YHA Alston


The Firs
Alston
Cumbria
England
CA9 3RW
United Kingdom.


YHA Alston is a warm and welcoming hostel located in the small town of Alston, nestled in the North Pennines, England. This traditional, stone-built hostel offers a range of accommodation options, including private rooms and shared dormitories, making it an ideal choice for solo travellers, families, and groups. With a self-catering kitchen, a comfortable lounge, and a games room, YHA Alston provides a homely base for those seeking to explore the beauty and tranquility of England's rural landscapes.


The hostel's fantastic location in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers guests a plethora of outdoor activities and local attractions. With its network of footpaths and cycling routes, the surrounding area is a haven for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers. A short walk from the hostel, guests can explore the town of Alston, reputedly the highest market town in England, with its cobbled streets, quaint shops, and traditional pubs. Nearby, the South Tynedale Railway, the highest narrow gauge railway in England, offers a scenic journey through the beautiful South Tyne Valley. Further afield, the historic Hadrian's Wall and the bustling cities of Newcastle and Carlisle are within driving distance. For those interested in the local history, the Nenthead Mines, an important part of the North Pennines' mining heritage, are a must-visit. With its cosy atmosphere and fantastic location, YHA Alston offers an ideal base for a memorable rural adventure.

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This property is at an elevation of approximately 930 feet / 283.5 metres above sea level.

Main Towns Near this YHA hostel Direct Line of Sight Distance.
Penrith 15.9m - Hexham 17.3m - Carlisle 20.8m - Kirkby Stephen 23.4m
Small Towns & vllages Nearby Direct Line of Sight Distance

Facilities at the YHA Hostel
Shower or Bath
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
WiFi - Internet Access
. Self-catering facilities
. Private rooms
. Cycle store
. Drying Room
YHA Alston

Whats near this YHA Hostel ?
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Walking Country
Cycling Country
. shops


 



YHA Hotel Travel & Directions Hub.
Distances are direct straight line in miles
...International Airports
Newcastle Airport
Woolsington Tyne and Wear
NE13 8BZ
33.0 miles
Teesside International Airport
Darlington County Durham
DL2 1LU
45.3 miles

... Local Airports
Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
17.2 miles
Eshott Airfield
Bockenfield Northumberland
NE65 9QJ
43.1 miles

... Motorways
M6 Junction 41
Wigton
16.0 miles
M6 Junction 40
Penrith, Keswick
16.6 miles
M6 Junction 42
Carlisle
17.7 miles

... Railway Stations
Haydon Bridge
station code = HDB
NE47 6LN
7.4 miles
Haltwhistle
station code = HWH
NE49 9HN
11.1 miles

... Ferry Ports
Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal sailing to ->
Ijmuiden (Netherlands)
Address:
Royal Quays, North Shields
Tyne and Wear
NE29 6EE
41.4 miles
South Shields Ferry Terminal sailing to ->
North Shields Ferry Terminal
Address:
Ferry St, South Shields
Tyne and Wear
NE33 1JR
41.8 miles

Attractions & places to see near this YHA hostel.
Walking time = Within walking distance OS UK Grid ef = National Grid Reference OS UK Grid ref = What 3 Words.

Museum
The Hub-Heritage Museum - CA9 3HN
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OS UK Grid Ref NY 71708 46777
What 3 Words = coiling.amplifier.milkman
A museum that contains many exhibits related to transport
0.4m / 0.6km - - 6min

Museum
The Museum Of Classic Sci-fi - NE47 9BJ
What 3 Words = began.scornful.rural
9.6m / 15.4km -

Railways
South Tynedale Railway - CA9 3JB
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OS UK Grid Ref NY 71666 46812
What 3 Words = daydreams.wider.attaching
A heritage narrow guage steam railway nearly 5 miles running though part of the North Pennines AONB to Haltwhistle
0.4m / 0.6km - - 7min

Fishing
Blencarn Lake - CA10 1TX
Stay near here.
OS UK Grid Ref NY 63950 31668
What 3 Words = gravitate.strain.recruited
Blencarn Lake is a small lake located near the village of Blencarn in Cumbria, England. It is popular for fishing and offers a peaceful setting for a relaxing day out in nature.
10.2m / 16.4km -

Golf
Alston Moor Golf Club - CA9 3BD
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OS UK Grid Ref NY 70853 47178
What 3 Words = grumbles.lunge.trailers
An 18 hole course and the highest in England at 1476 feet with lovely views and set within the North Pennines AONB
0.9m / 1.4km - - 13min

Heritage
Long Meg Stone Circle - CA10 1NW
Stay near here.
OS UK Grid Ref NY 57114 37213
What 3 Words = impressed.decorator.soccer
Also called Long Meg and her Daughters, a Bronze Age stone circle. a single large stone is referred to as Long Meg with the daughters making up an oval circle
10.6m / 17.1km -

Lake
Burnhope Reservoir - DL13 1DJ
Hotels near here.
OS UK Grid Ref NY 84536 39204
What 3 Words = yummy.scrum.bucked
9m / 14.5km -

Museum
Weardale Museum And High House Chapel - DL13 1HD
Stay near here.
OS UK Grid Ref NY 87246 38561
What 3 Words = calendars.notebook.husband
10.7m / 17.2km -

Museum
The Museum Of Classic Sci-fi - NE47 9BJ
What 3 Words = began.scornful.rural
9.6m / 15.4km -

Exhibition
Little Salkeld Watermill - CA10 1NN
Stay near here.
OS UK Grid Ref NY 56640 36207
What 3 Words = telephone.spite.bunkers
A working flour mill, with guided tours and with tea rooms using locally produced flour and milling courses available
11.2m / 18km -

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Frequently Asked Questions.
Yes this YHA Hostel lies within or on the border of the North Pennines AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty)
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