Accommodation for large groups in God’s Own Country
Yorkshire is a historic county in northern England known for its Roman and Viking heritage, as well as its Norman castles, medieval abbeys and two National Parks. The town of York, founded by the Romans, is home to the 13th-century York Minster, Tudor houses and medieval walls.
We’ve collected the very best group accommodation in Yorkshire no matter the occasion. From school groups to sports clubs, get-togethers with friends to big family meetups. Take a look…
YHA group accommodation in Yorkshire
YHA Boggle Hole
Whitby, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 228
- Group catering: Full board
- Meeting rooms: 2
YHA Grinton Lodge
Richmond, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 74
- Group catering: Full board
YHA Hawes
Hawes, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 52
- Group catering: Full board
- Meeting rooms: 1
YHA Helmsley
Helmsley, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 39
- Group catering: Full board
YHA Kettlewell
Skipton, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 40
- Group catering: Meals available
- Meeting rooms: 1
YHA Malham
Skipton, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 80 across two buildings
- Group catering: Full board
- Meeting rooms: 1
YHA Osmotherley
Northallerton, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 61
- Group catering: Meals available
- Meeting rooms: 1
YHA Scarborough
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 46
- Group catering: Meals available
- Meeting rooms: 1
YHA Whitby
Whitby, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 134
- Group catering: Full board
- Meeting rooms: 1
YHA York
York, North Yorkshire
- Number of beds: 193
- Group catering: Full board
- Meeting rooms: 2
Ways to stay with YHA
Serviced group stay
Groups of more than 15 people
Let YHA take care of your stay with our group booking service. You'll be allocated private bedrooms close together with all bedding. Upgrades are available for sole use of an area/floor or the entire place.
Exclusive Hire
Groups of all sizes
Hire the whole hostel, cottage or house at over 100 amazing locations. With YHA Exclusive Hire, you'll get the entire place to yourself and the hostel won't be staffed. Many properties also welcome dogs!
Individual stay
Groups of up to 15 people
Think you know our hostels? You may be surprised by the range of locations and accommodation on offer. We have dorm rooms, private rooms, en-suites plus camping and glamping options.
How to make a group booking
1. Choose your location
From Lake Windermere to Central London, we've got locations to suit every group. If you're not sure, our team can help you decide.
2. Plan your accommodation
You'll be allocated private rooms close together or can upgrade to sole use. Numbers don't need to be exact, but an idea of how many beds you'll need is a good starting point.
3. Consider catering options
Let us take care of the cooking with our group catering options. Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering.
4. Discover our activities
Did you know YHA offers activities such as archery, conservation and team building? Our residential packages include accommodation, catering and activities.
5. Contact our groups specialists
From your first enquiry right up to saying goodbye at check-out, our friendly groups specialists will make sure you have everything you need. Simply contact our groups team.
Ready to make a group booking?
Making a booking with YHA is easy! For groups of more than 15 people, simply contact our experienced groups advisers. They'll support you with every aspect of planning your visit from meals, activities and meeting rooms to risk assessments and funding options.
Why groups love Yorkshire
A fantastic base for groups trips as well as school residentials, history-rich Yorkshire has something for everyone. Boasting some of the most beautiful countryside in the UK with rolling hills, dramatic coastlines and picturesque towns and villages, Yorkshire is for the adventurous.
For school groups, Yorkshire has a rich history that dates back to Roman times with many historic landmarks and museums to explore, including York Minster, Fountains Abbey and Castle Howard.
Take a look at our fantastic variety of accommodation in Yorkshire.
Top attractions in Yorkshire for groups
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Alternative Technology Centre
See renewable energy systems and explore the One Planet exhibition room, full of quirky facts and information about sustainability. Visit the ATC website
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Beverley Art Gallery
The largest collection of works by Fred & Mary Elwell. The gallery also hosts visiting exhibitions and special events.
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Bolton Abbey
Take the steam train from Embsay or park at the Abbey for a stroll and picnic by the river. Don't miss the Gorge and Lovers Leap. Cross the river using the Stepping Stones. Visit the Abbey website
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Captain Cook Memorial Museum
The museum is in a 17th century house on Whitby's harbour where Captain Cook trained as a seaman, leading to his epic voyages of discovery. Visit the Museum website
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Castle Howard
Set within 1000 acres of breathtaking landscape, the estate houses the Arboretum Trust - a collection of botanically important trees. Visit the website
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Climbing in Kettlewell
For climbers we have one of Yorkshire's 'Big Three' limestone crags, Kilnsey Crag (the other two being Gordale and Malham). This is mostly higher grade sport climbing but there are some very good trad...
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Cycling around Boggle Hole
Take a leisurely cycle along the National Cycle Route 1 or the North Sea trail which starts 10 minutes away from the hostel.
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Cycling in Beverley
YHA Beverley Friary is on a national by-way. Cycle routes 65 and 66 go right past the hostel door as well as the National Cycle Network 1. The North Sea Cycle Route also passes through Beverley. The...
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Cycling in Dalby Forest
The National Park has over 1400 miles of cycle ways for you to discover. Get out and about on your bike and enjoy the landscape. Whether it’s town or countryside you want to explore, you can ride as...
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Cycling in Kettlewell
For Cyclists, we are on the Tour de France route and the area is really popular with road cyclists. We have a large secure bike shed and concreted metal hoops in the floor so make sure that you bring...
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Cycling in Osmotherley
National Cycle network (Route 65) passes by the Mill which takes in minor roads and traffic-free routes on bridleways past Cod Beck reservoir.
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Dales Countryside Museum
The Dales Countryside Museum shows the Yorkshire Dales way of life and explores traditions long gone, including lead mining, knitting, and cheese making.
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