Wooler Hostel And Shepherds Huts, Wooler

Shepherds Huts and Rooms

Wooler Hostel and Shepherds Huts offers 4-bed dormitories, private en-suite rooms, and three Cheviot shepherds huts with bunk beds and heating. Each room is named after a local land girl who lived here during the war, with individual historical displays on the walls. The entire unit is located on the ground floor and wheelchair accessible, with carpeted floors and socket near the bed.

Self-Catering and Dining

The shared kitchen is equipped with more equipment than you could possibly need, including a microwave and space for storing personal food. A cooked breakfast can be pre-ordered for £10, with options including a full vegan fry-up and fresh duck eggs from the kitchen. The property also has a drying room for wet gear and offers free tea and coffee, with help-yourself tea and coffee in the kitchen.

Location and Outdoor Activities

Located 26 km from Bamburgh Castle and 11 km from Chillingham Castle, the hostel sits within walking distance of Wooler's Co-op, pubs, and fish-and-chip shops. It lies directly on the Pennine Cycleway and St Cuthbert's Way, with quiet roads suitable for cycling and hiking into the Cheviot hills. The nearest airport is Newcastle International, 68 km away, and free private parking is available for cars and campervans.

Communal Spaces and Entertainment

The large common room has a free pool table, a piano, board games, colouring stuff for children, and a collection of maps and historical books. Outdoor furniture, a terrace, and a garden with nesting blackbirds provide space to relax, and the shared lounge also serves as a TV area. The hostel organizes social nights with music, quizzes, and themed catering for all dietary requirements.

Historical Character

Built during World War II as a barracks for the Women's Land Army, the building's original identity is preserved in corridor murals, information boards, and a VE-day 1940s vibe in the lounge. Each room carries the name of a former land girl, with text about her social history. Community events such as craft workshops are planned by the hosts, who also provide bike storage for cyclists.

Highlights

Location: On St Cuthbert's Way and Pennine Cycleway, near Bamburgh Castle

Accommodation: Shepherds huts, private en-suites, and themed dormitories

Dining: Self-catering kitchen with duck eggs; £10 cooked breakfast with vegan option

History: WW2 Land Army barracks with original room names and murals

Entertainment: Free pool table, piano, board games, and social nights

Parking: Free private car park with spaces for campervans