October Half Term Holidays

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Swn-Y-Wylan is a picturesque, detached house resting on a beach in Red Wharf Bay, Isle of Anglesey, boasting a hot tub, woodburning stove, and Smart TV. Red Wharf Bay 0.1 miles; Menai Bridge 7.5 miles; Llandudno 30.2 miles. (Ref. 1162389)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £1216 £960

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Swallow’s Nest is a charming, converted cattle shed situated in the village of Redbourne, Lincolnshire. Woodburning stove. Garden with patio. Woodburning stove. Gainsborough 14.6 miles. (Ref. 1135990)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £384 £311

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Pheasant Cottage is a delightful, two-bedroom holiday home resting in Hurst, North Yorkshire. Near Yorkshire Dales National Park. Countryside. Open fire. Richmond 10.4 miles; Leyburn 12.8 miles; Barnard Castle 19.4 miles; Kirkby Stephen 27.9 miles. (Ref. 1140216)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £533 £447

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Beautiful, wooden-clad lodge resting on the outskirts of Greetham in the county of Rutland. Sauna. WiFi. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden with hot tub. (Ref. 972998)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £613 £506

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A first class holiday cottage situated in the famous town of Haworth, the home of the Bronte sisters. Woodburner. AGA. WiFi. Copper bath. Character features throughout. Skipton 10 miles. (Ref. 30156)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £477 £412

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

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This romantic apartment is based in Penrith, Cumbria. Open-plan living. WiFi. Keswick 17 miles; Carlisle 20 miles. (Ref. 996673)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sweden Bridge Cottage is a delightful cottage located in the village of Ambleside in Cumbria. In the Lake District National Park. Driveway parking. Grasmere 4.2 miles; Windermere 5 miles; Keswick 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1156397)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £784

  • Sleeps13
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A contemporary, six-bedroom barn conversion situated on the outskirts of Ellel, near to the city of Lancaster. Views of Morecambe Bay. Underfloor heating. Pet-friendly. Rural location. Lancaster 5.7 miles. (Ref. 929146)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Games room

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £2177 £1820

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Stunning barn conversion. Both bedrooms en-suite. Ideally situated for Yorkshire Dales and South Lakes. WiFi. Wood burning stove. Village location. Kendal 5 minutes. (Ref. 972379)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £528 £405

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This excellent barn conversion rests in Derwen, North Wales. Beautiful valley views. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Ruthin 5.8 miles; Corwen 6.1 miles; Llangollen 15.9 miles. (Ref. 926235)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £1296

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An outstanding, boho-style shepherd's hut situated in the village of Head's Nook on the outskirts of Brampton near Carlisle. Private hot tub. Wood burning stove. Secluded setting. Carlisle 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1049869)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Luxury coastal ground floor property, located on Fishermans Bank, Mudeford. Amazing views of Christchurch Harbour. En-suite master room. Pet-friendly. Shop 0.9 miles, pub 0.3 miles. (Ref. 1006623)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Washing machine
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Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £707

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This stunning converted stable is located in Catsfield, East Sussex. Enclosed courtyard. Open-plan living. Romantic. Battle 2.9 miles; Bexhill-on Sea 5 miles; Hastings 7.2 miles. (Ref. 1094693)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Molly's Cottage, a beautifully-decorated holiday abode in the lovely village of East Knapton near Rillington, North Yorkshire. Underfloor heating. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Filey 15.2 miles; Scarborough 15.4 miles; York 25.6 miles. (Ref. 1148579)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £652

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautifully appointed barn conversion, attached to the owner's Somerset farmhouse, one mile from Mark village. Single-storey character accommodation in a peaceful setting with woodburning stove and rural views. Burnham-on-Sea 5 miles. (Ref. 924756)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £391

  • Sleeps20
  • Bedrooms11
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Eden Bay Retreat is a spacious terraced holiday home residing in Morecambe, Lancashire. Cinema room. Off-road parking. En-suites. Sea views. Near beach. Heysham 3.2 miles; Lancaster 4.3 miles; Lake District National Park 21.6 miles. (Ref. 1122706)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £1979 £1589

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Arfryn is a fabulous pet-friendly house in Solva, Pembrokshire, boasting ground-floor living and has sea views to admire whilst being close to amenities. St Davids 3.2 miles; Haverfordwest 13.7 miles. (Ref. 1171349)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £482

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An inviting conversion resting in Biddulph Moor near Biddulph, Staffordshire. Rural location. Off-road parking. Shared garden. Biddulph 3 miles; Blackshaw Moor 8.3 miles; Nantwich 21.1 miles (Ref. 1131319)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Backstage is a fantastic annex resting in Pitlochry, Perthshire. Off-road parking. Private garden. Close to a river. Perth 26.2 miles. (Ref. 1123177)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £386 £307

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A luxury detached farmhouse, surrounded by open countryside in the Durham Dales. En-suite bedrooms, large woodburner, ample off road parking and enclosed garden. Separate games room with additional bedroom. Walks from the doorstep. Stanhope 3 miles. (Ref. 921311)

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

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.