Meet the Team
All lovers of the Lakes, we’re here to help you:
Andy
Andy has been with us for over a decade.
He enjoys walking, running and riding all the trails he can find. The ability to end these adventures at a welcoming Lakeland watering hole makes him an admirable source of advice.
Charlie
Charlie has been with us in Elterwater for more than 10 years and loves her life in this beautiful valley.
When not welcoming guests, cleaning, or rustling up a full English or a bit of flapjack for the hostel, she enjoys walking and mountain biking the fells with her partner Paul, or volunteering on the National Trust’s Steam Yacht Gondola and in Ambleside’s Oxfam shop.
Charlie is looking forward to another season at this special little hostel, to seeing old friends, and to welcoming new ones.
Christine
Christine is one of the family owners, responsible for making sure the back office runs smoothly. Focusing on accounting and finance, the booking system and website, as well as driving the growth and improvement of the business.
Having been a keen hosteller in her youth she remains passionate about maintaining the business as a traditional hostel, accessible for single night stays and to enable people on lower budgets to maximise their experience in the Lake District.
Christine fell in love with Elterwater on her first visit (to the then YHA) in 1976 and comes back as often as time allows. You are more likely to come across her at the end of the phone which she answers remotely when the team are not around.
Passionate about improving the Hostel and providing the best base from which to explore the Langdale Valley, Christine reads each and every review and would love to hear your comments or suggestions at Christine@elterwaterhostel.co.uk
Pete
Pete joins the team on a regular basis helping during holidays and busy weeks. A keen walker, cyclist and traveller to far flung places, Pete is never happier than when taking photographs.
He has lived in the lakes for over 30 years and has a wealth of walking experience which he enjoys sharing with guests old and new to Elterwater Hostel.
Our very own History buff, can point you towards all the most interesting local historic spots.
Where was this picture taken?
Come to elterwater hostel and explore endless breathtaking views
Can you work out where this picture was taken?
Just one of hundreds of amazing spots a stones throw away from elterwater hostel
⛰️ 23 Before Tea 🏃♂️💨
23 Lakeland fell tops. One epic challenge. Starting and finishing at Elterwater Hostel.
Tag your running buddies, share this to your stories and challenge someone to take it on! 👊
#23BeforeTea #FellRunning #LakeDistrict #Lakeland #RunningChallenge FastestKnownTime
Wake up, slow down, and immerse yourself in the wild beauty of true nature at Elterwater Hostel 🌿⛰️
This week we hosted an incredible group from @project21uk thabk you so much for coming we really enjoyed having you and cant wait to see you again
Langdale views & Highland cows 🐮
Elterwater Hostel , stay wild.
Stay, ride & explore Langdale! 🏔️
Come and enjoy a stay at Elterwater Hostel, make use of our handy bikeshed, then head out on two wheels to explore some of the Lake District’s most spectacular scenery.
From Iron Keld, enjoy incredible views across Lingmoor and the Langdale Pikes, the perfect backdrop for a memorable cycle ride.
Stay with us, get out on your bike, and discover Langdale at your own pace.
We are absolutely loving these bright early mornings in the valley
#morningexploring #elterwater #lakedistrictwalks #lakedistrictviews #exploremore
Never gets old…
#langdalepikes #elterwater #lakedistrictviews #mountainviews #lakedistrictwalks
Cathedral Quarry
#slatemine #littlelangdale #lakedistrictwalks #exploremore #lakedistrict
These summer mornings!
#summer #morninginspiration #lakedistrictuk #elterwater #lavender
