YHA St Briavels Castle

Laura Walker

6 years ago

Completely unique and captivating YHA - stayed here as part of a retreat and took part in archery and a medieval banquet. Beautiful surroundings, both within the castle walls and the surrounding countryside. I've stayed in many hostels but never a castle - amazing. The staff were fab and the place is ran brilliantly by the enthusiastic and enigmatic manager, Chris.

Darren Edmonds

8 years ago

Spent a single night, host and staff are friendly with a lot of knowledge about the history of the castle. Banquet was fun and entertaining, guests have option of dressing up in provided costumes, great for children. Outdoor activities were well organised. pretty much every room will have an interesting ghost story attached to them. Rooms were warm, considering how cold it was when we went. Everyone had a great time.

Michael Blake

4 years ago

Absolutely fantastic and very unusual location for a weekend birthday event. Very comfortable beds, good kitchen and a number of areas for dining and lounging. Showers are good and for an ancient building it's remarkably warm. Parking right outside and easy to access. Grounds are currently undergoing some renovations as a wall collapsed about a year ago but they're all over it. Recommended.

Paul Goddard

3 years ago

At nearly 1,000 years old it’s amazing how much of this castle is still standing. In fact some of it is actually habitable and used by the YHA. Would have loved to have stayed here! A gem for castle lovers of all sorts, tucked away in the Forest of Dean it’s very easy to overlook but it’s well worth stopping by, not least to see Saint Briavels village and do not miss a meal at the George Inn while you are there.

Bridget Curran

3 years ago

The family had a great experience staying here. The building is super interesting, and fun to explore. We stayed in a private room in the East Tower, which was comfortable and had good facilities. St Briavels YHA has a warm welcome, good self-catering facilities, and excellent breakfast and free tea and coffee, and is excellent value. It's in the beautiful Wye valley countryside and within the village is opposite St Mary's church, which is kept open, and within 5 minutes of the village Pantry, playground and pub, all worth visiting. I would just recommend not reading the 'haunted castle' books until the day after!

Liz Jones

2 years ago

One of our favourite YHA trips ever. This is an amazing place to stay, such an experience. The castle is wonderful, the staff were so welcoming, the beds clean and comfy and even the food good too! We stayed in Chaplain's room which is at the top of some very steep stairs, all art of the experience but definitely the trickiest room to get to in the hostel! Highly recommend a trip here.

Andrew Rudge

2 years ago

Visited for my birthday with a few friends from a hiking group. The setting is fantastic, it's a castle! The staff were lovely and kind enough to give us a tour including the dungeon pit and throne room. Nearby are plenty of walks, puzzlewood is only a short drive and truly mystical. The George inn had live music both nights and real good food. Planning another trip here in the future for sure! Thank you.

Jess Huxley

year ago

Staff so welcoming and even provided a mini tour of the castle pointing out areas of interest. Toilet facilities and rooms were very clean and plenty of parking. Great viewpoint just outside and wonderful price for a night in a castle!! I stayed as a solo traveller and had a great experience

Cat Vizor

9 months ago

Stayed here for the weekend and rented out the whole place for our wedding celebration. Amazing and unique venue, can highly recommend!

MP_VIP 01

2 months ago

It's a nice hostel with big rooms, confortable, clean beds. Toilets are a bit far but clean and tidy. If you believe or not, a paranormal experience will happen to you when you less expect. So yes, it worth visiting around and sleep there