Biker Friendly Group Accommodation in Cumbria - Lake District

Built in the 17th c and set on the edge of the Lakes, in some of the most beautiful landscape in Britain, here you can enjoy the hospitality of a traditional Lakeland pub, with fine food, good beer, cosy surroundings and even a few ghost stories. Purpose built in 2005, The Duddon Sands Hostel is adjacent to the pub and provides 16 comfortable hand made solid wood beds (with bedding), in 3 separate dorms, hot showers, kitchen/diner, sitting area with views over the estuary and outdoor area with bbq. Ideally situated for visiting a wide range of tourist attractions such as Muncaster Castle, South Lakes Wild Animal Park, beautiful sandy beaches at Silecroft, Haverigg and Roanhead and the villages and towns of the lake district; Kendal, Keswick, Windermere and Ulverston which has a museum dedicated to local celebrities Laurel and Hardy. For the more energetic there are numerous outdoor activities including climbing, parachuting, fell walking, fishing and horse riding. Phew... after all that you can enjoy a well deserved pint, in the beer garden and a hearty evening meal. A previous guest said " The hostel was immaculately clean and more than comfortable. The landlord of the pub and hostel couldn't do enough to make our stay special, he organised karaoke and a local band to play which was fabulous." Rates from £13 pp/pn and group booking discount for the whole hostel. Drying room, washing facilities, lockable storage shed and large car park.

Situated in the secluded Rusland Valley, between Lake Windermere and Coniston, within walking distance of Grizedale Forest and with the Lakeland fells and lake shores just a few minutes away. Built in 1725 by members of the Religious Society of Friends (known as Quakers) and has 12 acres of mature mixed woodland which visitors are welcome to explore. Providing simple and comfortable hostel-style accommodation for up to 20 people, with 3 sleeping areas. Facilities include showers, toilets, large open plan common room, well equipped kitchen, dining area, wood-burning stove, bonfire site and bbq. The Centre does not have a tv, radio or internet... in keeping with the 'away from it all' peace and simplicity of Rookhow! Local attractions include Hay Bridge Nature Reserve, Windermere Lake Steamers, Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, Lakeland Motor Museum, Swarthmoor Hall and the seaside town of Grange-over-Sands. Rates pppn or can be booked for sole use. Camping is also permitted by arrangement for larger groups. Private parking.