It’s not quite the Yorkshire Dales, and it’s not quite the Cheviots: We’re going to the North Pennines! A lovely independent hostel on a quiet country lane, Ninebanks is a great base within reach of Hadrian’s Wall, the Howgill Fells, and Teesdale.

• Booking opens 24 February 2025

• Price £70

• Places available: 26

The North Pennines are a region of open heather moors and peatlands, rolling dales, tumbling upland rivers, leafy woods and a wealth of bird, animal and plant life. A little further away you can visit the remains of Hadrian’s Wall (30 minutes drive to the most famous section near Once Brewed), and High Force waterfall in Teesdale is a popular stop on the journey.

Weekends away are only open to Ramblers members. You will need to arrange your own transport, although the group will try to put people in touch to arrange lift shares.

We have access to the bunkhouse from 16:00 on Friday, but you are welcome to arrive at any time after that. Some people like to travel early to make the most of the day, while others prefer to travel after work. The finish time will depend on how long any walks on Sunday take before returning home.