YHA Kendal
YHA Kendal has 3 meeting/event spaces for 25–50 delegates (theatre), largest: Common Room (50).
- Up to 80 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
1 photos1 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Room | 50 | — | 20 | 35 | 24 | — | — | 60 |
| Meeting Room | 25 | — | 12 | 18 | 14 | — | — | 30 |
| Dining Room | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 80 |
At a glance
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.
Best suited for
- Training Sessions
- Educational Workshops
- Community Meetings
- Small Conferences
- Team Building
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
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Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Group Accommodation
- Meeting Rooms
- Dining Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Self-catering Kitchen
- Common Areas
- Cycle Storage
- Drying Room
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Step-free access to main areas
- Accessible toilet facilities
Location & getting there
118-120 Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4HE, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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YHA Kendal is a verified youth hostel in Kendal, hosting up to 80 guests. Its profile rates most strongly 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.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does YHA Kendal have?
YHA Kendal has 3 meeting and event spaces in Kendal, seating up to 50 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of YHA Kendal's largest event space?
The largest event space at YHA Kendal is Common Room, with a maximum capacity of 50 guests.
What conference facilities does YHA Kendal offer?
YHA Kendal offers Group Accommodation, Meeting Rooms, Dining Facilities, Free WiFi, Projector, Screen, Wi-Fi across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 80 guests in theatre style, 40 in classroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Basic AV equipment including projector, screen and Wi-Fi available
Is catering available?
Self-service catering facilities and packed lunches available
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, additional street parking nearby
About YHA Kendal
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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