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Hag Dyke Open Weekend

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HAG DYKE SCOUT HOSTEL AT KETTLEWELL IS CELEBRATING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITS OPENING ON SATURDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER 2022.

THE HOSTEL WILL BE OPEN TO ALL VISITORS FROM 11 a.m. UNTIL 5 p.m.

Anyone with an interest in or previous connection with Hag Dyke will be very welcome.

The day’s main focus will be a special service of commemoration plus memories and future thoughts at 3pm at our Chapel, The Highest in England.  

We will also have a Souvenir booklet, displays of historic pictures & zine displays. 

A special badge has been designed for the Anniversary and will be on sale on the day.

Wardens will be on hand to show visitors around and to explain the facilities to previous and new visitors. 

Tea, Coffee & Cakes will be supplied but please bring your own packed lunch etc. Donations are encouraged for Hag Dyke’s Future Work.

We have arranged car parking in the field on the right hand side immediately after the bridge as you enter Kettlewell. If you would like to make a voluntary donation of £3.00 for car parking this will be shared between Hag Dyke and Kettlewell Parish Church.

Please can all visitors register there including those intending to drive up in their own vehicles.

There will be uniformed members there to assist visitors with maps and instructions.

If you have requested transport you should also meet here at the agreed time.

There will be the option for Wardens, Past wardens, Working party, Leaders & Reunion Group ONLY to stay over but there obviously are limited spaces so do make your interest known asap please.  

A new young trainee Wardens scheme will also be explained briefly which is especially aimed at 18 to 30 year olds. Therefore, Explorers and Young Leaders are specially encouraged to attend.     

We are appealing for details of your most enjoyable, first experiences of Hag Dyke and any other memories you have. These will be displayed plus there will be the opportunity to read some of these out at the Service. We suggest twenty to fifty words. We  would also like pictures of your own visits to Hag Dyke to produce a rolling picture show on the day.  

PLEASE REPLY IF YOU INTEND TO COME ALONG SO WE HAVE AN IDEA OF LIKELY NUMBERS. 

RSVP to enquiries@hagdyke.org.uk and we encourage you to look at our Website for all information https://hagdyke.org.uk

Hag Dyke Working Party

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Fantastic weather allowed a productive working party at Hag Dyke to get a lot done.

Painting, filling, cleaning, joinery, and some electrical work all complete, and preparation completed for the next bits of work. Just some of the tasks needed to get the hostel ready for our Hag Dyke open day in August! A good weekend was had by all.

Hag Dyke’s 75th Anniversary Open Weekend

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Hag Dyke was formally opened in September 1947. We will be celebrating the 75th anniversary on the weekend of September 23rd – 25th 2022 with an open weekend for all comers.

Please save the date and watch this space for further information.

New Water Supply

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Hag Dyke has just installed a new water treatment plant. The project has been delayed almost 2 years by Covid but we now have a supply which meets the requirements for drinking water and is no longer the strange brown colour which will be familiar to regular visitors.

We are grateful to the many friends and supporters who contributed to the substantial cost of this project which further improved the facilities of our unique hostel.

Before and After!

History of Hag Dyke

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A few years ago Peter Smith documented Hag Dyke’s history. He spent many months talking to people who knew Hag Dyke, had involvement with Hag Dyke or had visited Hag Dyke over the years. The resulting book has kindly been made available to Hag Dyke so that you can download it and read it yourselves. This is the second edition updated and revised in 2023.

Hag Dyke Update March 2023

Hagdyke Facilities

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Hag Dyke combines the rustic charm you would expect from a building that dates back to the 1700’s alongside modern facilities to give your group a warm and comfortable visit.  Find out more and see some pictures below.

Lounge

The lounge is ideal for your whole group to congregate and relax.  There is comfortable furniture and a roaring open fire.  There is plenty of space for games and activities when all the furniture is pushed to the side of the room.

Boot Room

The Boot Room to take off muddy footwear. Easily swept out before you leave.

Dormitories

There are four dormitories all with bunk beds to accommodate 36 people in total.  Mattresses are provided but you need to bring your own bedding or sleeping bags.  Most groups use sleeping bags.  The dormitories are Henderson Room (4 people), Dutch Room (16 people), Findlay Room (10 people) and Priestman Room (6 people).

Drying Room

The Drying Room for all your gear after a wet day out.

Kitchen

The kitchen is fully equipped with catering standard oven .  All cooking utensils, pots and pans, plates, bowls and cutlery are included.

Dining Room

The Dining Room is large enough for all your group to eat together.

Pantry

Kitchen utensils and table crockery. Larder fridge and shelving for food storage.

Chapel

The chapel is a special place for your group to have some quiet reflection time or hold services such as a “Scouts Own”.

Hagdyke Location

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Hag Dyke is located on Great Whernside above Kettlewell in Upper Wharfedale.  You will find it at Grid Reference SD 998 733.

Ordnance Survey map showing Hag Dyke (marked in the red circle)
Hag Dyke OS Map v2

The hostel is located in fields on the edge of the moor away from habitation.  The nearest neighbour is almost a mile away giving a sense of solitude and adventure.  Access to Hag Dyke is via the public footpath from the village or following the public bridleway from the village known as the “Land Rover track”.

Zoom in and out to explore the area around Hag Dyke

Hagdyke News

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November 1, 2022

Hag Dyke Volunteers

Hag Dyke is run almost entirely by volunteers. Why not volunteer to help keep this beautiful hostel running.
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September 11, 2022

Hag Dyke Open Weekend

HAG DYKE SCOUT HOSTEL AT KETTLEWELL IS CELEBRATING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITS OPENING ON SATURDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER 2022. THE HOSTEL WILL BE OPEN TO ALL VISITORS FROM 11 a.m. UNTIL 5 p.m. Anyone with an interest in or previous connection with Hag Dyke will be very welcome. The day’s…

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May 15, 2022

Hag Dyke Working Party

Fantastic weather allowed a productive working party at Hag Dyke to get a lot done. Painting, filling, cleaning, joinery, and some electrical work all complete, and preparation completed for the next bits of work. Just some of the tasks needed to get the hostel ready for our Hag Dyke open…

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March 28, 2022

Hag Dyke’s 75th Anniversary Open Weekend

Hag Dyke was formally opened in September 1947. We will be celebrating the 75th anniversary on the weekend of September 23rd – 25th 2022 with an open weekend for all comers. Please save the date and watch this space for further information.

Read More
March 1, 2022

New Water Supply

Hag Dyke has just installed a new water treatment plant. The project has been delayed almost 2 years by Covid but we now have a supply which meets the requirements for drinking water and is no longer the strange brown colour which will be familiar to regular visitors. We are…

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