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This hostel is housed in a former Methodist church, which brings unique character to the property. Rooms range from private options to dormitory-style lodging, making it suitable for solo travellers, couples, or larger groups. Each room comes with comfortable beds, while shared amenities include a fully-equipped self-catering kitchen, a cosy lounge area, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel. The spacious dining area doubles as a communal space where guests can socialise and share their travel experiences.
The hostel's prime location in Kirkby Stephen makes it a perfect base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District National Park, and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Visitors can enjoy an array of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. Additionally, Kirkby Stephen itself offers a variety of shops, cafes, and pubs for guests to explore. Kirkby Stephen Hostel offers a relaxed, friendly environment to rest and rejuvenate after a day of adventuring in the stunning landscapes of Cumbria.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 579 feet / 176.4 metres above sea level
Facilities at the accommodation
Shower or Bath
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Meeting Rooms
Shower or Bath
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Meeting Rooms
Facilities Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
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International Airports
Local Airports
Carlisle Lake District Airport Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
37.3 miles Barrow/Walney Island Airport
Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
43.9 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 38 Kendal, Brough, Appleby
10.2 miles M6 Junction 39
Keld
12.3 miles M6 Junction 37
Kendal, Sedbergh
14.7 miles
Railway Stations
Kirkby Stephen station code = KSW
CA17 4LF
1.4 miles Appleby
station code = APP
CA16 6TT
9.3 miles
Ferry Ports
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Brough Castle -
CA17 4EJ
NY 78961 14065
= traded.grasp.state Hotels nearby.
3.6m / 5.8km - 54 minutes walk
CA17 4EJ
NY 78961 14065
= traded.grasp.state Hotels nearby.
Cared for by English Heritage
3.6m / 5.8km -
Appleby Golf Club -
CA16 6LP
NY 72210 19443
= vase.superbly.inch Hotels nearby.
CA16 6LP
NY 72210 19443
= vase.superbly.inch Hotels nearby.
An 18 hole course set in open moorland, gently rolling landscale with views of distant fells. Includes a clubhouse serving drinks and food and visitors are welcome
7.5m / 12.1km
Pendragon Castle -
CA17 4JT
NY 78186 02694
= duke.countries.cultivation Hotels nearby. 55 minutes walk
CA17 4JT
NY 78186 02694
= duke.countries.cultivation Hotels nearby.
A ruined castle in Cumbria, England, said to be associated with the legend of King Arthur. It is located near the town of Kirkby Stephen and offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside. The castle is open to the public and accessible by footpath.
3.7m / 6km -
Wain Wath Force -
DL11 6DZ
NY 88407 01565
= outer.transmits.saga Hotels nearby.
DL11 6DZ
NY 88407 01565
= outer.transmits.saga Hotels nearby.
A waterfalls with a small vertical drop river Swale in Swaledale visible from the B6270. Impressive in winter and good in summer with shallow pools for children
8m / 12.9km
Wild Boar Fell -
CA17 4JX
SD 75804 98840
= amused.sensible.equipping Hotels nearby.
6.1m / 9.8km -
CA17 4JX
SD 75804 98840
= amused.sensible.equipping Hotels nearby.
This fell, is a hill in the north of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in the county of Cumbria, England. It stands at a height of 708 metres and offers views of the surrounding fells and the Eden Valley.
Elevation = 708 Meters / 2322.8 Feet6.1m / 9.8km -
Currack Force -
DL11 6DZ
NY 88747 01652
= students.vaccines.unpainted Hotels nearby.
DL11 6DZ
NY 88747 01652
= students.vaccines.unpainted Hotels nearby.
A waterfall on Stonesdale Beck just before it joins the River Swale (Swaledale) with a near vertical drop into a large pool - worth the walk to see it
8.2m / 13.2km
Aisgill Force -
CA17 4JY
SD 77424 96889
= defensive.overlaid.cactus Hotels nearby.
CA17 4JY
SD 77424 96889
= defensive.overlaid.cactus Hotels nearby.
A waterfall on the River Eden with a drop of nearly 10 metres and a good volume of water tumbling down.
7.2m / 11.6km -
Kisdon Force -
DL11 6LJ
NY 89633 01045
= threading.region.handover Hotels nearby.
DL11 6LJ
NY 89633 01045
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A series of 2 waterfalls with a drop of 35 feet on the river Swale in Swaledale. Most impressive after rain with two vertical drops.
8.8m / 14.2km
Rutter Force -
CA16 6ES
NY 68200 15815
= backdrop.vibrating.scores Hotels nearby.
CA16 6ES
NY 68200 15815
= backdrop.vibrating.scores Hotels nearby.
A lovely sight, with a waterfall next to an old mill on Hoff Beck (River)
7.3m / 11.7km -
Cautley Spout -
LA10 5NE
SD 68056 97701
= careless.repayment.notifying Hotels nearby.
LA10 5NE
SD 68056 97701
= careless.repayment.notifying Hotels nearby.
Cautley Spout near Low Haygarth is the highest waterfall in the Yorkshire Dales, with a drop of approximately 200 meters. The waterfall can be seen from a path that runs along its base, and there are several walking routes in the area that offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
8.9m / 14.3km View more hotels nearby with distances
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Pennine Hotel - Kirkby Stephen - 0.11
Bollam Cottage Bed and Breakfast - Kirkby Stephen - 0.30
The Black Bull at Nateby - Kirkby Stephen - 1.11
The Inn At Brough - Kirkby Stephen - 3.98
Elysian Fields at Ing Hill Lodge - Outhgill - 4.05
Kings Head - Riverside Ravenstonedale - Kirkby Stephen - 4.13
The Black Swan - Kirkby Stephen - 4.25
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