YHA Ravenstor

In a world of increasing price and decreasing trust - the openness of the YHA brand and its value is staggering. I’m very much middle aged now and feel just as welcome in a YHA that I did as a school kid. Until next time, hopefully this side of me hitting 50…

My son and I had a night away just the two of us for some quality time together. It was just what we needed. Amazing location, excellent friendly staff, spacious room that was nice and warm when we arrived. We enjoyed a lovely little evening walk from the hostel, the suggested routes in the lobby were perfect and we followed one and loved it. Bike storage was useful, and perfectly located for as ride along the Monsal Trail the following day ☺️ will be back with the rest of the family soon!

A lovely old building in good repair and situated in a beautiful part of the Peak District. Monsal Trail and other walks within very easy reach, wonderful river walk just 5 minutes away at the lower end of the property through the wood. As with most old buildings, there's little sound insulation but, even with a party of kids staying, it wasn't as bad as some YHA hostels that I've stayed at. Ensuite room for one was adequate, shower pressure was ok and the room was clean and tidy. Staff were friendly and helpful, lots of leaflets around to read. I never eat YHA food, it's generally over-expensive for what it is (Chester Trafford being the exception, they were very good). Beltonville Farm shop and campsite was only a five minute walk away, open from 0900 to 1700 most days, later at weekends. Food there was very fresh and very tasty. Public transport was ok, one slow bus into Buxton early in the morning (65A) on weekdays and then faster but infrequest buses (65) in the weekday; Saturday and Sunday buses were about 0830/0840. Always check with Google Maps. Connection times for onward travel by bus varied from 50 minutes at Blackwell Turn for Bakewell and beyond, 5 minutes towards Tideswell and Sheffield. I largely found it easier to go straight into Buxton on the early bus, have a breakfast or breakfast bap and then jump a further bus at about 0920/0930. If you want to visit Chatsworth House, there's one direct bus on Sunday (about 1130) from Buxton and then one coming back (after 1500). Only one real issue during the stay: whoever brought in the yappy dog that barked CONSTANTLY from 0730 to almost 0900 on the Monday, leave it at home in future.

This is a great place. Facilities were spot on for what we needed - could choose to self cater or have them provide all meals, or mix and match. The location is super with great views and multiple walks without the need for driving. We look forward to a return visit.

A secluded hostel set in beautiful Miller's Dale. Good facilities, characterful rooms and friendly staff. Lots of lovely walks directly from the hostel. It is also possible to travel here on public transport.

The hostel is in a lovely, quiet, wooded location, is staffed by a friendly team and provides wholesome and good value meals. Plenty of space in our private room and very close to bathroom facilities.