YHA (England & Wales)

We transform young lives forever through travel and real adventure. Because where you go changes who you become.

We believe in the power of travel and adventure. To connect people to each other, to nature and the outdoors, to culture and to heritage.

Hostelling makes travel and adventure accessible to everyone, everywhere. YHA operates a network of hostels throughout England and Wales — a community of shared spaces, open to all and for the benefit of everybody.

We provide inclusive adventures, in extraordinary buildings, in amazing places. We’re proud to rank first globally for guest satisfaction. Yet we are much more than accommodation.

We are a leading social enterprise and a 90-year-old movement. A charity on a mission to enrich the lives of all, but especially young people, and improve physical health, mental wellbeing and life skills through the experiences we create.

We bring the adventure, for the first time, for a lifetime. By staying with us, becoming a member, donating to or volunteering with YHA, not only will you feel the benefit, but you will help us continue to reach those who’d miss out without us. 

Opportunities

Children walking through a forest

Connecting to Nature one-night residential

Fully funded residentials at 10 YHA hostels in or close to protected landscapes across England. These are designed to connect or reconnect young people to the natural environment, helping them learn the five steps to nature connectedness.

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Children walking through woodland

Connecting to Nature two-night residential

Fully funded residentials at 10 YHA hostels in or close to protected landscapes across England. These are designed to connect or reconnect young people to the natural environment, helping them learn the five steps to nature connectedness.

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Statement from the Chief Executive

"Since 1930 YHA has been committed to helping young people connect with nature and the outdoors, especially those with least access.

"Unique and innovative programmes like Generation Green give us the unique opportunity to work alongside major not-for-profit outdoor education partners to deliver even more life-enhancing experiences across our youth hostel network in England.

"Generation Green 2 brings the vision of a night under the stars for every child one step closer."

James Blake, Chief Executive

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Other project partners

is delivering the Generation Green 2 project as part of Access Unlimited, a coalition of not-for-profit school residential and educational providers.

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