Yha Ilam Hall - Your Stay in Ashbourne (Derbyshire), Derbyshire

YHA Ilam Hall is a Victorian gothic mansion set within 84 acres of National Trust parkland. The grounds include direct access to the Dovedale stepping stones and the limestone gorge scenery of Dovedale. The hostel building retains original period features and sits near the village of Ilam.

Private rooms include en-suite options, with bedding supplied and lockers for storage. Disabled access rooms are available, and some rooms have a sink and a lock on the door. Shared dormitories offer bunk beds with individual plugs and lights, and a cot is available for young children.

The hostel serves an unlimited breakfast from 07:30 to 09:00, with cooked items like sausage, bacon, and eggs, plus continental options. Evening meals are offered from 17:00 to 20:30, with a menu of light bites, hearty classics, and desserts. A licensed bar serves a range of alcohol and soft drinks, and a self-catering kitchen is available for guest use.

The hostel has a games room with a pool table, table tennis, and board games. A classroom is available for group activities or meetings. The location is 15 minutes from Alton Towers theme park, and walks to the Dovedale stepping stones start directly from the grounds.

Family rooms and cots are provided for children, with highchairs available in the dining room. Group stays are supported with coach parking on the premises and options for sole use of the entire hostel. A changing places toilet is installed next to the accessible rooms, accommodating guests with complex needs.

Location: Victorian gothic mansion in 84 acres of National Trust parkland

Rooms: Private en-suite and disabled access rooms

Dining: Unlimited breakfast and licensed bar

Entertainment: Games room with pool table and table tennis

Family: Family rooms, cots, and highchairs

Accessibility: Changing places toilet for complex needs

Nearby: 15 minutes from Alton Towers theme park