"Excellent drying room and manager and staff were friendly, kind and efficient."
Rose from United Kingdom
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"Hot showers, excellent drying room."
Barbara from United Kingdom
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"This is a key coast to coast location, and prices means it is possible to keep a reasonable C2C budget."
Shaun from United Kingdom
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"Beautiful building with large communal area."
Astrid from United Kingdom
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"The beds were very comfortable. They were a full size and had decent bedding."
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Hostel in a former Methodist church in Kirkby Stephen
Historic Setting
Kirkby Stephen Hostel operates from a former Methodist church building, with original pews still in the dining area. The property offers a lounge, shared kitchen, family rooms, and meeting rooms within the historic structure. This independent hostel provides a base for Coast to Coast walkers and cyclists.
Amenities
The hostel has free WiFi, a shared lounge with TV area, and a shared kitchen equipped with cookware. Bicycle rental is available on site, and the hostel offers a drying room for wet gear. Other amenities include board games, puzzles, table tennis, and luggage storage.
Accommodations
Rooms include private twin rooms, female and male dormitories, family rooms, and budget triple rooms with ensuite. All rooms have private bathrooms, showers, carpeted floors, and wardrobes. The hostel provides heating, non-smoking rooms throughout, and family rooms with extra space.
Local Attractions
The hostel is located 7 km from Brough Castle and 37 km from Askham Hall. Appleby Golf Club is 16 km away, and Cautley Spout Waterfall is 15 km from the property. Teesside International Airport is 73 km away, with the town centre offering shops and bakeries.
Activities & Dining
The hostel offers packed lunches for guests and has a designated smoking area outside. Pub crawls can be arranged in the town, and the communal area hosts guests sharing stories. The golf course across the area provides additional recreation, and the hostel is close to hiking and cycling routes.
Highlights
Location: 7 km from Brough Castle, on Coast to Coast path
Rooms: Private twin rooms and family ensuite options
Amenities: Free WiFi, bike hire, drying room, shared kitchen
Activities: Table tennis, board games, pub crawls
Dining: Packed lunches available
Must-do experiences
Hike the stunning Nine Standards Rigg for breathtaking views.
Sample the local delicacy, Kirkby Stephen pie, at the local bakery.
Visit the Kirkby Stephen East railway station for scenic rides.
Explore the fascinating history at the Kirkby Stephen Museum.
Stroll through the market on Saturday for unique local crafts.
Choose your room category
Kirkby Stephen Hostel offers double, family, and suite rooms throughout the Lake District, all including breakfast, free cancellation, and seasonal deals
Bunk Bed Female Dormitory Room
2 persons
8 m²
1 Single bed
Heating
Shower
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Bunk Bed Male Dormitory Room
2 persons
10 m²
1 Single bed
Heating
Shower
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Six bedded room en suite
2 persons
24 m²
3 Bunk beds
Heating
Shower
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Amenities
Kirkby Stephen Hostel provides amenities designed for a relaxing stay and memorable moments
Facilities: Great
8.2/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Sports & Fitness
Hiking
Golf course
Table tennis
Dining
Packed lunches
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
Board games
Spa & Leisure
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Self-catering
Shared kitchen
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Where to Find Kirkby Stephen Hostel
Fletcher Hill, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4QQ,
Map view
City landmarks
Landmark
Cragland Castle
1 km
Landmark
Sunsoar Paragliding Ltd - Day Courses
1.34 km
Landmark
Wharton Hall
2.36 km
Landmark
Winton Park
2.45 km
Landmark
castle
2.58 km
Landmark
quarries
2.79 km
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Lammerside Castle
3.72 km
Landmark
Soulby Methodist Chapel
3.65 km
Landmark
Old St Lukes Church
3.74 km
Landmark
Brough Castle
5.84 km
Landmark
Brough Castle Ice Cream Parlour
4.97 km
Landmark
St Andrew's Church
4.67 km
Landmark
tip
4.71 km
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Hartley Castle
7.88 km
Bridge
Franks Bridge
7.57 km
Landmark
Kirkby Stephen Parish Church
7.5 km
Landmark
Temperance Hall Museum of Costume and Tea Room
8.36 km
Landmark
T'aint Modern
7.39 km
Landmark
Lesley Rowe
7.48 km
Night club
The Acoustic Tearoom
7.55 km
Landmark
Upper Eden Baptist Church
7.81 km
Landmark
Methodist Chapel
7.84 km
Park
Stenkrith Park
8.94 km
Amusement Park
Platform 3 Play
9.14 km
Landmark
Eden Fitness Suite and Spa
8.54 km
Nearby
Nateby Inn
140 m
The Eden Emporium
340 m
Halls Newsagents & Gift Shop
400 m
The White Lion
430 m
The Sandra Parker Studio
480 m
Restaurants
The Pink Geranium Cafe
7.54 km
40 Market Street
Costa Coffee
7.53 km
51/34 Market Street
The Old Bank Tearooms
7.49 km
23 Market Square
The Bothy Cumbria Ltd
7.45 km
18-20 Market Street
Explore Kirkby Stephen
Explore Kirkby Stephen
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Cragland Castle
13 minutes' walk
Medieval castle ruins offering panoramic views and historical significance. Ideal for history enthusiasts.
Sunsoar Paragliding Ltd - Day Courses
17 minutes' walk
Exciting paragliding courses for all levels. Perfect for thrill-seekers wanting to soar above the stunning landscape.