It’s the season for pulling on walking boots, warm knits, setting out on quieter trails and ending the day with a hearty meal in welcoming surroundings. Autumn is the perfect time for a seasonal staycation, and with YHA, spontaneous adventures are just a click away.

Together, we’ve teamed up to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a one-night stay for two in a private room or camping and cabin pod of your choice at any YHA England and Wales locations, including its famous all-you-can-eat breakfast for two.

For those who think they know YHA, think again. Forget the old-fashioned image of hostelling – cramped dorms, queues for the shower in the morning. YHA offers so much choice, allowing you to pick what works best, whether that's a sociable dorm, a private room or a cosy cabin.

What YHA does mean is you can embrace a slower pace, while making the most of off-season prices. With over 100 to choose from, the locations are second to none; stay in the middle of the National Parks with prime access to hiking trails and coastal paths on your doorstep, or stay in the heart of major cities. You can even wake up in a medieval castle.

Enter now for your chance to win a free Autumn escape.

For more information visit yha.org.uk

Your prize

  • A one-night stay for two in a private room or camping and cabin pod of your choice at any YHA England and Wales locations
  • All-you-can-eat breakfast for two people

Total value: up to £250

The question is: What countries can you visit with this offer?

Competition closes: 21st November 2025

By entering the competition, it is deemed that the entrant accepts the terms and conditions stated below.

No purchase necessary.

Prize cannot be exchanged for cash equivalent.

Prize is not transferable.

One entry per person, no bulk or third-party entries, unless the rules of the competition state so.

No responsibility can be taken for any lost or delayed entries.

Winner must be 18 years old or over.

The winner will be chosen by random from all correct entries and will be notified by email.

Entry is open to residents of the UK except employees (and their families) of Threadneedle Media Limited, its printers and agents, the suppliers of the prizes and any other associated companies.

The winner will need to confirm acceptance within 7 days of being notified. If the winner does not confirm acceptance within this timeframe, the promoter has the right to pick another winner.

Eligibility: The competition is open to UK residents aged 18 or over.

Employees of YHA and their immediate family members are not eligible to enter.

The stay must be taken before 31st October 2026, subject to availability.

Entries submitted after the closing date will not be considered.

Winner selection: The winner will be chosen at random from all eligible entries and notified within 14 days of the closing date. If the winner does not respond within 7 days, a new winner may be selected.
Booking & availability: The prize is subject to the participating hostel's booking availability.

Non-transferable & no cash alternative: The prize is non-transferable, cannot be exchanged for cash or any other alternative, and must be used by the winner and their chosen guest.

Changes & cancellations: YHA reserves the right to change or withdraw the competition or prize at any time if circumstances beyond our control make this necessary.

Liability: YHA is not responsible for any travel costs, expenses, or additional charges incurred by the winner. The winner and guest participate at their own risk.

Acceptance of terms: Entry into the competition constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions