Hostels · North West England
YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse
In or near Threlkeld.
YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse — a hostel in scotland lowlands.
Adrian Taylor — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry Station · 6.1 km
- Free entry
About
YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse is a hostel located in scotland lowlands. Brand: YHA. Phone: +44 345 260 2908. Address: Bassenthwaite, CA12 4QX.
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Official information
YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse is a remote hostel located at 470m on the northern slopes of Skiddaw, making it one of the highest hostels in the UK. It offers simple and comfortable accommodation for those looking to escape into nature, with access to hiking and mountain biking trails. The hostel is off-grid, providing a unique experience without mains electricity or internet.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Skiddaw Group SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse is a hostel located in the Scottish Lowlands, postcode CA12. It offers budget accommodation for visitors exploring the surrounding area. The hostel is well-suited for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, providing a practical base for activities in the nearby hills and countryside. Guests can expect basic amenities and a communal atmosphere typical of youth hostels.
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- Coordinates
- 54.6521, -3.1061
- Postcode
- CA12 4QX
- Phone
- +44 345 260 2908
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry Station — 6.1 km
- Official site
- www.yha.org.uk
Sources
- osm: w1115952842 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse?
- YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA12 4QX).
- What is YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse?
- YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse — a hostel in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry Station, about 6.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA12 4QX.
- Is YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse a protected site?
- Yes — YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse is part of the Skiddaw Group SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to YHA Skiddaw Bunkhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry Station, about 6.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA12 4QX.