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YHA Street
Street, Somerset, BA16 0TZ- Recently refurbished
Overview
Opened in 1931, YHA Street is the oldest YHA hostel still in operation today, and makes for the ideal location for a Somerset activity break, with easy access to great routes for cycling and walking. The charming Swiss-style chalet is surrounded by delightful National Trust land.
YHA Street has recently been refurbished with improvements to the rooms, common areas and washrooms as well as the addition of two new camping pods.
From a day of pure magic at Glastonbury Tor, to a visit to the medieval Bishop's Palace in Wells - YHA Street has plenty to do. Families will also love the nearby Wookey Hole Caves, home of the Witch of Wookey Hole.
Why guests love YHA Street
Accommodation at YHA Street
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.
Camping pods
If you like camping, you'll love these wooden camping pods! We have two Large Pods at YHA Street, which sleep four (on a double futon and two single beds). Enjoy luxury camping without the luxury price tag. These wooden pods have heating and an outdoor seating area - perfect for disposable BBQs, bring all your usual camping gear, apart from sleeping bags and mats, but sleep sheltered from the elements!
Our pods have self contained facilities. The hostel will not be available for guests to enter during stay.
Landpods
These brand new Landpods, upgraded for 2019, are fully waterproof and sleep up to four adults. They are slightly elevated off the ground for a comfortable night’s sleep under the stars – you can even open the roof for a better view! With LED lighting these cosy pods include all beds and bedding. There is a table and bench outside so you can make the most of the great outdoors and dine al fresco.
The new larger Landpod sleeps up to 4 people, on two small double mattresses (one above the other) and a single futon mattress, which doubles up as the seating area. They’re even tall enough to stand up in! There is no heating in our Landpods.
Camping
Bring your own tent and camp in the National Trust grounds of the oldest hostel in the YHA network. Campers are welcome to use the hostel facilities including the communal bathrooms and the self-catering kitchen.
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, 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.
Things to do around YHA Street
Haynes International Motor museum
You’ve owned the manual now see the cars! From a Ford Fiesta to a Ferrari 360 they’ll be something you want to get excited about.
West Somerset Steam Railway
A twenty mile scenic journey back in time through the gently rolling Quantock hills from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard on a steam train. Visit the website
Walking and Rambling in Street
Get back to nature and stride out on foot to explore the beauty of this part of the country.
Wells - England's Smallest City
Visit the City of Wells in Somerset, England's smallest city, with its historic centre, the magnificent cathedral, and the unique moated Bishop's Palace. Wells Cathedral is a wonderful Medieval cat
Fleet Air Arm Museum
11 miles Europe’s largest naval aviation collection, with 90 aircraft and 30 thousand artefacts to keep you entertained. Visit the website
Weston Super Mare pier
27 miles Rebuilt after the fire of 2008, there's more rides and attractions than ever before Visit the website
Glastonbury Tor and Abbey
Surrounded by myth and mystery. Walk the ruined Abbey and admire the view from the Tor. Take in the romantic ruins and peaceful parkland.
Wookey Hole Caves
Britain’s most spectacular caves and legendary home of the infamous Witch of Wookey. Visit her in her cave. Don't miss the prehistoric Ice Age valley, Wookey Hole Circus and new cave museu
Clarks Village
The birthplace of Clarks shoes. This outlet shopping centre has bargains galore, and more shoe shops than you can shake a stick at! Visit the Clarks Village website
Ham Wall Starlings
During the winter months, Ham Wall will receive some visitors from the colder regions of Northern Europe.
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access
- BBQ area
- Cycle store
- Dining room
- Free on-street parking
- Full mobile coverage
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Highchair
- Medium garden/grounds
- Minibus parking nearby
- Near bus stop
- Outdoor seating
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Sole use
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception hours: From 08:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 20:30.
Self-catering: YHA Street is self-catering only. Guests have access to a kitchen
Parking: There is a public car park with space for 20 cars, 100m away from the hostel.
YHA Street - 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.
You can find out more and apply to volunteer at this hostel on the volunteering website.
History
This Swiss-style wooden chalet accommodation opened in March 1931, making it our oldest hostel still in operation.
Meet the team
Hostel Manager Sean recommends: Visit Gastonbury Abbey where you can have a tour with a Benedictine monk, learn of Henry VIII, the Bishop of Bath and Wells' plans for this monastery, and see where King Arthur is believed to be buried.
The redevelopment of YHA Street has been part funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development
