October Half Term Holidays

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Delightful, cosy cottage with woodburning stove and luxury hot tub. Lovely rural location with stunning views. Perfect location for touring Wales and Snowdonia National Park. Welshpool 8 miles. (Ref. 931076)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £353

Last booked 1 hour ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautifully presented, second floor apartment set in the middle of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Harbour views. Open plan accommodation. Harbour 4 mins walk. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles. (Ref. 941000)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £326

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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A pleasant duplex holiday home situated in Chapel Stile. Perfect for a family or two couples. Idyllic location. Pet-friendly. (Ref. 1042921)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £495

Last booked 2 hours ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Bank House is a charming 15th-century cottage nestled in Hingham, Norfolk, boasting a toasty woodburning stove, enclosed garden and nearby pub and shop. Wymondham 6.5 miles; Watton 6.9 miles; Norwich 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1178804)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £389

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Wonderful barn conversion resting within the owner's smallholding, on the fringes of the Lincolnshire Wolds. WiFi. Smart TV. Woodburner. Character features. (Ref. 971863)

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

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £417

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A fabulous, two-bedroom barn conversion resting rurally at Langley Ridge Farm near Shipton-Under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire. Countryside views. In AONB. Woodburning stove. Stylish. Leafield 1.8 miles; Chipping Norton 7 miles; Bourton-on-the-Water 14.9 miles. (Ref. 1133364)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £600

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming characterful cottage by the river at the centre of Ironbridge. WiFi. Bedroom views of the Iron Bridge. Lovely garden. Short walk to town. Telford 7 miles. (Ref. 996061)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £415 £384

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful end-terrace cottage on the edge of the village of Allithwaite, close to Cartmel and Grange-over-Sands. Woodburning stove, Jacuzzi bath, 3D TV. Pub next door. Grange-over-Sands 2 miles. (Ref. 27583)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £406 £355

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

2 Welford Barns, a delightful barn conversion rests in Fordingbridge, Hampshire. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Outdoor space with furniture. Salisbury 11.3 miles; Bournemouth 16.6 miles; Cranborne Chase National Landscape 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1162549)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £326

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An immaculate second floor apartment in the very heart of Dartmouth. Central location just seconds from Royal Avenue Gardens, art galleries and the famous riverfront. (Ref. 1069169)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £714

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.1

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A well-positioned, three-bedroom cottage resting in Southbourne, Dorset. Sea glimpses. Close to beach and amenities. Ground-floor living. Dog-friendly. Bournemouth 4.2 miles. (Ref. 1165067)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £695

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming, studio log cabin on elevated ground, based in the village of Glenboig near Coatbridge. Far-reaching views. Perfect for couples. Ample off-road parking. Glasgow 12.2 miles; Stirling 20.1 miles. (Ref. 982863)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £309

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An idyllic, stone-built cottage resting on the outskirts of the town of New Mills. WiFi. Hot tub. Sonos sound system. Chapel-en-le-Frith 6 miles. (Ref. 1017057)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £509

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Rose Cottage is a gorgeous home set in the historic village of Hartington in the heart of the Peak District National Park, enjoying a woodburning stove. Bakewell 10.8 miles; Buxton 12.6 miles. (Ref. 1165522)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £406

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Lower Pack Horse Cottage is a harmonious Grade-II listed cottage in the town of Winchcombe in Gloucestershire, boasting a woodburning stove and a Smart TV. Cheltenham 7.7 miles; Broadway 10 miles; Gloucester 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1131021)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £712

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A well-appointed, two-bedroom cottage resting in St Ann's Chapel, Devon. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities and beach. Pet-friendly. Sea glimpses. Kingsbridge 6.4 miles; Salcombe 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1131105)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £472

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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A large, semi-detached house resting in Crooklands, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Bedrooms with en-suites. Hot tub. Milnthorpe 3.1 miles; Kendal 6.4 miles; Windermere 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1079727)

  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £1485

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A detached bungalow, a stone's throw from the beach in Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy. Ground-floor living. Close to beach. Rear garden. Off-road parking. Colwyn Bay 2.2 miles; Llandudno 4.2 miles; Betws-y-Coed 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1129848)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £428

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautiful first floor apartment, part of the wonderful Mar Lodge Estate in the Cairngorms National Park, Scotland. Dog-friendly. Large estate grounds. Off-road parking. Braemar 4.2 miles; Ballater 20.9 miles; Aberdeen 60.8 miles. (Ref. 1060444)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £659

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A well-appointed, end-terrace cottage resting within the village of Buckden. WiFi. Woodburner. Grassington 10.6 miles. (Ref. 1012594)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights £450

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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.