YHA England and Wales

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YHA England and Wales We are YHA

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.
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Website: https://www.yha.org.uk/

YHA is a national charity on a mission to connect people with each other, the outdoors, nature and heritage through hostels in amazing places. We have over 150 sites throughout England and Wales and provide inclusive adventures, in extraordinary buildings, in amazing places. We are a leading social enterprise and a 90-year-old charity on a mission to enrich lives. Especially young lives. By providing brilliant hostel stays and experiences that improve physical health, mental wellbeing and life skills. By staying with us, becoming a member, volunteering or donating to YHA, not only will you feel the benefit, but you will help us reach those who’d miss out without us. Our strategy for the next ten years, developed through work undertaken throughout 2019, and approved by the Board in February 2020 can be viewed here: https://www.yha.org.uk/about-yha/yha-10-year-strategy

Our strategy is ambitious. It will see us reaching more people and growing our impact, with a focus on those who could benefit the most, in an era that needs us more than ever. We are YHA. Because where you go changes who you become.

The autumn/winter version of The Journey is here!🍂📖Explore four historical hostels you need to visit, discover the walk ...
09/10/2026

The autumn/winter version of The Journey is here!🍂📖
Explore four historical hostels you need to visit, discover the walk that changed Britain, find out about naturalist Amanda Tuke's newest book, read our interview with YHA's Acting CEO Louise Platt and much more!

Read The Journey here: https://bit.ly/3VBQ19G

Looking for half term holiday inspiration? 💭It's as a child when a love of the outdoors is instilled and, here at YHA, w...
07/10/2026

Looking for half term holiday inspiration? 💭

It's as a child when a love of the outdoors is instilled and, here at YHA, we have plenty of family-friendly hostels in our network!

Playing games in coastland coves, discovering wildlife on woodland walks and reaching new heights on adventure-packed weekends... 🌊🍄🌿

Book your half term stay with YHA https://bit.ly/4qUx25K

There is just over one week left of this year's Festival of Walking! 😱If you've been thinking about joining a social wal...
02/10/2026

There is just over one week left of this year's Festival of Walking! 😱

If you've been thinking about joining a social walk, this is your sign! Come along to a free walk and discover new routes with experienced guides and a strong community of like-minded walkers!

Don't forget - each walk ends with a free cuppa and cake. 🍰

Join a walk today https://bit.ly/4y8wGeU



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Join in on a YHA Festival of Walking social walk, led by an experienced leader. Simply browse our events and book your place. Get involved today.

If you're looking for ways to enjoy the upcoming autumn half term with the family, why not check out these family friend...
02/10/2026

If you're looking for ways to enjoy the upcoming autumn half term with the family, why not check out these family friendly self-guided walks?

Stay where the walk starts and ends. These fantastic Ordnance Survey routes begin and finish at the hostel!📍

Visit our website to book your YHA break https://bit.ly/4qUx25K

Check out the Festival of Walking https://bit.ly/4bigfn4


Photo credit: John Corry / Indra / Adobe Stock

There are some things we all mean to get around to, and making a will can be one of them. Having a will in place means y...
01/10/2026

There are some things we all mean to get around to, and making a will can be one of them. Having a will in place means you can be clear about your wishes and help make sure that the people and causes that matter to you are looked after.

October is Free Wills Month, so it's a good time to take that step. Through our Free Wills partners, a limited number of free wills are available, giving you the opportunity to make or update your will.

Find out more information https://bit.ly/46Gvlzm

Come along to the YHA Snowdon Llanberis social walk, led by Latitude 534!🧭Led by qualified leaders, this is a high quali...
29/09/2026

Come along to the YHA Snowdon Llanberis social walk, led by Latitude 534!🧭

Led by qualified leaders, this is a high quality mountain alternative to Snowdon/Yr Wyddfa, with equally fantastic scenery but away from the crowded paths.

This walk runs on Saturday 3rd October, so don't miss out on securing your place!🤞

Book onto the social walk here https://bit.ly/3VdFPnH

Saturday 3rd October 2026Distance: 7 miles (11.4km)Duration: 4.5 - 6 hours

27/09/2026

If you're staying at YHA Treyarnon Bay, why not download a free map and get out exploring?

Discover this challenging but rewarding route to Mawgan Porth.

Search for route 065 YHA Treyarnon Bay- Mawgan Porth on 's OS Maps app!🗺️

Need a hand deciding which hostel to use as your base for autumnal adventuring?🧭Check out four fantastic hostels to expl...
27/09/2026

Need a hand deciding which hostel to use as your base for autumnal adventuring?🧭

Check out four fantastic hostels to explore this season, each with brilliant amenities and local attractions- perfect for whether you're solo travelling or booking an autumn half term break with the kids!

Book your stay at one of these hostels... 🧡

YHA Hartington Hall https://bit.ly/4h9mVXv
YHA London Central https://bit.ly/4ArF62j
YHA New Forest https://bit.ly/3Tftgrm
YHA Manorbier https://bit.ly/3TM9Dav


Photo credit: Pawel Pajor / Adobe Stock

25/09/2026

Today, we say goodbye to our CEO James Blake, who after nine exceptional years leading YHA will move on to become Chief Executive of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Taking over from James’, YHA’s current Executive Director of Resources & Transformation, Louise Platt, will step into the role of Acting CEO, helping to lead the charity through its next chapter.

Be sure to check out James' goodbye video message covering his time at the YHA.

If you've been meaning to join us, this is your sign!✅ With two weeks left of YHA's Festival of Walking, there's still p...
24/09/2026

If you've been meaning to join us, this is your sign!✅

With two weeks left of YHA's Festival of Walking, there's still plenty of time to pull on your walking boots and join a free, guided social walk at hostels across England and Wales.

Explore scenic walks across fantastic locations, with routes starting from YHA Borrowdale, YHA Conwy, YHA Malham and more.

Sign up to a social walk https://bit.ly/4y8wGeU

Address

YHA England And Wales, Trevelyan House, Dimple Road
Matlock
DE43YH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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