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October Half Term Holidays UK

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A lovely bungalow in the quiet village of Killavullen, County Cork. WiFi. 15 acres of land. Off-road parking. Ideal for families. Mallow 9 miles. (Ref. 943326)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

7 nights from Sat 19th Oct £368

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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This ground floor pod can be found in Craswall, Herefordshire. Spacious garden. Perfect for couples. Hay-on-Wye 7 miles; Peterchurch 8 miles. (Ref. 986635)

  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from Fri 1st Nov was £445 £408

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    3.4

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A traditional end-of-terrace cottage in the heart of Staveley, Lake District. Open fire. Views of the hills. WiFi. Windermere 3.7 miles; Kendal 5.1 miles. (Ref. 1126995)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from Fri 1st Nov was £646 £618

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A contemporary cottage in the heart of Southwold. Family-friendly. Parking. WiFi. Central location. Welcome gift. Thorpeness 16.5 miles; Aldeburgh 17.8 miles; Orford 24.3 miles; Felixstowe 39.5 miles. (Ref. 1116867)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 1st Nov was £1133 £1084

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A beautiful four-storey townhouse resting in the seaside town of Seaton, Devon. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Near to beach. Colyford 1.7 miles; Branscombe 4.7 miles; Exmouth 21.3 miles. (Ref. 1063005)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Thu 31st Oct was £2026 £1848

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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An attractive, single-storey barn conversion resting in Seworgan near Constantine, Cornwall. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Romantic. Falmouth 8.9 miles; Truro 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1095845)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from Sat 19th Oct £559

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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2 Morton Cottages is a charming, two-bedroom abode settled in Winmarleigh near Garstang, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Lancaster 9.8 miles; Morecambe 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1141501)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from Fri 1st Nov was £469 £449

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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This splendid second-floor apartment is located on the outskirts of Porthcawl, South Wales. No pets. Sea views. Bedroom with en-suite. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Bridgend 8.2 miles; Port Talbot 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1070645)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from Fri 1st Nov was £528 £484

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Smart and stylish apartment close to shores of Loch Ness. Cosy and well-equipped. Tastefully presented. Surrounded by hills. Stunning scenery and wildlife. Inverness 20 miles. (Ref. 941487)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from Sat 2nd Nov was £439 £420

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A lovely three-bedroom lodge resting on the South Lakeland Leisure Village in Carnforth, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. Open-plan. On-site facilities. Off-road parking. Capernwray 3 miles; Lake District 10 miles (Ref. 1119604)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 18th Oct was £657 £500

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A contemporary, semi-detached cottage nestled in the village of Helsby, Cheshire. Hot tub. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Ellesmere Port 6.5 miles; Chester 7.5 miles; Warrington 14.8 miles. (Ref. 999307)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

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A fantastic bungalow nestled on the grounds of the Grade II listed Harcombe House in Chudleigh, Devon. Open-plan. On-site facilities. Private garden. Disabled-friendly. Newton Abbot 9.9 miles; Exeter 11.1 miles; Torquay 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1107646)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from Sat 2nd Nov was £572 £475

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A delightful, semi-detached cottage in Suffolk village of Hollesley. En-suite bedroom, enclosed garden, walks and cycle routes from doorstep. Woodbridge 8 miles. (Ref. 15131)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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Cosy romantic hideaway on the shores of Lough Mask at Ballinrobe, County Mayo. Woodland setting. Open plan living. Open fire. Ballinrobe 3 miles (Ref. 961798)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

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This wonderful coastal duplex apartment resides in Dartmouth, Devon. Close to beach and amenities. Smart TV. Enclosed terrace. Dogs accepted from September 2023. Totnes 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1114978)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from Sat 2nd Nov was £945 £865

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

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This pleasant lodge rests in Honicombe Park near Gunnislake, Cornwall. On-site facilities. Off-road parking. Garden with patio. Tavistock 6.6 miles; Plymouth 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1051283)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from Sat 2nd Nov was £448 £429

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes
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This delightful, four-bedroom holiday home rests in Oldshore Beg near Kinlochbervie, Highland. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Families. Durness 21.4 miles; Lairg 51 miles; Inverness 98.4 miles. (Ref. 1108398)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Beautiful converted barn in the town of Ashburton in Dartmoor. Woodburning stove. Amenities walking distance. Exposed wooden beams. Dartmoor National Park. (Ref. 980894)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sat 2nd Nov was £568 £533

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo
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2 Four Seasons is a well-positioned, ground-floor apartment resting in Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Close to amenities and beach. Open-plan. Stylish. Family-friendly. St Ives 2.2 miles; Hayle 3.4 miles; Penzance 8.2 miles. (Ref. 1140917)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from Fri 1st Nov was £590 £571

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    3.8

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This quaint cottage is situated in the village of Malborough, Devon. Off-road parking. Garden with furniture. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Salcombe 2.8 miles; Kingsbridge 4.4 miles. (Ref. 1070089)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from Sat 2nd Nov was £414 £371

Just because we're heading into the cooler months of the year doesn't mean you have to cut back on having fun during the October half term holidays in the UK! Take a look at these marvellous lettings and make the most of the crisp, autumnal air in the countryside, catch some of the last-minute warmth along the coast, or simply visit one of Britain's lively cities for an exciting stay; there is so much to choose from.

Why October Half Term Holidays UK?

Make the most of the week-long break and treat yourself and your loved ones to one of these UK breaks in October. This selection of October half term holidays UK will leave you feeling spoilt for choice, with detached holiday homes available for those with children, peaceful lodges for friends, romantic breaks in shepherd's huts, and so much more. Traveling with the kids is ideal in the October half term breaks. Even though the days are getting shorter and the first frost has arrived, it's a perfect time to enjoy one of the great UK breaks in October. With busy summer crowds tucked away for the year, roads are clearer and restaurants have plenty of tables for you to enjoy!

Places to Visit for October Half Term in the UK

Treat your family to an autumn break in the great outdoors for October half term breaks in the UK, such as hiking up the mountains in the Peak District, trying your hand at watersports in the Lake District or partaking in an array of exhilarating adventures in Snowdonia. Perhaps you'd prefer to soak up some sun during your break and travel towards the south, where coastal stays in Cornwall, Devon and Suffolk can be enjoyed. The half-term can also be a great way to spend some quality time with a loved one, why not take them away to the Cotswolds or the Scottish Highlands for a romantic getaway? Bring some excitement to the week and treat the kids to a stay near Thorpe Park or Alton Towers, or you can take the family overseas to Northern Ireland or the Isle of Wight for an unforgettable stay!

Types of Holiday

If you'd prefer to spend half term relaxing at home, but dedicate part of the week to a short stay away, these city breaks or weekend cottage breaks might be perfect for you! Want to spend the October half term with all the family? Browse this array of large holiday cottages and dog friendly holiday cottages. Treat yourself and make your getaway a luxurious one by booking a break at one of the luxury cottages available or choosing one of these holiday lodges and log cabins with hot tubs.