DATE: 25-27 July 2025
DURATION: 2 nights/3 days
LOCATION: Peak District
ACCOMMODATION: YHA Edale
TRIP STYLE: Essentials
ABILITY: Challenging
PRICE: £350pp
*From 2025, we have a new rating attached to all our trips,. You can read more about our three trip styles here.
Join us for an unforgettable weekend adventure in the Peak District
Escape the hustle and recharge with our weekend retreat at YHA Edale. Immerse yourself in breath-taking landscapes and meaningful connections. Your journey includes accommodations with one of essentials range partners, hearty meals, and a series of empowering experiences.
Start your Saturday with a full-day guided hike to Kinder Scout, and then unwind with a private Flow and Restore yoga session, followed by calming meditation led by our expert practitioner.
Then on Sunday enjoy a tranquil walk along the Hathersage Circular including the famous Hathersage Stepping Stones heading into Hathersage for a swim and lunch. Don’t miss this perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and rejuvenation!
WHAT’S INCLUDED
✓ 2 x nights accommodation at YHA Edale
✓ 2 x breakfasts, 1 x lunch, 2 x dinners
✓ Welcome and introduction with your OAG host
✓ Full day guided hike up to Kinder Scout and Jacobs Ladder
✓ Private Flow and Restore yoga session
✓ Guided morning hike at Hathersage Stepping Stones
✓ Group visit to Hathersage Swimming Pool for a dip
✓ Lunch in Hathersage to end our weekend together
✓ Evening quiz night with the group
✓ OAG host available throughout the trip
✓ WhatsApp group to connect with other guests
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
✕ Travel to and from the venue
✕ Travel insurance for the trip
✕ Any additional meals or drinks not stated above (note: Saturday lunch is not included as we will be out – please bring a packed lunch with you, and you can store it in the fridges overnight)
Accommodation
Our accommodation for the weekend is the stunning YHA Edale, a fully refurbished gothic mansion, set within 27 acres of parkland and offering stunning views across its picturesque surroundings.
Nestled in the heart of the Peak District, Edale is a picturesque village and the gateway to some of the UK’s most stunning hiking trails. Best known as the starting point of the Pennine Way, it offers breath taking landscapes, rolling hills, and rugged moorland that make it a dream destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Our accommodation for the trip will be in 4-bed and 6-bed dorms, exclusive to our group. If you’re booking with a friend let us know and we’ll make sure you get a room together.
NOTE: There is car parking at this hostel, but it is limited and there may be other guests parking at the hostel too.
Food
Our meals for the weekend will be prepared on-site at YHA, for breakfast and dinner. Saturday lunch is not included, as we will be out. Please do bring something to eat for Saturday lunch, this could be a sandwich or you can make up lunch in the self-catered kitchen when we get back. Sunday we will go out for the lunch after swimming.
Itinerary
*Please note this itinerary is subject to change, and is weather dependent.
Friday
- Check in to YHA Edale and meet your room mates
- Welcome and introduction with your OAG host
- Empowerment session with your OAG host
- Dinner at YHA
Saturday
- Breakfast at YHA
- Full day guided group hike up to Kinder Scout with trained Hill and Moorland leader
- Back to YHA to warm up and wind down
- Private Flow and Restore yoga session (outside)
- Evening quiz night with the group
- Free time to relax or games night
Sunday
- Breakfast at YHA
- Check out
- Guided morning hike at Hathersage Stepping Stones
- Group visit to Hathersage Swimming Pool for a dip
- Lunch in Hathersage to end our weekend together
- Free time to explore the village of Hathersage
Getting here
The venue for our weekend is in the middle of the Peak District, just outside the village of Edale around 25 minutes from Sheffield. The nearest station is Hope Valley, or Sheffield. You can coordinate car-sharing in the trip WhatsApp group.
Closest train station
Hope Valley, Sheffield, Chesterfield
Address
Nether Booth, Edale, Hope Valley S33 7ZH
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I can’t wait to host you on another OAG big weekend!
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FAQs
What kit do I need?
- Hiking/outdoor clothing including trail running shoes or hiking boots
- A towel and any cosmetics and toiletries
- Waterproof jacket, plus hat
- Fleece or warm jumper
- Small daypack for hiking and/or when out and about
- Water bottle and snacks
INSURANCE
It is the attendee’s responsibility to have the appropriate travel insurance for this trip.
You can see the terms and conditions via the above link.
Still have questions? Drop us a message on Instagram.
