The Journey

Aerial view of Landpods at YHA Eskdale

9 YHA hostels for camping and glamping

YHA's sleeping options extend far beyond the rooms in our hostels. Across our network, we have *deep breath* bell tents, Landpods, tipis, pods, safari tents, and even converted Airstreams.

People Nordic Walking

How to get into Nordic walking

Nordic walking has become recognised globally for its physical and mental health benefits. But what exactly is it? Let British Nordic Walking be your guide. As part of YHA’s Festival of Walking...

Stained glass windows inside a cathedral

In the footsteps of pilgrims: Wye to Canterbury

The morning sun beats down on the beanfields; bees buzz and drowse; butterflies flitter above the wildflowers. The day is warm and the hills are broad, but there's no one to be seen except...

Landscape panorama of Treyarnon Bay

9 hostels with amazing views in the UK

Whether it’s overlooking the sea, the fells of the Lake District, the rolling South Downs or an ancient monument, many of the hostels in our network are blessed with beautiful views...

Castlefield canal in Manchester

What’s new in Manchester

Whether you’re here for the music, the museums, the nightlife or the sport, Manchester is always on the go. Here we look at some of its newest cultural offerings...

YHA Borrowdale local river

A springtime walk in Borrowdale

Daniel Neilson enjoys a walk around Borrowdale learning about its most interesting ex-resident, the cave-dwelling Millican Dalton. In September 1913, Millican Dalton, an 'expert mountaineer and...