5 Annual Food and Drink Festivals in Leeds

Anyone who has visited Leeds knows that it’s a thriving, spirited city with plenty going on. Good quality food and drink are ingrained in the culture and some great events go on throughout the year to celebrate culinary excellence. Whether you love your beer, want to try some sophisticated cocktails or explore new and exciting […]
5 Top Events To Enjoy in Leeds This Christmas

If you’re staying at our Leeds hostel this Christmas, you’re certainly in for a big treat. We get plenty of visitors from around the world at this time of year and they all want to take in the festive atmosphere and have a good time. Leeds is one of the friendliest and exciting places to […]
6 Quirky Events to Watch Out for In Sheffield

While the bigger festivals and concerts tend to get most of the attention in big cities, Sheffield is home to some slightly quirkier events throughout the year. If you’re visiting here in the future, the good news is that there’s quite a lot to keep you entertained. You can watch strong men lifting boulders and […]
7 Brilliant Annual Events in Sheffield You Don’t Want to Miss

Sheffield is a brilliant place to visit for travellers, whatever the time of the year. Known around the world as the steel city, over the last few years this area has undergone a dramatic change through regeneration and investment. Continuously rated highly on Trip Advisor, there’s always something going on in this vibrant, friendly city. […]
8 Annual Events in Leeds You Can’t Miss!

There’s an eclectic mix of things to do throughout the year in Leeds. It’s one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the UK and home to a vibrant student community that just loves to party. We get a lot of different people from around the world staying at our hostel. We can safely say, no […]
5 Things to Do at Christmas In Sheffield

Once the nights start drawing in and the evenings become a little chillier, our thoughts naturally turn towards Christmas. If you’re visiting Sheffield and the surrounding region at this time of year, you’ll be pleasantly surprised. There’s certainly plenty to see and do during the Yuletide period. Not only is there a large student population […]
The Best Cheap Eats in Sheffield

The 6 Best Budget Eats in Sheffield When you’re travelling on a budget, finding cheap places to eat is important. Ideally you want to experience something new but you don’t want to compromise on quality if you’re watching those purse strings. We asked backpackers and travellers staying at our Sheffield hostel where they like to […]
10 Things to Do in Sheffield That Are Free

10 Things to Do in Sheffield That Are Free If you’re travelling the world and taking in the sights on a budget, the good news that most cities have plenty of things to do for free. Sheffield is no exception. At Russel Scott Hostels, we’ve been taking a closer look at what’s on offer. Here […]
Sheffield the Perfect Place

Sheffield: The Perfect Base for a Trip Around The Peak District One of the big reasons we get people heading to our hostel in Sheffield is its close proximity to the Peak District. We regularly have visitors from all around the globe, people looking to explore every nook and cranny and take part in the […]