October Half Term Holidays

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Tourist Board rating

A delightful, studio-style pod resting in Ulverston, Cumbria. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Contemporary. Hot tub. Near National Park. Countryside views. Coniston Water 10.3 miles; Lake Windermere 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1112911)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £488

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A characterful cottage set on the outskirts of the market town of Knighton, Shropshire. Pet-friendly. Barbecue. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Clun 7 miles; Presteigne 7.3 miles. (Ref. 1071744)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £404

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Retreat, a charming stone-built cottage on the outskirts of Austwick in North Yorkshire boasts a woodburning stove and nearby amenities. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.4 miles; Skipton 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1199055)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £350

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Skating Rock is a detached dormer style property resting in Bonane, County Kerry. Beautiful countryside views. Open-plan. En-suite. Glengarriff 19 miles; Killarney 25 miles (Ref. 1153435)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £655

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely, three-bedroom property resting in Sandsend, North Yorkshire. Off street parking for two cars.Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Open-plan. Whitby 3.3 miles; Robin Hood's Bay 8.3 miles; Scarborough 22 miles. (Ref. 1120649)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights From £1719

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A spectacular church conversion set in the village of Chale Green, Isle of Wight. Coastal setting. Grand interiors. Spacious accommodation. Open-plan living. Shanklin 8.2 miles; Newport 9.6 miles; Totland 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1066825)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £1155 From £999

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.3

    Good

  • Sykes rating

South Villa is a stylish holiday home in Sandsend near Whitby, North Yorkshire, boasting an enclosed courtyard and coastal charm. Robin Hood's Bay 8 miles; Guisborough 17.5 miles; Scarborough 21.6 miles; Pickering 21.5 miles. (Ref. 1196062)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £618

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £276

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farmhouse, a wonderful home on the outskirts of Austwick and Yorkshire Dales National Park, boasts serene views, hot tub and woodburning stove. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.6 miles; Skipton 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1199058)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £879

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.1

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A second floor studio apartment ideally located in the city of York. Parking, bike storage, WiFi. Beautifully decorated and well-equipped. Ideal for a city break away. (Ref. 946244)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £347

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Station Masters House is a beautiful, semi-detached house resting in the remote village of Kielder in Scottish Borders with a toasty woodburning stove. Newcastleton 10 miles; Bellingham 26.6 miles; Hexham 41.9 miles. (Ref. 1144160)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £531

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous, two-storey barn conversion rests in Kirk Langley near Brailsford, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Off-road parking. En-suite bedrooms. Ground-floor living. Derby 6.7 miles; Ashbourne 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1079448)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £1094

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Redwood is a modern detached property occupying a slightly elevated spot on the lower slopes of Wansfell. Great location to all amenities (Ref. 1042136)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights From £433

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Treetops is an outstanding detached retreat in Southerton, Devon, boasting a woodburning stove, private balcony, a barbecue, and gorgeous woodland views. Sidmouth 5.3 miles; Exmouth 9.9 miles. (Ref. 16749)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £535

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning, single-storey barn conversion resting in Burniston near Scalby in North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Scarborough 3.6 miles; Whitby 16 miles. (Ref. 1109246)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £672

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning six-bedroom home resting in Pentrefoelas near Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy. Hot tub. Games room. Countryside view. Near National Park. Original features. Rural. Llanrwst 12.2 miles; Blaenau Ffestiniog 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1059182)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £2639 From £1852

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful cottage settled on a picturesque farm in Hutton Roof, near Greystoke, Penrith. Couple’s holiday. Off-road parking. Greystoke 4.6 miles; Caldbeck 5.6 miles; Penrith 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1122690)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Thu 29th Oct
for 3 nights From £588

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A luxurious holiday home set on five acres of land, on the outskirts of Honiton town. Spacious accommodation. Open-plan living space. Access to private small holding. Axminster 11 miles; Sidmouth 11 miles (Ref. 1040465)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £947

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.