1 photos1 photosYHA Kendal is a contemporary youth hostel located in the heart of Kendal, known as the gateway to the Lake District. This modern facility offers comfortable group accommodation and flexible meeting spaces for educational groups, corporate retreats, and community events. The hostel can accommodate up to 80 guests across various room configurations, making it ideal for school groups, youth organizations, team building events, and budget-conscious conferences. With its central location on Highgate, the venue provides easy access to Kendal's attractions and serves as an excellent base for exploring the Lake District National Park. The hostel features modern amenities including meeting rooms, dining facilities, and common areas, all designed to support group activities and learning experiences. YHA Kendal combines the traditional values of youth hostelling with contemporary facilities, offering an affordable and welcoming environment for groups seeking accommodation and meeting space in one of England's most beautiful regions.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Room | 50 | — | 20 | 35 | 24 | — | — |
| Meeting Room | 25 | — | 12 | 18 | 14 | — | — |
| Dining Room | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Room hire from £80 for half day. Group accommodation packages from £25 per person per night. Educational group discounts available. Self-catering facilities included.
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118-120 Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4HE, United Kingdom
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YHA Kendal is a verified youth hostel in Kendal, hosting up to 80 guests, with day delegate rates from £75. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Hybrid Ready, Accessibility. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, hybrid and streamed events, fully accessible events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 80 guests in theatre style, 40 in classroom style
Basic AV equipment including projector, screen and Wi-Fi available
Self-service catering facilities and packed lunches available
Limited on-site parking available, additional street parking nearby
YHA Kendal is a contemporary youth hostel located in the heart of Kendal, known as the gateway to the Lake District. This modern facility offers comfortable group accommodation and flexible meeting spaces for educational groups, corporate retreats, and community events. The hostel can accommodate up to 80 guests across various room configurations, making it ideal for school groups, youth organizations, team building events, and budget-conscious conferences. With its central location on Highgate, the venue provides easy access to Kendal's attractions and serves as an excellent base for exploring the Lake District National Park. The hostel features modern amenities including meeting rooms, dining facilities, and common areas, all designed to support group activities and learning experiences. YHA Kendal combines the traditional values of youth hostelling with contemporary facilities, offering an affordable and welcoming environment for groups seeking accommodation and meeting space in one of England's most beautiful regions.
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