YHA Thurlby in Louth

Set in a 15th-century village forge with Georgian and Victorian additions, this country-style redbrick hostel is 2.5 miles from Bourne Abbey and 6 miles from Grimsthorpe Castle.There's a mix of basic private and dorm-style rooms featuring knotty-wood furniture and lockable storage cupboards. Some rooms have bunk beds. Most rooms have shared shower facilities; some have en suite bathrooms. Towels are available for rent.Amenities include a communal kitchen, a relaxed dining room, and a simple TV lounge. There's also a garden, a drying room and bike storage. Parking is complimentary.