Alston Hostel
Small modern hostel overlooking the South Tyne Valley. On the Pennine Way and Sea-to-Sea cycle route. Try walking or pony trekking on the old drovers' roads, climb Cross Fell (the highest point of the Pennines 2930ft) or ride the South Tynedale Railway - England's highest narrow gauge line.
Facilities
Lounge, self-catering kitchen, dining room, showers, drying room and cycle store.
| Beds | 30 |
| Disabled Facilities | No |
| Drinks License | No |
| Meals | Yes, 19.00 hrs |
| Under 3's | No |
| No Smoking | Yes |
| High Chairs | Yes |
| Cots | No |
| Parking | Yes |
Contact
Getting There
At the south end of Alston turn onto The Firs and then first right at top of bank.
Ordnance Survey Sheet/Grid Ref: 86/717461
Buses
Wright Bros. 681 from BR Haltwhistle, 888 from BR Penrith (Tel: 01434 381200).
Trains
Haltwhistle 15m; Penrith 19m.
Nearest Other Hostels
Ninebanks 8m, Langdon Beck 15m, Greenhead 15m (17m by Pennine Way)
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