Sustrans
Sustrans is the charity that is enabling people to travel by foot, bike or public transport for more of the journeys we make every day. Our work makes it possible for people to choose healthier, cleaner and cheaper journeys, with better places and spaces to move through and live in. It is time we all began making smarter travel choices. Make your move and support Sustrans today.
www.sustrans.org.uk
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Mountaineering Council of Scotland
The Mountaineering Council of Scotland, the MCofS, represents mountaineers, climbing and hill walking enthusiasts in Scotland.
As well as representing their membership, which comprises 130 mountaineering, climbing or walking clubs, and individual members, they also aim to represent the interests of the estimated 400,000 people who head for Scotlands mountains every month.
www.mcofs.org.uk
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Long Distance Walkers Association
The LDWA is an Association of people with the common interest of walking long distances in rural, mountainous or moorland areas. By joining the LDWA, you will meet other like-minded long distance walkers and gain access to information on walking events and long distance walking routes all over the UK.
www.ldwa.org.uk
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The Ramblers Association
They are Britain's biggest walking charity. They've been working for over 70 years to promote walking and to improve conditions for everyone who walks in England, Scotland and Wales.
www.ramblers.org.uk
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Swiss Backpackers
Swiss Backpackers hostels we offer you a home away from home:
- personally run
- independent
- and quality assured.
You receive a warm welcome and can enjoy both a budget and comfortable bed. There you can let settle all the impressions that you get every day when travelling.
www.swissbackpackers.ch
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VisitBritain
VisitBritain, the national tourism agency, promotes Britain internationally in 36 markets and England in Britain, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Ireland. Their mission is to build the value of tourism to Britain and in England, generating wealth and jobs across Britain.
www.visitbritain.com
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YHA
YHA operates a network of more than 200 Youth Hostels across England and Wales. Their accommodation is open to all and everyone can experience a warm welcome, comfortable accommodation, good food and affordable prices. We also have more than 230,000 members, who receive many additional benefits, most notably an exemption from paying a non-member supplement each time they stay with YHA.
www.yha.org.uk
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Scottish Youth Hostels
The principal objective of the Association is: 'To help all, but especially young people, to experience and appreciate the Scottish countryside and places of historic and cultural interest in Scotland, and to promote their health, recreation and education, particularly by providing low cost accommodation for them on their travels.'
www.shya.org.uk
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Cyclists' Touring Club
We are the country's largest group of people on bikes. Our mission is to make cycling enjoyable, safe and welcoming for all.
Our work, which includes high-profile campaigning on behalf of all cyclists, is made possible by your help and support. So why not join 70,000 people united by a passion for cycling and become part of the UK's largest and oldest cycling organisation, and support the work of the CTC Charitable Trust.
www.ctc.org.uk
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Backpackers Network - Germany
Backpacker Network Germany is a network of 50 hostels in 27 German Citiesall around Germany which specialise in giving a service to individual guests rather than groups.
They are all independently run and promise you a 'holiday with a heart' All hostels fulfil with the criteria of the organisation and offer self catering facilities or cheap meals.
www.backpacker-network.de
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Scottish Independent Hostels
Scottish Independent Hostels (previously Independent Backpackers Hostels - Scotland IBHS) represent over 100 hostels which are inspected by Visit Scotland. You will find every one of the SIH hostels in the 2009 Independent Hostel Guide identified with a special SIH symbol. IHG is proud to be partners with SIH.
www.hostel-scotland.co.uk
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VisitScotland
It's written in the Stars - a simple, impartial, consistent approach to quality.
VisitScotland, under the Scottish Tourist Board brand, administers the 5-star grading schemes which assess the quality standards of all types of visitor accommodation, including Hostels, Backpackers and Bunkhouses as well as visitor attractions from castles and historic houses to garden centres and arts venues. We grade around 80% of the accommodation in Scotland and 90% of the visitor attractions - so wherever you want to stay or visit, we've got it covered. Schemes are monitored all year round - each establishment is reviewed once a year. We do the hard work so you can relax and enjoy your holiday.
www.visitscotland.com
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Backpackers Canada
Backpackers Hostels Canada / Auberges Backpackers Canada is a marvellous network of nearly 150 independent hostels across Canada. You will want to stay at a backpackers hostel (formerly called 'youth hostels') during your travels in Canada. Not only will you save money so you can spend it on adventure rather than accommodation, but you will meet intelligent, fun, and interesting people from all over the world. By travelling via our network of hostels, you will find Canada to be an exciting destination in all seasons!
www.backpackers.ca
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Hostel in Italy
A new group of hostels getting together to promote Italian hostels and their country.
www.hostelinitaly.it
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Independent Holiday Hostels of Ireland
Independent Holiday Hostels of Ireland (IHH) was founded in the early 1990s. Since then, the membership has grown to over 80 members throughout the island of Ireland. Every hostel in the organisation is approved by the Irish Tourist Board, either by Fáilte Ireland or the Northern Ireland Tourist Board, and each hostel is equipped with a kitchen/common room, linen/bedding, and hot showers. IHH hostels strive to provide a high level of customer care, cleanliness and courtesy to ensure your comfort and enjoyment.
www.hostels-ireland.com/
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DEFRA - Rural Enterprise Scheme
Many of the rural hostels on farms were set up using funds from this scheme. The Hostel Guide itself also received funding for the development of this website and to set up a network of hostel owners (IHUK).
www.defra.gov.uk/rural/rdpe/erdp/index.htm
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BBH - New Zealand Backpackers Hostels
BBH produces the famous printed Blue Guide which rates the hostels using data gathered from guests while they are at the hostels. It is the most established independent network in New Zealand and provides comprehensive details of 350 of Independent Hostels.
www.bbh.co.nz
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Backpacker Spain
The website for this network of Independent Hostels in Spain also gives details of places to see.
www.backpackerspain.com/
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Visitengland
The official website for the English Tourist Board. Welcome to Enjoy England.
http://www.visitengland.com/
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Visitwales
The offical website of the welsh Tourist Board.
www.visitwales.co.uk
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ILH - Israel Hostels
Israels first independent Hostel network. Our mission is to support independent travelers in Israel and to provide them with a high-quality travel experience through our 40 quality assured hostels
www.hostels-israel.com
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Fitter Families
The Fitter Families initiative is a great way of getting your family fit and having fun at the same time. Register today for free fun and advice.
www.fitterfamilies.com
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National Trails
National Trails are long distance routes for walking, cycling and horse riding through the finest landscapes in England and Wales. There are about 2,500 miles of trails created by linking existing local paths and developing new ones and these are maintained by National England and the Countryside Council for Wales. The excellent National Trails website gives details of the 15 National Trails with local information and links to resources.
www.nationaltrail.co.uk
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Lake District National Park
We've information for visitors and students about this unique corner of England. Find out how we work in caring for this stunning area. And our 42,400 residents can find out all about planning.
www.lakedistrict.gov.uk
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Swedish youth hostels in cooperation
SVIF was founded in 1991 and is an association of free-standing and independent youth hostels in Sweden. Each youth hostel is run accorning to their own set of principles. The collaboration between the hostels is primarily targeted at marketing and other common intrests.
www.svif.se
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Friends of Nature UK
The Friends of Nature is the UK arm of International Friends of Nature (IFN) with headquarters based in Vienna. Established 1895, with over 500,000 members, we are one of Europe's largest environmental organisations. Our network of 800 houses, often in stunning locations, particularly welcome walkers, cyclists and country lovers. In the UK we have a growing number of houses offering a friendly and unique experience, most being community owned and/or operated thus directly helping local rural economies and aiding regeneration.
www.thefriendsofnature.org.uk
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