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Thursday 20th of June 2013
 
 
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Below are the latest natters posted by the accommodation owners, to find out more about the particular accommodation simply click on the natter and you'll see their individual listing.

Pentre Bach Bunkhouse, Gwynedd
Still have availability for most of July and August.£10pppn if sharing or £150 per night for sole use.
Added: 07/06/2013
 
Hawse End Centre, Cumbria
Last minute availability at our Hawse End Cottage offered at 25% discount.....2nd - 4th August and 13th -15th September 2013....grab a bargain!
Added: 06/06/2013
 
Skiddaw House, Cumbria
If you can’t get in in during June, try July or August, we still have plenty of availability. Remember that the YHA web booking system is not always performing correctly, so if it tells you you cannot book, always check by contacting us direct.
Added: 05/06/2013
 
Greengill Barn, Cumbria
Introducing Greengill Bunk Barn at Morland in Cumbria’s Eden Valley, great base for Lakes, Pennines, for walking, cycling, and having fun. Sleeps 16 in 2 rooms plus campsite and 4* cottages. Stunning recreation room. Great for parties. Take a look.
Added: 03/06/2013
 
Derwentwater Youth Hostel, Cumbria
Half term week we’ve had a great mix of guests - from active families kayaking on the local lakes to keen adult walkers conquering the high fells; cyclists on the C2C, some keen wind surfers and a school group from Singapore. Come and discover us.
Added: 03/06/2013
 
Lawrenny Millennium Hostel, Pembrokeshire
Come and stay with us this weekend ! Rooms are still available and the weather is looking good. Beaches are beautiful, flowers are blooming and spring has finally sprung. Nowhere’s nicer than Pembrokeshire at this time of year..well we think so!
Added: 30/05/2013
 
Hartland Camping Barn, Devon
New website for Hartland Camping Barn: www.hcb.mettaford-holidays.co.uk
Added: 25/05/2013
 
Homestead and Cheesehouse, Derbyshire
It’s Hope beer and cider festival this weekend!
Added: 23/05/2013
 
Homestead and Cheesehouse, Derbyshire
There are loads of things happening in the Peak District this weekend take a look at the Visit Peak District website for more details.
Added: 23/05/2013
 
Bridges Long Mynd Youth Hostel, Shropshire
why not spend a weekend at Bridges Long Mynd ? The perfect base to visit Shropshire
Added: 23/05/2013
 
Bridges Long Mynd Youth Hostel, Shropshire
Forcast is good for the weekend why not visit beautiful Shorpshire with it’s great opportuinties for cycling and walking
Added: 23/05/2013
 
Homestead and Cheesehouse, Derbyshire
It’s going to be a lovely weekend in Derbyshire why not get out into the Peak for some walking or cycling or more?
Added: 23/05/2013
 
Derwentwater Youth Hostel, Cumbria
Here in Cumbria, several independent hostels are working closely together - have a look at our page on the main IHUK website - Regional Group under site pages. We’re a great mix of hostels - hope you might plan a multi hostel tour.
Added: 23/05/2013
 
Bivouac Bunkbarn, Yorkshire
Still got a few places left on this weekends Dry Stone Walling Course Call us on 01765 535020 for more details !
Added: 16/05/2013
 
Rock and Rapid Bunkhouse, Devon
Our Bunkhouse is looking busy for the summer, we still have the following weekends free 31-2 May, 28-30 June, 5/7, 12/14, 19/21 July. August is looking quite empty at the minute with good availability. From only £175 per night and sleeps 40. N Devon
Added: 10/05/2013
 
Gilfach Wen Barn, Carmarthenshire
New under cover BBQ area, so guests can plan ahead for a social evening around the BBQ no matter what the weather.
Added: 10/05/2013
 
Craig Y Nos Castle, Powys
Visit our Haunted Castle for a Ghost Tour, £49 per person (based on two sharing) and includes Accommodation, Breakfast, Castle Tour and Tour of Haunted area’s
Added: 09/05/2013
 
Derwentwater Youth Hostel, Cumbria
We are Ambassadors for the acclaimed Theatre by The Lake in Keswick which has 6 new plays for the summer. Just tell the Theatre that you are staying with us when you book your tickets and certain tickets will be discounted by £2. A great night out!
Added: 08/05/2013
 
Bivouac Bunkbarn, Yorkshire
The sun is shining! What more of a reason do you need to think about your next weekend away ?
Added: 07/05/2013
 
New Ing Lodge, Cumbria
We have just received a Gold award from Green Tourism for all our hard work at Greening our accommodation and for using only local and ethically sound products.
Added: 06/05/2013
 
Derwentwater Youth Hostel, Cumbria
Had a gorgeous wedding here at the weekend. Rachel and Neil gave the hostel a glamorous makeover and had a beautiful ceremony at the top of our waterfall - and the sun shone! For an informal, relaxed wedding you can’t beat our stunning location.
Added: 01/05/2013
 
Trelay Farm Camping Barn, Cornwall
Our sausage stuffed breakfast baps are made from our own pedigree, free range, kindly kept Gloucester Old Spot pigs - why not pre-order? & tickle a piglet!
Added: 29/04/2013
 
