Talkin Tarn Country Park
An ideal place for water sports or a quiet stroll through the mature woodlands. Fishing and bike hire available. See details on the Visit Cumbria website
YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall
Bardon Mill, Northumberland, NE47 7ANOverview
YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall is the brand new youth hostel at The Sill landscape discovery centre, in partnership with the Northumberland National Park Authority. Ideally located in the beautiful countryside of the National Park, this high-spec hostel is perfect for exploring the Hadrian's Wall World Heritage site, located just a few hundred metres away.
You’ll also be close to both Sycamore Gap and the Roman fort at Vindolanda and, of course, the adjoining Discovery Centre with its innovative learning spaces and spectacular viewing platforms.
Why guests love YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall
Accommodation at YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall
Bed in a shared room
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.
Food and drink at YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall
Things to do around YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall
Vindolanda
This Roman fort is just south of Hadrian's Wall and is great for learning more about the local history.
The Roman Army Museum
Based at the site of Carvoran Roman Fort, the Roman Army Museum is an authentic and dramatic tribute to Rome’s extraordinary military legacy. Visit the website
Housestead Roman Fort
2.7 miles Housesteads Roman Fort is the remains of an auxiliary fort on Hadrian's Wall.
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
Stargazing in Northumberland National Park
Stargazing – a simple yet intriguing and inspiring evening activity.
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 electric vehicle charger
- Free parking on premises
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Highchair
- Intermittent mobile coverage
- Licensed bar
- Lift
- Medium garden/grounds
- Meeting rooms
- Minibus parking on premises
- Near airport
- Near bus stop
- Near train station
- Outdoor seating
- Packed lunch
- Restaurant
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Shared TV
- Sole use
- 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. Meals are also available from 17:00 – 20:00.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is parking at the hostel.
Parking: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall. Assistance dogs are welcome.
YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall - Access Statement
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YHA School Trips
YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall is ideally located for a range of self-led school trips, as well as our residential packages. Explore the Northumberland National Park, visit The Sill Discovery Centre and star gaze in this Dark Skies area. Visit the YHA School Trips website to reserve this hostel for your field trip.
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.
