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Mountain Biking in the Northern Fells
YHA Skiddaw House is situated on the popular ‘Skiddaw Loop’ and there are great circular routes of varying distance and difficulty in the area. Find out more
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Surrounded by mountains and accessible only on foot or by mountain bike, Britain’s highest hostel is perfect for fell-walkers, adventurous families and lovers of wild and remote places. Situated at 470m on the flanks of Skiddaw, and 3 miles from the nearest road, this traditional hostel on the Cumbria Way offers simple yet comfortable accommodation.
Stay here for a real escape from it all; with no mains electricity, phone signal, TV or internet to distract from the wilderness. Solar panels provide light and hot water, while wood-burning stoves provide the only heating in this Alpine-hut style bunkhouse.
Reception open hours: From 17:00 - 21:30. If you arrive before check-in, you can access the common room via a keypad code - this will be emailed to you before arrival.
Self-catering: YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse is self-catering only. Guests have access to a kitchen.
Parking: The hostel is 3 miles from the nearest road and only accessible on foot or by mountain bike. Free parking is available in Threkeld, Keswick, Mosedale and Bassenthwaite.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse. Assistance dogs are welcome – please notify us at the time of booking.
Card payments: Due to being off-grid we are unable take card payments at the hostel, so please bring cash or cheques.
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Built as a shooting lodge in the early 19th century, Skiddaw House was also used as a shepherd’s and gamekeeper’s accommodation until the 1970s. It became a youth hostel in 1987.
Manager recommends: There are loads of great walking, running, and mountain-biking routes, leading straight from the front door. The circular walk over Skiddaw, taking in the summits of Lonscale Fell and Bakestall is a personal favourite