The hostel is close to the Coast to Coast cycling route. Local roads offer great cycling for all abilities for anyone who wants to enjoy stunning views over the North Pennines landscape.
see the Cycle Route page for the Sea to Sea route
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Free parking on premises
Self-catering kitchen
If you're planning on staying at YHA Langdon Beck, why not download a free map and get out exploring? All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the...
Hire a bike at Hamsterley Forest, about 20 miles away, and explore the graded trails including serious levels of descent and lovely family routes through the tranquil woods.
If you're in the area, High Force waterfall is a must see attraction. This spectacular waterfall suddenly and drops 70ft into a plunge pool, making it England's highest uninterrupted drop of water...
A fantastic base for walks, the centre provides information and displays on the landscape, wildlife and people of Upper Teesdale. Within walking distance of both High Force Waterfall and Moor House...
The highest waterfall in the area, the gill falls a spectacular 50ft into a pool in the wooded valley below.
See the mineral mining past of the North Pennines, with underground tours and interactive waterpower demonstrations. See samples in the nearby museum and tea-room. Visit the Mine website for more...
Four acres of garden full of surprises with winding paths, borders, organic vegetables and fell views - a truly magical place. Visit the Garden website
Appleby-in-Westmorland ia an attractive, historic, market town, famous for its horse fair that attracts a huge gypsy gathering each year. While here visit the Appleby Castle. Tours of the castle are...
The South Tyne Trail is a great route for all abilities to enjoy traffic-free picturesque rides.
The Pennine Way passes through some of the most beautiful and remote countryside England has to offer. This section boasts the highest waterfall in England.
The hostel is a popular stop off for the Sea to Sea bike ride. The secure bike shed and drying room offer all the facilities a cyclist needs. However we do not have bikes to rent out.
A new narrow gauge railway from Cumbria into Northumberland. There's also a shop, café & Hub transport museum. Visit the Railway website
The Allen Valleys provide distinctive landscapes with great cycling routes. There are several choices which are suitable for all abilities and combine steep climbs with downhill runs and all with...
Ask reception about Kate's Clues to Mohope and they will provide you with an illustrated leaflet which details a short circular walk from the hostel which is suitable for children. The circular Isaacs...
Don't miss the amazing views and scenery while you're out on your bike. Whether you’re after hard core down hills, or just a simple ride along the landscape, you can ride as far as your legs will...
15 miles from Edmundbyers, Hamsterley Forest offers something for everyone. Riders of all abilities are encouraged, whether you want a leisurely ride out with the kids, or a full-on downhill...