The George Starkey Hut in The Lake District is managed jointly by the ABMSAC and the Alpine Club.

It provides premier, bunkhouse style, accommodation in an excellent location in the eastern Lake District next to Ullswater. There is direct walking accesss to some of the best winter climbing in England and great multi-pitch climbing and scrambling in the area. Rock climbing in Langdale and Borrowdale can be accessed within 45 minutes by car and it is also a great location for mountain-biking, fell-running, and canoeing on Ullswater Lake.

8 beds are reserved for members and guests of the AC and ABMSAC on a first-booked, first-in basis. Given the combined numbers in our clubs, it is essential to confirm availability each time before travelling. (Regular users can apply for their own key.)

The remaining 20 beds may be booked by our clubs, or by other clubs or groups, and the availability for club booking is shown on the online calendar. In addition to the members' area, individual AC members can book half the hut (10 beds), if available, via the group booking system. Weekends book up quickly, but weekdays are often available.

There is an online booking system where members can see what is available, when, and book places to secure them. If you have any questions or problems, please email george.starkey.hut@gmail.com.

The AC offers a discount on bookings by Club members (including up to two non-members per member booking) to encourage use of the hut. To find out how to take advantage of this discount, please log into the website and select the 'Hut Discount' link in the member area.