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Ghyll Crest, a splendid, six bedroom, detached holiday cottage resting in Thirsk, North Yorkshire. Secure bike storage. EV charging. Off-road parking. Northallerton 6.5 miles; Thirsk 10.3 miles. (Ref. 985761)

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

Mon 27th Oct
for 3 nights £1918

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Cois Leice, a delightful house located in Cushlecka near Mullaranny, County Mayo. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Mulranny 1.5 miles. (Ref. 1158077)

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

Mon 27th Oct
for 3 nights £660

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Old House is a stylish single-storey house in the island of Lismore, Argyll and Bute, this romantic retreat offers a woodburning stove and allows pets. Port Appin 4.1 miles; Oban 12.9 miles; Glencoe 23.4 miles. (Ref. 1171202)

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

Thu 30th Oct
for 3 nights £552

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A beautiful barn conversion. Well-equipped, high standard accommodation. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Walks nearby. Ideal romantic retreat. (Ref. 932412)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

Sun 26th Oct
for 3 nights £295

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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A terraced 16th century cottage resting in Peasenhall, Suffolk. . Pet-friendly. Rural location. Framlingham 5.5 miles; Saxmundham 6.6 miles; Aldeburgh 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1143638)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

Sun 26th Oct
for 3 nights £405

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A fabulous four-bedroom property resting rurally in Cullenagh Upper, Beaufort, in County Kerry. Near National Park. Family and pet-friendly. Countryside views. En-suite bedrooms. Woodburning stove. Killorglin 8.1 miles; Killarney 8.3 miles. (Ref. 20751)

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

Wed 29th Oct
for 3 nights £675

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A delightful two-bedroom apartment resting on the outskirts of Cononley. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Skipton 4.1 miles; Haworth 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1067340)

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

Sat 25th Oct
for 3 nights £362

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Polperro Road, a stunningly-presented holiday lodge located in the beautiful coastal town of Looe, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. En-suite master. Sea views. Polperro 4.1 miles. (Ref. 1137398)

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

Tue 28th Oct
for 3 nights £380

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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The Beach Hut is a single-storey abode situated on King’s Chalet Park in Cromer, Norfolk. Ground-floor living. Open-plan. Close to amenities and beach. Sheringham 5.5 miles; Mundesley 7.6 miles; North Walsham 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1146124)

  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

Mon 27th Oct
for 3 nights £325

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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Charming former Blacksmith's workshop located in the Lake District village of Ravenstonedale. Woodburning stone. Ideal for exploring the Dales, Lakes and North Pennines AONB. Pub less than a mile. (Ref. 993636)

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

Tue 28th Oct
for 3 nights £332

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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Pear Tree is a charming single-storey barn conversion in a peaceful courtyard setting boasting a shared games room, private patio and an open-plan layout. Holt 9 miles. (Ref. 1173829)

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

Sun 26th Oct
for 3 nights £442

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A delightful studio-style property resting on the outskirts of Craven Arms, Shropshire. Off-road parking. Less than a mile to the pub. WiFi. Church Stretton 8.4 miles; Ludlow 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1074866)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

Sat 25th Oct
for 3 nights £254

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

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A delightful terraced cottage situated in the bustling market town of Guisborough in North Yorkshire. Town centre location. Hot tub. WiFi. Saltburn-by-the-Sea 5.5 miles; Staithes 15.4 miles; Whitby 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1067109)

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

Wed 29th Oct
for 3 nights £442

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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A beautifully-appointed, semi-detached cottage nestled in the village of West Buckland near Barnstaple, Devon. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Rural location. Bideford 16.9 miles; Westward Ho! 17.5 miles; Ilfracombe 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1097324)

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

Fri 24th Oct
for 3 nights £399

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

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A detached bungalow situated in Whitford, Devon. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. Seaton 5.2 miles; Beer 6.9 miles; Lyme Regis 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1106301)

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

Sat 25th Oct
for 3 nights £474

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

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An attractive, first-floor apartment set in a mid-Victorian residence between Lake Windermere and Hawkshead. Perfect for couples. Three acres of shared gardens. Open fire. (Ref. 1043132)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

Thu 30th Oct
for 3 nights £309

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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A detached, log cabin on the outskirts of Tosside on the border of North Yorkshire and Lancashire. En-suite bathroom. Private hot tub. Tranquil location. Settle 8.3 miles; Clitheroe 14 miles; Skipton 16 miles. (Ref. 1061832)

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

Tue 28th Oct
for 3 nights £632

  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes
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Bush Nook House is a stunning, three-storey, dog-friendly house situated in Brampton, Cumbria, boasting a hot tub, woodburning stove, and off-road parking. Carlisle 17.6 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 48.3 miles. (Ref. 1178353)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room
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Thu 30th Oct
for 3 nights £1570

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Limpet Lodge, a pleasant holiday home resting in Tynemouth, Tyne and Wear. Family-friendly. Close to amenities. Close to beach. City location. Newcastle 9.8 miles; Durham 21.6 miles. (Ref. 1139373)

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

Sat 25th Oct
for 3 nights was £582 £332

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A lovely second-floor apartment set within a Victorian building in Ryde, Isle of Wight. Pet-friendly. Near a beach. Sea views. Close to amenities. Sandown 5.8 miles; Newport 7.4 miles. (Ref. 1087202)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 28th Oct
for 3 nights £369

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.