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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A spacious and stylish single-storey holiday home near Whepstead close to Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Parking. WiFi. Welcome gift. Bury St Edmunds 6.7miles; Stowmarket 18.9 miles; Orford 47.2 miles. (Ref. 1116805)

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

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights From £571

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This charming cottage is situated in the village of Lower Dean in Cambs. On a working farm. Three bedrooms. Off road parking and garden. Kimbolton 2 miles. (Ref. 966776)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £642 From £484

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Award-winning 18th century Ludlow cottage with character beams and woodburning stove. Immaculately renovated and decorated to create luxury accommodation throughout. Ludlow town centre and 13th century castle 5 mins walk. (Ref. 7120)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Sun 1st Nov 2026 to 27th Mar 2027

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £1905 From £1510

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Candle Croft is a charming house resting in Tolgus Mount near Redruth, Cornwall, allowing two pets and boasting an enclosed garden and a Smart TV. Falmouth 11.5 miles; St Ives 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1117693)

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

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights From £402

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This one bedroom cosy Norfolk cottage is a perfect hideaway located in the beautiful Norfolk countryside but with excellent access for exploring both Norfolk and Suffolk. (Ref. 912153)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £301

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The View is a pleasant single-storey cottage resting in Goodnestone near Faversham, Kent. Romantic. Countryside views. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Faversham 2.1 miles; Chilham 6.3 miles; Whitstable 6 miles; Canterbury 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1150231)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £424 From £314

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A splendid traditional Grade II listed cottage set in the charming village of Pencombe in Herefordshire. Beautiful garden. Three bedrooms. Bromyard 3 miles. (Ref. 942746)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £419 From £413

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.4★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

An attractive bungalow resting in Freshwater near Yarmouth, Isle of Wight. Open-plan. Accessible. Pet-free. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Newport 11.1 miles; Ryde 17.6 miles. (Ref. 26614)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights was £402 From £368

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming single-storey property perched in Alford, Lincolnshire. Dog-friendly. Near an AONB. Pretty views. 5.3 miles; Louth 13.8 miles; Skegness 14.7 miles; Horncastle 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1122497)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £552

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An annexe-style dwelling, resting on the outskirts of Ammanford. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Llanelli 12 miles; Swansea 13 miles. (Ref. 977490)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £476 From £420

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

2 West Street, a wonderful, single-storey holiday cottage resting in Norham, Northumberland. Smart TV. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Berwick-upon-Tweed 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1163006)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £427

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.3★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

Garden Cottage, a lovely cottage located in the village of Acton Turville in Gloucestershire. Countryside. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor living. Smart TV. Chippenham 9.5 miles; Bath 14.3 miles; Bristol 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1156900)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £297

Last booked 5 hours ago
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  • 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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights was £442 From £350

Last booked 2 hours ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning timber lodge based in St Buryan, Cornwall. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Country views. Penzance 4 miles; St Ives 12 miles. (Ref. 1001343)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £431

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Penrallt is a lovely, single-storey holiday cottage that lies near the quaint village of Pentrefoelas in Conwy with an enclosed garden and bike storage. Betws-y-Coed 8.5 miles; Conwy 23.7 miles; Llandudno 26 miles (Ref. 1160616)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £466 From £342

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This delightful, two-bedroom holiday barn rests in Nantmel, near Rhayader, Powys. Countryside. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Llandrindod Wells 6.1 miles; Aberystwyth 34.7 miles. (Ref. 1130599)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £533 From £491

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This delightful, single-storey lodge rests upon Manleigh Park in Combe Martin, Devon. In AONB. Close to the beach. Family-friendly. On-site facilities. Countryside views. Ilfracombe 8.1 miles; Woolacombe 10.4 miles; Barnstaple 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1129367)

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

Thu 29th Oct
for 3 nights From £442

Last booked yesterday
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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.