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  • About Us
    • History
    • 23 Before Tea: Our fell running challenge
    • Meet the Team
    • Going Green
      • Lake District Foundation
      • Electric Car Information
  • Accommodation
    • Facilities
    • Group Bookings
    • Reviews
  • Eat and Drink at the Hostel
  • Location
    • Getting Here
    • Eat and Drink
      • At the Hostel
      • In the Area
    • Things to Do
      • Walking, Hiking and Fell Running
      • Cycling
      • Rock Climbing
      • Cultural
      • Water
      • Other
    • What’s On
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Cold, snowy days here in the valley but that hasn’t stopped us cracking on with a big project behind the scenes.
Lots of hard work happening despite the weather and it’ll all be worth it.
Keep an eye out for updates coming soon…
A new completion of the Elterwater Hostel Challeng A new completion of the Elterwater Hostel Challenge 23 before tea was logged just before the end of the year.Carlisle-based Adam Armata returned after being beaten by the weather last winter , this time though everything clicked.Running solo and unsupported, he chose a longer, less conventional 60km route with 4,500m of ascent, echoing the original spirit of the challenge.he said “his wasn’t about records., it was about adventure: sunrise on the first summit, icy descents, winter light, and even a head torch detour into Rydal Cave  because why rush a perfect day in the hills? 11 hours 58 minutes. No shortcuts. Just mountains, patience, and joy”.If you’ve ever thought about giving a winter round a go, take this as your sign. choose your day, respect the conditions, move at your own pace and savour every moment out there, and dont forget to knock on the hostels door and get your cup of tea when you finish!
Happy New Year from all of us at Elterwater Hostel Happy New Year from all of us at Elterwater HostelAs another year comes to a close, we’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone who stayed with us, walked the fells, shared stories, and made the hostel such a special place over the past year.We’re incredibly grateful for all our guests, old friends and new, and for the memories made here in the Langdale Valley.We wish you all a very Happy New Year and look forward to welcoming you back and meeting many more of you in 2026 for more adventures, cosy evenings and unforgettable moments in the valley.See you soon
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