern England.
Why guests love YHA Ninebanks
Accommodation at YHA Ninebanks
Bed in a shared room
Dorms are not currently available.
Dorm rooms have multiple beds, are typically more affordable than private rooms, and shared with other people who may not be travelling together. A typical shared room includes bunk beds, a reading light and a storage cupboard for each guest, secured by a padlock if required.
Children aged between 12 and 15 can stay in dorm rooms as long as an adult of the same gender accompanies them.
Some dorms may be en-suites, meaning that they have a bathroom in the room that you would be sharing with the other people in your dorm.
Private rooms
Don't fancy sharing a room? Private rooms typically include a storage cupboard for each bed, secured by a padlock if required, a reading light and a wash hand basin. Shared shower and toilet facilities are located near to the room.
Private en-suite rooms
Enjoy your own space with a private en-suite room. Private rooms typically include a storage cupboard for each bed, secured by a padlock if required, a reading light and a wash hand basin.
The chalet
YHA Ninebanks Chalet consists of two self-contained deluxe studio rooms situated in a quiet spot next to a copse of trees with hens and vegetables nearby. Hen House has a double bed. Veg Patch has a double bed and a single, perfect for a family of up to three people or as a double or twin.
Both rooms have their own entrance, a shower room, kitchenette, table and a sitting area with a wood burning stove. They have an adjoining door so can be booked together as one unit. The chalet is designed to be independent of the hostel and therefore has no access to the main building.
Hire the whole place
This hostel is occasionally made available for hire on an exclusive basis. This means that you can have the place to yourself and choose how many of your friends, family or club mates 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.
Self-contained hostel wing
Orchard House has its own entrance, a 4-bedded room, a shower room, living/dining area with a kitchenette, and a cosy wood burning stove.
Self-contained hostel wing
Mineshop has its own entrance, two bedrooms; one with 1 double bed and a 4-bedded room, two shower rooms, living/area room with a kitchenette, and a chiminea on a private patio.
Things to do around YHA Ninebanks
Cycling in Ninebanks
The Allen Valleys provide distinctive landscapes with great cycling routes.
South Tynedale Railway
A new narrow gauge railway from Cumbria into Northumberland. There's also a shop, café & Hub transport museum. Visit the Railway website
Killhope
Killhope, The North of England Lead Mining Museum, is a fully restored nineteenth century lead mine, where you can experience for yourself the life and work of the lead mining families of the Pen
Walking and Rambling in Ninebanks
Ask reception about Kate's Clues to Mohope and they will provide you with an illustrated leaflet which details a short circular walk from the hostel which is suitable for children. The circular
Mountain biking in Ninebanks
Don't miss the amazing views and scenery while you're out on your bike. Whether you’re after hard core down hills, or just a simple ride along the landscape, you can ride as far as your legs wil
Hexham Old Gaol
The oldest purpose built prison in England, Hexham Old Gaol will give you an insight into crime and punishment in medieval Northumberland. Visit the Gaol website
The Garden Station
Enjoy the tranquility and natural planting of this unique garden developed along the former railway track. Enjoy an english country afternoon tea while here. Visit the Station website
Hostel facilities
- BBQ area
- Coach parking nearby
- Free on-street parking
- Full mobile coverage
- Garden/grounds
- Medium garden/grounds
- Minibus parking nearby
- Minibus parking on premises
- Mountain view
- Outdoor seating
- Paid electric vehicle charger
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Seasonal opening pattern: YHA Ninebanks is open for bookings all year round.
Hostel opening hours: YHA Ninebanks is open to the public from Monday - Sunday, 07:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.
Reception hours: From 07:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.
Parking: There is parking at the hostel.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Dogs can stay in our chalet rooms and wings, and the whole hostel when booked on Exclusive Hire. There is a £5 charge per dog per night for our chalet and wing accommodation, which is payable on arrival. Dogs are welcome to stay as part of an Exclusive Hire hostel booking. There is a £30 charge per dog for the duration of your stay. Add a dog to your booking at the checkout. Pets are not otherwise permitted in the hostel accommodation at YHA Ninebanks. Assistance dogs are welcome throughout.
YHA Ninebanks - Access Statement
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Meet the team
Ninebanks has been a Youth Hostel since 1947 and family owned and run since 1991. We live next door in the old blacksmith’s cottage. We never tire of the views – different every hour of the day! We love running our Youth Hostel and welcoming people to experience this beautiful and peaceful part of the country.
We recommend Hadrian’s Wall is always a popular visit from here, but nearer to hand is Killhope Lead Mining Museum – way more exciting than it sounds – with underground visits, a big waterwheel and shows how the intrepid miners lived years ago.
