YHA Okehampton

The Goods Shed (YHA Okehampton) is part of the YHA network in south-west England.

It is well situated to take advantage of the highest peaks and the most remote areas in southern England, as these are all within walking distance of the Youth Hostel.

The Goods Shed hosts Adventure Okehampton’s Activity centre, as well as offering accommodation in 26 bedrooms with full central heating. The Goods Shed at YHA Okehampton is proud to hold the English Tourism Council 3 star Activity Accommodation badge.

Opening hours: The bookings office is normally open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and Reception is open 8-10am and 5-10pm (8pm in low season) for checking-in. During school holidays the building is accessible throughout the day.

The site is situated within large enclosed grounds with single entry for extra security.

26 bedrooms
Bunk rooms with 2, 4 or 6 beds
Family rooms with 4, 5 or 6 beds, some with en-suite shower and toilet facilities
Two family rooms have a double bed size lower bunkbed
Resident warden is present on-site
Self Catering Kitchen
Restaurant with licensed bar (In low season prior booking is required for catering)

Other facilities at The Goods Shed

Bicycle hire available on-site
Outside seating area with picnic tables
Hostel shop selling confectionery and drinks, books, guides and maps, gifts, etc
Conference room with projection facilities suitable for DVD or powerpoint presentations
Games room with table football, pool table and table tennis
External Marquee with seating areas (summer only)
2 Drying rooms
Secure cycle shed
Surfaced Parking for cars and minibuses
Camp site with use of hostel facilities
Campfire area (bring your own wood)

Adventure Okehampton facilities at The Goods Shed

Low Ropes Course (must be supervised by instructor: book in advance)
Mobile Climbing Wall (must be supervised by instructor: book in advance)
2 Archery Ranges (must be supervised by instructor: book in advance)
Team Games & equipment (must be supervised by instructor: book in advance)

Groups

Find out more about bringing your group of young people to Adventure Okehampton, whether it's just a day visit, a weekend or a residential activity break.

Stag and Hen Parties

Looking for that ultimate adventure for your Stag and Hen party. Have a look at our different packages, from "peck on the cheek" to the adrenalin packed adventures.

Skills training

Find out more about our various courses to improve your outdoor skills. We run British Canoeing Paddle Skills courses. The first course is on our Lakes and the second level can include the River Trip.

School Residentials

Booking a school residential at YHA Okehampton always includes an element of problem solving, team building, improving self-confidence and awareness, but is always fun-filled adventures as well.

Days out on Dartmoor

Book your own mini-adventure on Dartmoor (half day/day)

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Our great activities

We offer over 15 different activities at Adventure Okehampton. During the summer we run a great programme of fun for the family suitable for children age 5 or more.