YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel
YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel has 2 meeting/event spaces for 20–25 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Dormitory (25).
- Up to 38 delegates
- 2 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
1 photosPhotography pending verification1 photosCapacity overview
2 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Dormitory | 25 | — | 12 | 20 | 15 | — | — | 45 |
| Common Room | 20 | — | 10 | 15 | 12 | — | — | 35 |
At a glance
YHA Tanners Hatch is a unique historic cottage youth hostel nestled in the beautiful Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This charming 17th-century building provides an intimate setting for small group meetings, team retreats, and educational visits. The hostel offers dormitory-style accommodation for up to 38 guests across multiple rooms, making it ideal for youth groups, school trips, and outdoor activity organizations. Located on the National Trust's Polesden Lacey estate, guests can enjoy stunning countryside views and direct access to numerous walking and cycling trails. The facility includes a communal kitchen, dining area, and outdoor spaces perfect for team building activities. The hostel's rustic charm and peaceful woodland setting provide an inspiring environment for workshops, training sessions, and group discussions away from urban distractions.
Best suited for
- Group Accommodation
- Educational Visits
- Team Building
- Youth Programs
- Walking Groups
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
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
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
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Self-catering kitchen
- Parking
- Garden/Outdoor space
- Historic building
- Dormitory accommodation
- Communal areas
- Walking trails access
- Cycle storage
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Limited wheelchair access
- Some steps present
Location & getting there
Tanners Hatch, Polesden Lacey, Dorking, RH5 6BE, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel is a verified youth hostel in Dorking, hosting up to 38 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Historic, Corporate, International. Verified on-site: wi-fi, food & catering, bedrooms, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, corporate conferences and board meetings, international delegations and residential 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 & productionNot listed
- 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.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 3 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Quality score 92/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel have?
YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel has 2 meeting and event spaces in Dorking, seating up to 25 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel's largest event space?
The largest event space at YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel is Main Dormitory, with a maximum capacity of 25 guests.
What conference facilities does YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel offer?
YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel offers Self-catering kitchen, Parking, Garden/Outdoor space, Historic building, Basic Wi-Fi, TV/DVD in common areas, Flip Charts across its 2 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 38 guests in shared dormitory accommodation
What AV equipment is available?
Basic facilities with Wi-Fi and communal TV areas
Is catering available?
Self-catering kitchen facilities and meal services available
Is there parking available?
Limited parking available on-site
About YHA Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel
YHA Tanners Hatch is a unique historic cottage youth hostel nestled in the beautiful Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This charming 17th-century building provides an intimate setting for small group meetings, team retreats, and educational visits. The hostel offers dormitory-style accommodation for up to 38 guests across multiple rooms, making it ideal for youth groups, school trips, and outdoor activity organizations. Located on the National Trust's Polesden Lacey estate, guests can enjoy stunning countryside views and direct access to numerous walking and cycling trails. The facility includes a communal kitchen, dining area, and outdoor spaces perfect for team building activities. The hostel's rustic charm and peaceful woodland setting provide an inspiring environment for workshops, training sessions, and group discussions away from urban distractions.
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