YHA Ravenstor

Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8SS

91%

Excellent

(205 reviews)

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Booking for more than 15 people?

Groups of more than 15 people are only able to book YHA Exclusive Hire properties through this website.

Ages of under 18 males

Ages of under 18 females

Get 5% off the total booking if at least one guest is under 26.

Bed in a shared room from £18.00 per night

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Amenities

Bed linen
Central heating
Heating
Hot water
Lock on doors
Smoke alarm

Need to know

Check in:: From 17:00 - 22:00
Check out:: Before 10:00
Towels and toiletries:: Hand soap is provided next to all sinks. Towels are not supplied as standard but can be rented or purchased from reception.
Bedding:: Bedding is supplied in all our shared rooms.

Private room from £25.00 per night

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Amenities

Bed linen
Central heating
Cot available
En-suite rooms available
Heating
Hot water
Lock on doors
Smoke alarm

Need to know

Check in:: From 17:00 - 22:00
Check out:: Before 10:00
Towels and toiletries:: Hand soap is provided next to all sinks. Towels are not supplied as standard but can be rented or purchased from reception.
Bedding:: Bedding is supplied in all our private rooms.

Entire place - Whole hostel from £0.00 per night

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Whole hostel

6 bathrooms 15 bedrooms sleeps up to 67 guests

A striking National Trust country house set in 60 acres of its own grounds, YHA Ravenstor offers quality accommodation with original features including a grand wooden staircase and log burner. This property is perfect for some fresh country air in the great outdoors.

From £0.00 per night

Amenities

Ambulant accessible
Bed linen
Carbon monoxide alarm
Central heating
Cleaning basics
Cooking basics
Cot available
Dishes and cutlery
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Fridge
Garden/grounds
Grill
Hair dryer
Heating
Highchair
Hot water
Iron and board
Kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen utensils
Lock on doors
Microwave
Mini fridge
Outdoor seating
Oven
Shower(s)
Smoke alarm
Stove
Toaster

Need to know

Check in:: From 16:00
Check out:: Before 10:00
Heating:: There is central heating throughout the property.
Bedding:: Bedding is supplied in all our rooms.
Dogs:: Hire YHA Ravenstor and bring your dogs! Add a dog to your booking at the checkout and bring your four-legged friend along with you. Dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms, on the furniture, or in the kitchen, and must be kept on a lead in the grounds.
Checking in:: You will receive an email prior to your arrival with the property address and check-in instructions.
Guest access:: Guest have the use of the whole property, except the bar.
WiFi :: Free WiFi is available in social spaces.

Shared spaces

Kitchen and dining

The kitchen is located on the ground floor and includes a range of conveniences listed below.

Kitchen appliances: grill, iron and board, kettle, microwave, mini fridge, oven, refrigerator, stove, toaster.

Kitchenware: dishes and cutlery for 67 people, kitchen utensils, pots, pans.

Cleaning basics: anti-bacterial spray, bin bags, cloths, paper towels, sponges, tea towels, washing up liquid.

Located on the ground floor, the dining room seats up to 50 people around tables of 2 and 4 people. The separate classroom can be used as additional dining space, with seating for up to 30 people.

A highchair is available.

Lounge

The lounge is located on the ground floor and seats up to 14 people. There are 2 comfy sofas, 10 chairs and a wall-mounted flat screen TV. You can relax by the open fire after a day of exploring.

There is a separate games room on the basement floor.

Bathrooms

Across the entire building there is a total of six bathrooms.

En-suite bathrooms: 1

Toilets: 9

Showers: 7

Toilet paper is provided and hand soap is available next to all sinks.

Outdoors

Outside is a large garden.

The garden is not enclosed.

Guests have full access to the garden.

Outdoor amenities: benches, cycle store, grass/lawn, picnic tables.

Sleeping arrangements

Across the entire building there is a total of 15 bedrooms.

First floor

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 2 people. It includes 1 set of bunk beds.

Two rooms that sleep up to 2 people each. They include 1 set of bunk beds.

