YHA Eskdale

YHA Eskdale YHA Eskdale

Nestling among the fells and set in its own extensive grounds, this purpose-built, child-friendly centre is a good base for those seeking to explore a quieter corner of the Lake District.

There are walking routes suitable for all abilities including an idyllic trail along the River Esk. Visit Upper Eskdale, home to Hardknott Roman Fort and Muncaster Castle. If you want to arrive in style, book a ticket on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Miniature Gauge Steam Railway.

General information

  • 49 beds, in rooms of 2, 6 and 8 beds.

  • Meals available: breakfast, picnic lunch and evening meal
Services and facilities
  • Free planning visit
  • 1:10 free leader places
  • Fully risk assessed activities and accommodation
  • Take a thirty minute walk around the hostel Nature Trail encountering different habitats and wildlife.
  • Use the hostel orienteering course to find a mystery word.
  • Enjoy Environmental games on the hostel lawn using the hostel green games pack. Mattress game and parachute game also available.
  • We can make reservations for attractions on your behalf
  • All day access to facilities (including tea and coffee making facilities)
  • Equipped study room
  • Drying room with laundry facilities
  • Quiet lounge for your group leaders
  • Large enclosed grounds with large lawn
Meals

We are passionate about the meals we produce and that's why all our food is prepared using fresh, seasonal ingredients, sourced locally where available, prepared and cooked to order. We offer flexible meal times to fit in with your itinerary and with prior notice, we are happy to cater for any special dietary requests.

Mountain environment discovery and exploration

from £75

Subjects: Geography
Course Levels: Key Stage 2

3 days (2 nights) all-inclusive

Run in conjunction with the Lake District National Park. Led by specialist teachers with experience and knowledge of the curriculum and the outdoors.

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Adventure through time and nature

from £59

Subjects: Cross Curricular
Course Levels: Key Stage 2

3 days (2 nights) full board

This residential package is an opportunity for pupils to investigate science, nature and history.

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Green Shoots - Go green!

from £44

Subjects: Science, Environmental Studies
Course Levels: Key Stage 3

3 days (2 nights) all-inclusive

YHA's own Government-backed environmental education scheme, Green Shoots provides seven environmental activity modules.

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