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YHA Snowdon Ranger Local Area

How to stay safe in winter

Keeping warm during an outdoor adventure sounds straightforward, but it's easy (and sometimes quite dangerous) to go wrong. Here are some of our top safety tips for how to stay safe in winter.

Entrance path to Barafundle Bay on the Pembrokeshire coast

New year challenges

With the start of a new year, there is the opportunity for new challenges and opportunities to immerse yourself in feel-good experiences. It doesn't have to be a new you, small wins count too.

YHA Black Sail exterior

Unique and unusual places to stay in the UK

British hostelling isn't all about country houses (gorgeous as they are) and purpose-built traditional hostels. YHA accommodation can include everything from remote huts to 800-year-old castles!

Lake District fells covered in snow

Five of the best festive getaways in the Lake District

Snow-capped fells, miles of crystalline lakes and beautiful higgledy-piggledy houses dotted in among frosty landscapes can only mean one thing... 'tis the season for festive fun in the Lake District.

Brecon Beacons stargazing

New year, new adventures

It's that time of year again. We'll see thousands of people posting "new year, new me!", inspirational quotes and photos of their celebrations with family and friends. If you need some inspiration...

View from Loughrigg fell on a winter's morning in the Lake District

10 tips for preparing for winter hiking season

Want to be a four-season hiker? Don’t give up adventuring once the weather gets chilly – that crisp winter wonderland is waiting for your footprints and we have many hostels perfect for hiking.