Spring

The English Bridge on the River Severn, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England, UK

Fascinating heritage sites in the UK

From the ancient ruins of Whitby Abbey to the 73-mile-long Hadrian’s Wall, Britain has plenty heritage hotspots full of beauty and historic importance. We are proud to be part of the Heritage...

View over rooftops of York on sunny day

Things to do this spring in the city

Get back to the buzz of the city with our top suggestions of things to do this spring in a city near you. From London to Manchester and Bath to York – we have hostels in some of the UK's best cities.

View of looking up through trees

Escape into the forest in the UK

At YHA, we’re proud to be in amongst some of the greatest forests destinations in England and Wales. Which is why we are bringing you eight forest destinations you can visit with YHA...

Major oak

Famous trees in England and Wales

An idyllic forest walk should be high up on every adventurer’s list. Walking in the forest is the perfect way to improve your health and explore England’s most beautiful habitats, whether you want...

Row of terraced houses painted in different shades of pink, purple and blue

Five of the best gardens to visit in London

London, the UK city known as the big smoke, but what you might not know is that there are many secret gardens where you can relax and explore all things breath-taking. Why not take advantage of...