Family stays and experiences

Bath Catherdral

Exploring the city of Bath with kids

Our family ambassador Jenny and her family recently visited YHA Bath and explored the city. Take a look at what they got up to during their stay.

Town hall in Chester

The secret garden at YHA Chester Trafford Hall

“Goodbye orange door, I love you!” said the little girl next door as her family hoisted their rucksacks and left their chalet in the dim October morning light. How attached kids can get to...

A river and trees in the Lake District

Half-term in the Borrowdale rainforest

Our family ambassador Jenny and her family recently visited YHA Borrowdale and the Lake District in rainy weather. Have a read of their experiences.

Rolling hills of Buttermere in the Lake District

Last bus to Buttermere: hostelling in the Lake District

I had overheard people discussing the winter timetable in tones that suggested it was important, but didn't understand why until a member of the team at YHA Keswick spelled it out for me: "It means...

Young girl running on a beach with a rainbow kite

Let’s go fly a kite: YHA Beer

Along with a camera and a coffee pot there's one more thing I try not to forget when packing for a trip: our kite. To untangle its colourful tail streamers and throw it straight up into the gale...