Music Sessions at Skiddaw House
Come and join us at Skiddaw House in 2026 for more music sessions.
My Little Brother will be back on Saturday 14th March, and the renowned 1550ft Music Weekend will take place on Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd October.
Playing on Friday 2nd October will folk singer-songwriter Anne-Marie Sanderson, who will be joined by Jonny Campbell a Northern England folk singer-songwriter.
On Saturday 3rd October Reuben’s Train will be entertaining us with their mix of bluegrass, folk and gypsy jazz sounds.
You can sample their music by clicking on their photos below.
If you fancy an evening of live music in a cosy intimate setting, then please email Skiddaw@yha.org.uk. Places are limited, so book early to guarantee your place. £50 bed and gig. £25 camping and gig.
Volunteering at Skiddaw House
2026 'Paint-A-Hostel' Day
In March, the hostel will be open for a few days to anyone who’d like to lend a hand with a paintbrush—or with the all-important tea-making. It’s our annual “Paint a Hostel” event, running from March 22nd (arrive in the afternoon) to March 25th (depart in the morning). Tasks include painting various rooms and, weather permitting, giving the window lintels a fresh coat and tackling a bit of groundwork.
If you’d like to get involved, just drop me a message at Skiddaw@yha.org.uk. . We always have a brilliant time: biscuits by day, pasta by night, and somehow the whole hostel undergoes a transformation in just three days!
Skiddaw House ranked third in TGO 2024 Hostel/Bunkhouse Category
The Great Outdoors Reader Awards results for 2024 were announced recently and Skiddaw House came third in the Hostel or Bunkhouse category!
Warden Sue says: "Thank you to everyone who has enjoyed their stay at Skiddaw House and voted for us. We hope to see you again up here, and we look forward to meeting you if you are planning your first time stay with us soon!”