YHA National Forest

Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6BD

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YHA National Forest kitchen with dining table and doors to the outdoor space

Sleeps up to 74 people
23 bedrooms
23 bathrooms

YHA National Forest is a quirky, eco-friendly hostel which offers quality en-suite accommodation next door to the Conkers visitor centre, making it an ideal spot for those looking to escape from it all with family and friends on an activity break.

Where you'll sleep

Across the entire building there is a total of 23 bedrooms.

Ground floor

Three en-suite rooms that sleep up to 3 people each. They include a single high-sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath.

Two en-suite rooms that sleep up to 4 people each. They include 2 sets of bunk beds.

First floor

Six en-suite rooms that sleep up to 3 people each. They include a single high-sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath.

Ten en-suite rooms that sleep up to 4 people each. They include 2 sets of bunk beds.

Two en-suite rooms that sleep up to 5 people each. They include a high sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath and a set of bunk beds.

A cot is available.

Shared spaces

Kitchen and dining

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

Kitchen appliances: grill, kettle, microwave, oven, refrigerator, stove, toaster, tumble dryer, washing machine.

Kitchenware: dishes and cutlery for 85 people, kitchen utensils, pots, pans.

Cooking basics: oil, salt and pepper, tomato sauce, brown sauce.

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

Located on the ground floor, the dining room seats up to 50 people.

A highchair is available.

Lounge

The small lounge is located on the ground floor and seats up to 14 people across soft seating and laptop-friendly work stations.

Bathrooms

Across the entire building there is a total of 23 bathrooms.

En-suite bathrooms: 23

Toilets: 26

Showers: 23

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, patio, picnic tables.

What our whole hostel offers

Accessible rooms available
Ambulant accessible
Bed linen
Carbon monoxide alarm
Central heating
Cleaning basics
Cooking basics
Cot available
Dishes and cutlery
Dog-friendly
Dryer
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Fridge
Garden/grounds
Grill
Ground floor rooms available
Hair dryer
Hangers
Heating
Highchair
Hot water
Kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen utensils
Laptop-friendly workspace
Lock on doors
Microwave
Outdoor play area
Outdoor seating
Oven
Shower(s)
Smoke alarm
Stove
Toaster
Towel(s)
Washing machine
Wheelchair accessible

What you need to know about our whole hostel

Check-in: From 16:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Heating: There is central heating throughout the property.
Towels and toiletries: Hand soap is provided next to all sinks. Towels are not supplied as standard.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all our rooms.
Dogs: Hire YHA National Forest 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: Guests have use of the whole property.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

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Overview

Situated just next door to the popular Conkers Discovery Centre, YHA National Forest is ideal for affordable family breaks, activity breaks and school trips. The eco-friendly building has been designed to reduce the effect of your stay on the environment, making it a great option for those keen to stay in environmentally friendly accommodation.

Aside from Conkers, other nearby attractions include Drayton Manor Theme Park and Twycross Zoo and there are plenty of great routes in the area for walking holidays and cycling holidays.

This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis and for group bookings only.

Accommodation at this hostel

Entire place is offered here
Bed in a shared room is not offered here
Private room is not offered here
Camping & Cabins is not offered here

Why guests love this hostel

Ideal for family activity breaks
Next door to Conkers Discovery Centre
Surrounded by developing woodland

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Accommodation at YHA National Forest

Hire the whole place

With YHA Exclusive Hire, you can take the entire building for you and your group.

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Meeting room

Our flexible and affordable meeting room is a great choice for any occasion.

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Dining room with wooden tables and chairs

Group booking

Serviced group stays for 16 to 74 people

YHA National Forest has everything you need to experience the best of Derbyshire. The hostel makes an ideal base for field trips and getaways in nature. Relax in our grounds or sit down for some group catering to keep you going throughout the day.