Woodside Lodges Bunkhouse, Herefordshire
Herefordshire 2013 Walking Festival 15th to 23rd June. Full details at www.walkingfestival.com
Added: 24/04/2013
 
Broadford Backpackers, Inner Hebrides
Hi everyone!!! We’re glad to announce that we have new managers. Tete and Alex are expecting you to make your stay unforgettable. Cheers!!!
Added: 12/04/2013
 
Wooler Youth Hostel, Northumberland
Our new website went live this weekend! How exciting, you can check it out here http://www.woolerhostel.co.uk/ . We have downloadable factsheets, photographs and more!
Added: 08/04/2013
 
Thorney How Independent Hostel, Cumbria
Our new biomass heating system is now up and running with the bunkhouse fully open. Our first wedding also went without hitch with great feedback from guests and the wedding couple. Will have new photos on blog shortly.
Added: 08/04/2013
 
Kirkby Stephen Hostel, Cumbria
why dont you visit the hostel this week whilst the children are on holiday? they can have fun in the snow.
Added: 30/03/2013
 
Bivouac Bunkbarn, Yorkshire
Spring is on its way ! We promise! A lovely time to be in the Yorkshire Dales ...
Added: 28/03/2013
 
Anglesey Outdoor Centre, Anglesey
Due to cancellations we now have availability for Easter - there’s no snow here, the sun is lovely and the views are stunning. Anglesey is beautiful and within reach for many of you - dont write off your Easter break, it would be great to see you.
Added: 27/03/2013
 
Bala Backpackers, Gwynedd
BALA is great! To celebrate our TENTH Summer; No Price Rise in 2013! BALA-Backpackers For Big Green Hills, Blue water Lakes, Rivers and Sea, Forests Green and Fields teeming with Wildlife, 200-year-old Stone towns, local eating and Sports to gaze
Added: 26/03/2013
 
Thorney How Independent Hostel, Cumbria
Our 2 new electric bikes have arrived for the 2013 season. Bookable from this Easter weekend. £25 for full days hire. Helmets, maps and chargers provided. Plus emergency pick up cover.
Added: 25/03/2013
 
Hebden Bridge Hostel, Yorkshire
Now on Twitter: @mamaweirdigan. News & views from the Calder Valley.
Added: 20/03/2013
 
Caban Cysgu Gerlan Bunkhouse, Gwynedd
We can now offer mountain bike hire to our guests. Please asak for details with your enquiry.
Added: 14/03/2013
 
Hebden Bridge Hostel, Yorkshire
We now have free wifi!
Added: 08/03/2013
 
Skiddaw House, Cumbria
Skiddaw House reopened with a bang on Friday the 1st of March, with one group on the Friday and another group on the Saturday. Plenty of availability for the rest of March, get yourself over here !
Added: 06/03/2013
 
Thorney How Independent Hostel, Cumbria
Introducing Grasmere Bunkhouse - a 16 bed space bunkhouse, 4 rooms and 3 unisex showers, brand new biomass heating system - see our build progress http://www.thorneyhow.co.uk/blog/post.php?s=2013-03-04-update-on-build-progress-mar-02
Added: 06/03/2013
 
Mid Wales Bunkhouse, Powys
Don’t forget we offer evening meals, breakfast and even packed lunches. Just call us by 1600 hrs to let us know, especially if you are a larger group or have special requirements.
Added: 04/03/2013
 
Stour Valley Bunkhouse, Suffolk
As well as an amazing range of birds on the Stour Estuary just 5 minutes away, we also have a barn owl that can be seen hunting on the field beside the bunkhouse from teatime most days - wonderful birdlife almost on the doorstep!
Added: 21/02/2013
 
Deepdale Granary Group Hostel, Norfolk
DEEPDALE CHRISTMAS MARKET - Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th December - Festive weekend celebrating Christmas. Stock up on presents & decorations, enjoy plenty of festive cheer including great food & drink! ... http://www.deepdalechristmasmarket.co.uk
Added: 15/02/2013
 
Deepdale Backpackers, Norfolk
DEEPDALE CHRISTMAS MARKET - Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th December - Festive weekend celebrating Christmas. Stock up on presents & decorations, enjoy plenty of festive cheer including great food & drink! ... http://www.deepdalechristmasmarket.co.uk
Added: 15/02/2013
 
Naburn Station, Yorkshire
new addition -large rustic self catering flat now available through the year. Sleeps up to 6. log fire, wifi, pets welcome. Local village pub directly on the cycle track and trans pennine trail. pirices vary depending on season and length of stay
Added: 18/12/2012
 
Kirkby Stephen Hostel, Cumbria
Christmas breaks at Kirkby Stephen Hostel, come and stay to enjoy good food and beautiful country side
Added: 06/12/2012
 
Craggan Outdoors Bunkhouse & Bothy, Inverness-shire
Craggan Outdoors recognised as Highlands & Islands Best Visitor Attraction at the Highlands & Islands Tourism Awards (HITAs) .
Added: 09/10/2012
 
Bala Backpackers, Gwynedd
With 40 Single Bed places at Bala Backpackers, you can now enjoy a mix of: New Wash Room, New Quad Bedrooms, Bigger Kitchen, Better Dining, Private Twins with Tea Deck! If you’ve never tried Hostelling before, I know you’ll be pleasantly surprised!
Added: 26/01/2011
 
 
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