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Archive for July 20th, 2008

Barn-hopping: cheaper than youth hostels!

July 20, 2008 By: missthrifty Category: Holidays No Comments →

Swirral Barn

There’s a great piece in today’s Sunday Times travel section, about holidaying in the beautiful Lake District and staying in barns. 

It’s a new initiative, set up by Lakeland Camping Barns. The facilities are basic, but you get a roof over your heads and beautiful surroundings. Best of all, the tariff is just £7 per person, per night. That’s less than youth hostels charge! Cooked breakfasts are extra – and families with under-fives are welcomed.

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