With Conkers Discovery Centre and the family-friendly activities of Rosliston Forestry Centre next door, we make a great choice for schools discovering the great outdoors. You could also have a day out at Twycross Zoo or learn industrial secrets at the Moira Furnace. Fans of Derbyshire’s amazing walking routes will find the Ashby Trail nearby and cyclists of all abilities are spoilt for choice.

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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.

Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.

Shared spaces

Schools and other groups can relax in our extensive grounds and use our well-equipped meeting room to study. You’ll find facilities like a projector and speaker plus a whiteboard and flipchart to make plans. We’ve got great on-site facilities for cycling groups and there’s free Wi-Fi, TV and games to keep you busy too.

Group catering

With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA National Forest (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

There is free parking on-site.

Accredited site

YHA National Forest holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (Site Only) (105567).

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

24-hour access after check-in
Ambulant accessible
Baby changing
Classroom(s)
Coach parking on premises
Contactless payments
Corridor zoning
Cycle store
Dining room
Free parking on premises
Full mobile coverage
Games
Garden/grounds
Group meals
Highchair
Large garden/grounds
Library
Licensed bar
Meeting room(s)
Minibus parking on premises
Near airport
Outdoor play area
Outdoor seating
Self-catering kitchen
Shared lounge
Shared TV
Sole use available
Water refill station
Wheelchair accessible
WiFi

Hostel need to know

Accommodation: This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis only, so you'll get the entire place to yourself.

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: YHA National Forest is self-catering only. Guests have access to a kitchen.

Parking: There is free parking on site.

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA National Forest, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire (charge applies). Assistance dogs are welcome throughout.

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Food and drink at YHA National Forest

Self-catering at YHA National Forest

Our self-catering kitchen includes everything you need to cook up a storm.

Bring your own food and make use of our oven and refrigerator plus a kettle and stove. Dishes and cutlery are provided as well as cleaning essentials.

Group meals at YHA National Forest

With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something tasty to eat at YHA National Forest (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.

YHA National Forest

48 Bath Lane, Moira, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6BD

Map references

OS Map:: 128
OS Grid Ref:: SK305156
Lat/Lng:: 52.737864, -1.548793
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Contact information

Phone:: +44 345 371 9672
Email:: [email protected]

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Things to do around YHA National Forest

Walking and Rambling in National Forest

If you're planning on staying at YHA National Forest, 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...

National Brewery Centre

The National Brewery Centre delves into the history of the legendary Bass family and the role they had in the development of brewing. You can explore the real life experiences and stories of the...

Rosliston Forestry Centre

The mix of woodland and meadow, ponds and play areas offer the perfect playground for visitors of all ages, all year round. See details on the Centre's website.

Conkers

A unique mix of indoor and outdoor experiences to keep the family entertained. Don't miss the Enchanted Forest Play area. Enjoy the great outdoors with all the family at Conkers. There are 120 acres...

View of Moira Furnace from down the Moira Canal

Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park

An impressive iron-making blast furnace. Why not try a boat trip along Ashby Canal, a woodland walk or guided museum tour.

Rutland Water Nature Reserves

One of the most important wildfowl sanctuaries in Great Britain, home to a successful Osprey project and two visitor centres.

Twycross Zoo

Twycross Zoo is located in beautiful countryside in the heart of England. It's won awards for its conservation and is fun for all the family. Open year-round, there's plenty to do with indoor and...

Cycling in National Forest

Take a tour of the National Forest by bike! We've got a well-equipped bike shed with a full selection of equipment, complete with bike washing facilities for a sparkling ride. With easy to follow...

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

YHA National forest is located in the heart of the National Forest, just one mile from Conkers discovery centre, and is surrounded by young and developing woodland, cycleways and Great Britain's newest canal. The National Forest is the most ambitious national environmental project of the last 25 years. The plan is to create one constant area of woodland spanning the gap between the ancient forests of Charnwood in the east to Needwood in the west. The region as a whole covers over 200 square miles.