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The best UK destination dupes for summer
We're in for a hot summer and we say skip the airport stress. This year, it’s all about staying local and loving it. You can have an unforgettable break right here in the UK.
Four hostels near National Nature Reserves
England and Wales collectively have close to 300 National Nature Reserves (NNRs), places that were set up to conserve our landscapes, seascapes and wildlife.
The history and benefits of hiking
Call it trekking. Call it yomping, wandering, backpacking or plain old walking. This blog delves into how walking has evolved over the centuries.
The benefits of rivers and waterways
Our rivers are a playground for us and a breeding ground for the ecosystem that depends on them. A summer day by the river is one of the most idyllic days possible — and they’re worth fighting for.
Interview with outdoor swimming advocate: Kate Rew
As the Outdoor Swimming Society pushes for a greater legal right to swim, we speak to founder Kate Rew about the popularity of outdoor swimming, what she loves about it, and why she joined YHA.
The perfect walk to do this summer in the National Forest
It can be tempting to think of the National Forest as somewhere young. YHA National Forest, an exclusive hire property at its centre, is an eco-hostel dating to 2007.
Latest news
Our new strategy to reconnect young people from underserved communities with nature, heritage and each other
Our bold new strategy to reconnect young people from underserved communities with nature, heritage and each other...
A modern makeover for a 95-year-old national treasure: YHA Windermere featured on Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr
In an exciting development for its 95th anniversary, we have seen our YHA Windermere featured on the popular BBC One series, Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr.
Sport England funding secures YHA Festival of Walking until 2026
The future of a YHA project, that increases participation and removes barriers to walking, has been secured thanks to Sport England funding. The annual Festival of Walking is now funded until 2026.
John Dower's legacy: a call to action on access
It was my honour to host a celebration of the legacy of John Dower – giant of the countryside access movement. Yet this was more than a moment to memorialise the achievements of the past.
Generation Green 2: now connecting even more young people to nature
Generation Green 2, a £4.5million project which will connect even more than 25,000 young people living in England’s most socially disadvantaged areas to nature, is in full swing.
Pilgrim Trust grant helps YHA remove more barriers in the outdoors
A unique collaborative project that is working with grassroots groups and other partners to remove barriers and increase participation in the outdoors, has received funding from the Pilgrim Trust.