Four rooms that sleep up to 4 people each. They include 2 sets of bunk beds.

Five rooms that sleep up to 6 people each. They include 3 sets of bunk beds.

Second floor

One room that sleeps up to 3 people. It includes 1 set of bunk beds and a single bed.

One room that sleeps up to 5 people. It includes 2 single beds and a high sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath.

One room that sleeps up to 7 people. It includes 2 sets of bunk beds and 3 single beds.

A cot is available.

Overview

Set within 60 acres of beautiful grounds within the heart of the Peak District, YHA Ravenstor sits high above the River Wye between Bakewell and Buxton. Perfect for a cheap family holiday, this country retreat offers great opportunities for exploring the majesty of the great outdoors, with plenty of walking routes, including the Monsal Trail, easily accessible from the hostel.

With a cosy lounge, a spacious dining room and plenty of other excellent facilities, this National Trust country house is ideal for visits to the Derbyshire Dales.

Why guests love YHA Ravenstor

Free parking on premises
WiFi
Cycle store

60 acres of magnificent grounds
Great Peak District location
Perfect for walking holidays

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Accommodation at YHA Ravenstor

Bed in a shared room

Dorms are not currently available.

Dorm rooms have multiple beds and are shared with other people who may not be travelling together. They are usually more affordable than private rooms as you'll be booking a bed rather than the whole room.

A typical shared dorm room includes bunk beds, a reading light and a storage cupboard for each guest.

Children aged between 12 and 15 can stay in dorm rooms as long as an adult of the same gender accompanies them.

Shared shower and toilet facilities are located near to the room. None of our dorm rooms have en-suite facilities.

Private rooms

Want some privacy? With a private room, you'll be booking the whole room for your stay.

Private rooms typically include a storage cupboard and reading light for each bed, plus a wash hand basin.

Shared shower and toilet facilities are located near to the room.

Private en-suite rooms

For added privacy, relax with your family, friends or by yourself in a private en-suite room.

Private en-suite rooms typically include a storage cupboard and reading light for each bed, plus shower and toilet facilities solely for the people in your room.

Hire the whole place

Planning an overdue get-together or celebrating a birthday/anniversary? Looking for a base for your group's next adventure? Make your special occasion extra special with YHA Exclusive Hire.

You can hire the whole building at YHA Ravenstor and, with sole use of the property, come and go as you please. This property is perfect for some fresh country air in the great outdoors. Dogs are welcome too!

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Eat with us

YHA Ravenstor is serving a range of tasty food options for you to enjoy during your visit. Fuel your adventures with a YHA classic breakfast or a lighter continental breakfast option.

Breakfast menu at YHA Ravenstor

Start your day off right with our delicious classic YHA breakfast including a hearty cooked breakfast and continental options. For a lighter start, you can buy the continental breakfast separately. Under 10s eat free with our special offer – see menu for details. Vegetarian and vegan options available.

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Hostel facilities

24-hour access
Ambulant accessible
Breakfast
Classroom(s)
Coach parking on premises
Contactless payments
Corridor zoning
Cycle store
Dining room
Evening meals
Free parking on premises
Games
Garden/grounds
Group meals
Highchair
Intermittent mobile coverage
Large garden/grounds
Licensed bar
Minibus parking on premises
Near bus stop
Outdoor seating
Packed lunch
Restaurant
Self-catering kitchen
Shared drying room
Shared lounge
Shared TV
Sole use
Vending machines
Water refill station
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.

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

Parking: There is parking at the hostel.

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

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YHA Ravenstor

Millers Dale, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8SS

Map references

OS Map: 119

OS Grid Ref: SK152732

Lat/Lng: 53.256286, -1.772844

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Contact information

Phone: +44 345 371 9655

Email: [email protected]

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YHA School Trips

YHA Ravenstor provides the opportunity to combine action and adventure activities with educational programmes. The hostel has a large classroom and a separate lounge to provide a relaxing space for the teachers. Delicious meals are available, and there is space for up to 67 people. Book your YHA School Trips.

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 at this hostel on the volunteering website.