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150 hostels | 45 campsites | one aim: to make adventure available to all. We are YHA. Because where you go changes who you become. #LiveMoreYHA
England & Wales
Joined October 2010
We can’t afford to weaken National Park protections ⚠️ But there are rumours that some in Westminster want to remove the Protected Landscapes duty, the only real power to secure action for nature We can't let 30 years of campaigning go down the drain https://t.co/O3XJhPO6Xt
cnp.org.uk
We were successful in strengthening the law to mandate public bodies in England to take action for National Parks and Landscapes. Now we must defend it.
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Dear @Keir_Starmer: Act now to unlock access to nature for every young person. The benefits are proven — confidence, resilience, wellbeing. But access is privileged. We urge Government to guarantee outdoor learning residentials for all. Our letter: https://t.co/bJ4ycHAwwM
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Our Devon Retreat is BACK!! 3 days of adventure, community & reflection. Find out more and book now: https://t.co/xzHOdnCYlP
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Learn why these women are choosing Waymo over traditional ride-hailing services and say they feel much safer.
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As the National Youth Strategy takes shape, outdoor learning must be at its heart — not an afterthought. Every child deserves access to nature-rich residential experiences — not just the fortunate few. 🌱
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“This government must learn from its Adventures Away from Home fund and its recently closed National Citizen Service and #GenerationGreen programmes that residentials in nature-rich settings, are cost-effective and impactful ways to build confidence, connection and belonging.”
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Healthcare should be DEFLATIONARY! An individual with CrowdHealth paid ~$155 in October of '24. An individual with CrowdHealth paid ~$140 in October of '25. 10% REDUCTION in healthcare costs. Fund humans, not health insurance.
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Research shows that outdoor residentials build: Wellbeing✔️ Confidence✔️ Resilience✔️ Social development✔️ Especially for those from disadvantaged communities.
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“But while new investment in youth services is encouraging, there is not yet enough earmarked for getting young people active outdoors.”
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“This funding package is a welcome and timely recognition of the urgent need to re-connect young people with their communities and support their development outside the classroom."
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The Government’s £88m investment in youth services is welcome — but it doesn’t go far enough to improve access to outdoor experiences that transform young people’s lives. 🌿 Chief Executlive @JamesBlakeYHA responds to today’s announcement: 🧵👇
We’re backing young people £88 million to expand and improve youth services across the country, helping deliver better access to safe spaces, support networks, and skills-building opportunities for young people - wherever they live More info ⬇️ https://t.co/M8ks0SquK0
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"My God, how I love youth hostels." - us too! Read this to find out why they're such fun. https://t.co/vAsRxPqJoB
theguardian.com
Forget luxury escapes: it’s more fun to share time and space with people of all ages and from all walks of life, says journalist and author Nell Frizzell
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Have a listen to this great podcast episode about the joys of hostelling, in which Aaron, our manager at @YHABorrowdale talks all about life running a brilliant youth hostel in the Lake District🏞️🥾💚
New for Friday! CS#149 Hostelling in the Lakes. Lovely round-table chat with Aaron from @YHAOfficial Borrowdale, and Christine and Charlie from Elterwater Hostel. Among many topics, we chat history, friendships, great hostels... and sticky toffee pudding. https://t.co/LE3vOBw1aP
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We welcome the decision to exempt children staying in hostels, campsites and outdoor centres in Wales from the proposed visitor levy. But we regret it being hiked for adults. Everyone needs to have access to adventure for the 1st time and a lifetime ⛺🏞️👣 https://t.co/zPCITjslWG
bbc.co.uk
Children staying in hostels, campsites or outdoor centres to be exempt from proposed tourism tax.
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I love this article about @YHAOfficial hostels - really brings alive the social opportunities, the diversity of guests and activities, and just the joys of hostelling in the UK: https://t.co/OsWw2hUA3M
mirror.co.uk
There are more than 150 Youth Hostel Association hostels across England and Wales providing cheap bed and board to many, but the organisation is facing a huge challenge
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🦸♀️Confidence 👫Connection 🏞️ Belonging YHA builds these at our brilliant hostels to support people’s well-being throughout life. Adventure for the first time, and a lifetime. Join us! #oiaconf2025
I’m at the Outdoor Industries Association conference where @JamesBlakeYHA is speaking about how @YHAOfficial has made it through recent challenges to focus with new energy on its mission to foster confidence, connection and belonging in the outdoors. #oiaconf2025 @OIA
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Today is Young Carers Action Day! The theme this year: Give us a break. 11 young carers went away on a residential with our team recently, supported by @YHAOfficial. Partnerships like this help ensure young carers get access to breaks. This poster says it all... #YCAD25
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@timfarron Such an important issue - and our members, like @YHAOfficial are key to deliver this and provide access to countryside, nature and outdoor activities
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We champion the right of every child to an outdoor residential. The chance to connect to nature, access adventure and try new activities brings a unique dimension to learning — helping children grow and develop essential skills for school and life.
Outdoor education can provide incredible experiences for young people - helping to boost their confidence, build mental resilience and create memories and friendships which last a lifetime. I've presented a bill to Parliament calling for every child to be given this opportunity.
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