Family stays and experiences

Adult and two children walking down a country path with fields either side

Sunshine and scattered showers: spring in the Peak District

Waking up slowly to the thrumming of raindrops and gentle bleating of new-born lambs is the best way to start the day. Lying in bed in an oak-beamed attic at YHA Hartington Hall, other countryside...

Raindrops falling on a colourful umbrella

Inspiring things to do on a rainy day

As wonderful as escaping to the outdoors in England and Wales can be, sometimes the Great British weather becomes unpredictable and the rain, rain doesn’t want to go away and come back another day.

Row of buildings and boats in a harbour

Affordable UK adventures in the half-term holidays

Come stay with us in the school holidays and do great stuff for free. From enchanting family walks spotting wildlife to discovering local history in a bustling city to pootling on pebble beaches...