DATE: 5-7 June 2026
LOCATION: Yorkshire Dales
ACCOMMODATION: Kettlewell Hostel
TRIP RATING: Comfort
ABILITY: Level 2 (moderate)
PRICE: £375pp
Join us for a two-night, three-day Yorkshire Dales Escape designed for fresh air, connection and simple adventure.
On Friday, we’ll settle in with a relaxed group dinner, followed by a fun quiz and icebreakers to help everyone feel at ease. Saturday takes us into the countryside for a scenic hike to Janet’s Foss and Malham Cove, with the chance for a refreshing wild dip at the waterfall for those who fancy it, before we wind down with a creative Paint & Sip or craft session back at our accommodation. On Sunday, we’ll head out for a morning hike up Buckden Pike, before coming together for a group lunch, rounding off a weekend of nature, movement and good company.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
✓ 2 x nights in the multi-award winning Kettlewell Hostel
✓ 2 x breakfasts, 1 x lunch and 2 x dinners
✓ Welcome circle with your OAG host and fellow guests
✓ A guided group circular hike to Malham Cove and Gordale Scar
✓ Fully-qualifed and insured Hill Leaders (with outdoor first aid)
✓ A refreshing dip in Janets Foss to cool down!
✓ Enjoy a relaxing afternoon paint and sip
✓ Sunday morning hike to the stunning Buckden Pike
✓ Sunday lunch together
✓ 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: lunch on Saturday is not included – please bring a packed lunch with you , which can be stored it in the fridges overnight)
Itinerary
*Please note this itinerary is subject to change, and is weather dependent.
Friday
- Check in to our accommodation and meet your room mates
- Introduction with the group and welcome
- Dinner
Saturday
- Breakfast
- Guided group circular hike to Malham Cove and Gordale Scar
- Swim in Janets Foss (optional)
- Lunch (BYO)
- Paint and Sip (all supplies provided)
- Free time to relax or connect with each other
- Dinner
- Quiz night (winner takes all!)
Sunday
- Breakfast
- Check out
- Morning hike to the stunning Buckden Pike
- Enjoy one final meal together before heading off on our onward journeys
- Gooodbyes
Accommodation
Our accommodation for the weekend is the multi-award winning Kettlewell Hostel, set in a charming Yorkshire Dales village with plenty of great walks, friendly pubs, stunning views and some world-class cycling routes close by, it is a real home from home, just perfect for an active break.
Our accommodation for the trip will be in 4-bed and 6-bed rooms, exclusive to our group.
NOTE: There is VERY limited car parking at this accommodation on a first come, first served basis andas always, we encourage you to car share where possible – we love our planet! Alternative parking is available within the village but please ensure you are sensitive to the residents of the area.
Getting there
Closest train station: Skipton – 15 miles away
Address: YHA Kettlewell, Kettlewell, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 5QU
FAQs
What do I need to bring?
- Hiking/outdoor clothing including trail running shoes or hiking boots
- A towel and any cosmetics and toiletries
- Swimwear
- Waterproof jacket, hat and gloves
- Fleece or warm jumper
- Small daypack for hiking and/or when out and about
- Water bottle and snacks
- Lunch for Saturday
- A sense of adventure!
What does the “style and rating” of the trip mean?
Each trip has a style that describes the type of accommodation, transport, and inclusions you can expect, plus a rating to give you an idea of the physical challenge. This helps you know exactly what’s in store on each trip. You can check out what they mean here.
Insurance
It is the attendee’s responsibility to have the appropriate travel insurance for this trip. Please let us know if you have appropriate travel insurance before the trip.
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Be quick – we’ve limited spots on this Yorkshire Dales Escape Weekend and expect them to sell out fast!
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