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Weekend Breaks & Short Breaks in the UK

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A charming, single-storey cottage settled in Malmesbury, Wiltshire. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. On-site cattery. Chippenham 10.6 miles; Cirencester 14.7 miles; Bath 23.2 miles. (Ref. 1081750)

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4 Albion Place is a terraced cottage settled in Chester, Cheshire. Close to a shop, pub, and river. Historic sites. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Delamere 11.6 miles; Talacre 28.2 miles. (Ref. 1148302)

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3 nights from £515

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A beautiful contemporarily-decorated glamping pod in Llanarth, Ceredigion. Hot tub. Smart TV. Decking overlooking lake. Romantic. New Quay 4.3 miles; Aberaeron 4.8 miles; Cardigan 20.1 miles. (Ref. 1108197)

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A beautifully presented mid-terrace cottage resting in Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Romantic. Close to amenities. Patio with furniture. Grassington 10.5 miles; Ripon 12.2 miles; Harrogate 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1094814)

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3 nights from £401

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A charming single-storey annexe resting in Honington near Shipston-On-Stour, Warwickshire. Ground-floor living. Countryside views. Private garden. Tennis Court. Open-plan. Moreton in Marsh 7.8 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 11 miles; Warwick 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1112360)

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3 nights from £407

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A single-storey welcoming cottage resting in Cupar, in Fife. Child and pet-friendly. Close to amenities and attractions. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. St Andrews 9.7 miles; Kirkcaldy 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1108043)

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Sophisticated first floor apartment in the centre of Harlech, overlooking the castle. Wifi, Smart TV. (Ref. 1008864)

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3 nights from £406

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A wonderful, single-storey lodge nestled in the rolling Welsh countryside in Llanyre, Powys. Hot tub. Dog-friendly. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Builth Wells 9.6 miles; Hereford 39.9 miles. (Ref. 1058642)

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A wonderful, rural lodge near Minsterley in Shropshire. Electric fire. Dog-friendly. Enclosed rear garden. Elevated view over the countryside. Shrewsbury 15.6 miles; Telford 28.5 miles. (Ref. 1113661)

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Wonderfully located barn conversion cottage in the small hamlet of Gatcombe. Well-equipped, comfortable accommodation. Enclosed patio with furniture. Stunning walks and mountain biking from cottage. Newport 4 miles. (Ref. 903663)

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3 nights from £424

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A converted barn tucked away in a country landscape near Looe. Enclosed garden. Wifi. Wood burner. Off road parking. Looe 4.5 miles. (Ref. 959945)

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3 nights from £350

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A stunning, two-bedroom lodge resting in Allerston near Thornton Dale, North Yorkshire. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Pickering 5.2 miles; Scarborough 16.2 miles; Helmsley 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1097485)

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3 nights from £810

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A fantastic two-bedroom, first-floor apartment resting in Abersoch, Gwynedd. Near a beach. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Pwllheli 8.5 miles. (Ref. 1086887)

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A lovely open-plan annexe resting in Bleathwood, Herefordshire. Country views. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Romantic. Ludlow 5.3 miles; Worcester 24.7 miles; Hereford 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1109393)

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This fabulous semi-detached house rests in Starbotton near Buckden, North Yorkshire. Enclosed patio. WiFi. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Kettlewell 1.9 miles; Hawes 13.6 miles; Skipton 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1076292)

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3 nights from £363

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A fabulous lodge resting in the quaint village of Washford, Somerset. Exceptional views. TV in rooms. WiFi. Watchet 3.2 miles; Minehead 7.2 miles; Porlock 12 miles. (Ref. 1131016)

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3 nights from £793

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This appealing detached lodge is located on the outskirts of Bolney, West Sussex. Bedrooms with en-suites. Ground-floor living. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Hickstead 3.8 miles; Brighton 15.3 miles; Lewes 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1061582)

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3 nights from £420

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This homely, semi-detached holiday cottage rests on the outskirts of Prestatyn on the North Wales coast. Pet-friendly. In walking distance of the beach. Off-road parking. Rhyl 4.7 miles; Chester 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1056234)

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3 nights from £387

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A quaint stone-built cottage resting on the outskirts of Weymouth. Open-plan living. Off-road parking. WiFi. Dorchester 6.4 miles; Fortuneswell 8.2 miles. (Ref. 1061544)

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3 nights from £509

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A superb detached property in an idyllic position, is this detached cottage is set in an ideal location where you can enjoy a true slice of rural life. Sligo Town 12 miles (Ref. 959017)

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3 nights from £438

This collection of weekend breaks in the UK and short breaks in the UK offers a fantastic escape to cities steeped in history, as well as destinations set in rolling countryside. Take a break from the hustle and bustle and explore the delights of the UK - from sleepy hamlets to coastal weekend getaways, and rustic adventures – when you book mini breaks in the UK. 

Why Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks? 

Cottage weekend breaks in the UK provide you with something to look forward to, all without the need to negotiate time off from work. Spend leisurely Sundays hiking through the UK's untamed landscapes, retreat to the seaside to recharge after a busy week or find solace in a rural village; the opportunities are endless with UK weekend breaks. 

Short breaks in the UK are ideal for any occasion! Whether you’re a family in search of adventurous fun near a national park, a group of friends seeking relaxation in a lodge with a hot tub, or a couple yearning for a romantic getaway; these UK short breaks offer it all. 

These short breaks start at a two-night stay. So, whether you’re after lovely lodges, spacious homes, or rustic abodes with crackling woodburning stoves, you can find your ideal mini breaks here! 

Places to visit during Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks 

There are so many wonderful locations to uncover during these short breaks! Why not savour a weekend break in Scotland? Amazing sights, a wealth of outdoor activities and historic attractions are just a few highlights here. For even more outdoor fun during your UK weekend break, we recommend booking a short break in North Wales or a short break in the Lake District

Other must-visit regions offering short breaks in the UK include: 

Cheshire short breaks 

Cornwall short breaks

Cotswolds short breaks 

Derbyshire short breaks 

Devon short breaks

Dorset short breaks 

Hampshire short breaks 

Ireland short breaks 

Isle of Wight short breaks

Kent short breaks

Lancashire short breaks 

Lincolnshire short breaks 

North Yorkshire short breaks 

Northumberland short breaks 

Pembrokeshire short breaks 

Shropshire short breaks 

Somerset short breaks 

Suffolk short breaks 

Surrey short breaks 

Wiltshire short breaks

Types of Short Breaks & Weekend Breaks 

Want to treat your loved one to a special weekend break? We recommend browsing this hand-picked selection of romantic weekend getaways. Alternatively, enjoy a long weekend away with those who mean most by choosing a bank holiday weekend cottage. If you prefer a secluded holiday, you should explore this array of log cabin weekend breaks or weekend caravan breaks

Browse these cottages for 2-night stays for your next short break, or if you fancy exploring a new place at a slightly quieter time, these midweek breaks will be ideal.

However, if you want to enjoy a short break during the festive period, these Christmas and New Year short breaks are the perfect choice. Alternatively, get even more out of winter by enjoying a winter short break. If you’d prefer short getaways at a warmer time of year, perhaps these autumn short breaks are a better choice. 

Can’t decide? Check out this broad range of self-catering UK holiday cottages to find the ideal property for you.