Ninebanks Youth Hostel, Hexham, Northumberland

Ninebanks is in the heritage steeped Allen Valleys in beautiful Northumberland. It provides the perfect base to explore the North Pennines AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) and the iconic Hadrian’s Wall. A great walking and cycling area.

This family run hostel is part of the YHA network and is open to guests all year round. Anyone can stay one night, a fortnight or anything in between. It’s a great venue for birthday parties, family and friend reunions and Christmas and New Year celebrations.

This is an adaptable building which works equally well for youth groups, school visits, corporate team building, parties or family and friends on holiday together. We welcome stag and hen groups who want something a bit different.

This 300 year old, stone built lead miner’s cottage, furnished in traditional style, has been refurbished and extended to provide an outstanding level of comfort and also innovative environmental practices. Ninebanks achieved a gold award from the Green Tourism Business Scheme. We take our environmental responsibilities seriously; we've had solar hot water for 10 years and solar PV panels for 7 years. Ninebanks is the first Youth Hostel to install electric car charging points and has electric bikes for hire in season.

The 28 beds are arranged in 2 x 3 (double bed with single over), 2 x 4, 1 x 8 bunk rooms, all en suite, and 1 x 6 with private shower room. All bed linen is provided and beds made up ready for you.

There is a well-equipped, self-catering kitchen. A flexible catering service, including special celebratory meals, can be provided if booked in advance. Local beers and good wines are available or if you have booked the whole hostel you can bring your own.

The dining room is large and airy, and big enough to seat 30 people. French doors open onto a patio with picnic tables and barbecues.

The sitting room is a lovely relaxing space with stone floors, beams and log burner, with a lovely view overlooking the valley.