Introducing our new team at the IOU Hostel, Hebden Bridge
September 2025 – we said a joyful but heartfelt goodbye to our wonderful Hostel Manager, Jill Penny.
Since we opened our doors in April 2022, Jill has been at the heart of IOU Hostel – leading the team with warmth, humour, and endless dedication. Working side by side with IOU CEO Joanne Wain, she has helped turn a vision into reality, supported by our brilliant crew of managers, housekeepers, builders, plumbers and creatives.
“Jill has been a delight to work with in establishing IOU Hostel as a new business. We’ve laughed and cried together and enjoyed every minute. She is one of the most reliable people in the business – warm, caring, and the best chef ever. She will be hugely missed by all at IOU and our incredible guests.” Joanne Wain, IOU CEO
At the same time, we’re delighted to introduce our new team:
Scott Patient (Hostel Manager), Caren Thompson (Duty Manager) and Jamina Carter (Assistant Duty Manager). Together, they will build on Jill’s amazing legacy, shaping IOU Hostel into a truly unique place for Calderdale’s visitors – and the home for creative retreats and wellbeing programmes.
Watch this space!
