Few youth hostels are as remote as Black Sail, only accessible by foot or by bike. Towards the head of the wild Ennerdale Valley, the hostel is wonderfully located for many of the classic fells of the western Lake District.

It is only a small hostel, with 16 beds in total. The heart of the place is the common room, whilst that all-important drying room is also present. There's a self-catering kitchen, though meals can also be arranged with the wardens. Note that there are no electric sockets in the building.

During the winter months it is possible to arrange a private hire of the entire hostel.

Dave_Cumbria

November 23, 2023

A tiny hostel in a fantastic location. Great to stay off to can get in, but it's always open for shelter and a brew

Cornelia Fuchs

May 2, 2024

Honesty snack bar. Great place for a rest stop, toilet break, picknick or recharge of your phone.

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Elevation 290 m

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www.yha.org.uk/hostel/yha-black-sail

blacksail@yha.org.uk

+44 345 371 9680

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Location: Ennerdale And Kinniside, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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