Outdoor adventures

Walking on the Pennine Way on a cold winters day in West Yorkshire

5 UK winter walks that are good for your soul

When facing periods of stress, being outside and walking outdoors has the most beneficial impact on your mental wellbeing. Breathing in fresh air, hearing birdsong, connecting with nature...

Wastwater in the Lake District on a cloudy day

Budget hiking holidays in the Lake District

As we enter autumn, the end of hiking season is in sight for the big mountains, but not for budget hiking holidays in the Lake District...

The Upper Lake in autumn at Roundhay Park, Leeds, Yorkshire

Five reasons to get outside this season

As the nights draw in and the days get darker, it’s tempting to shut the curtains, stay indoors and get cosy. But don’t forget to get outside and enjoy the many delights of autumn...

Cyclists on a countryside road lined with autumnal trees

Seasonal scenic cycling routes in the UK

Bike your way around Britain in the colder months, there’s still so much to discover. From easy eight milers to trickier mountain climbs, there are scenic cycling routes in the UK to suit everyone.

Autumn forest in the Lake District

Things to do this autumn

Here we are with a handy guide on how to make the most of autumn when staying at our hostels. The best bit? Everything is free! From climbing peaks to visiting harbours, perusing markets to..

YHA Borrowdale local river

Camping in the Lake District

The Lake District in Cumbria, England, is quite simply one of Britain’s most stunning locations. A National Park and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lakes should be on anyone’s top 10...