YHA news

Walking, hiking and YHA go hand-in-hand. That is why we have put together a vast range of walking blog articles. From hostel to hostel walking in the Lake District to family friendly walks in England and Wales and more, we have plenty of content to get you feeling inspired to go on a ramble or hike.

Malham countryside in Summer with sheep in fields

John Dower's legacy: a call to action on access

It was my honour to host a celebration of the legacy of John Dower – giant of the countryside access movement. Yet this was more than a moment to memorialise the achievements of the past.

Exterior view of YHA Youlgreave building

An update on hostel sales and our franchise scheme

We're building a more sustainable hostel network. There's no denying that it's been a difficult decade so far – for YHA, our customers, members and beneficiaries. The pandemic inflicted damage.

Group of people walking in countryside near YHA Hartington Hall

Sign up for the 2024 YHA Festival of Walking now!

Get walking! YHA’s popular Festival of Walking returns for the third year this September (13th September to 13th October). Organised annually, the festival aims to get more people walking...