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October Half Term Holidays UK

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Handsome, detached stone cottage in idyllic setting, close to beaches. Pet friendly. Parking. Wifi. Extensive grounds. Penzance 2 miles. (Ref. 1014569)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Sat 19th Oct was €876 €709

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Well-appointed barn conversion nestled close to the Wales/England border, some 8 miles from the centre of Oswestry. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Llanymynech 4.1 miles. (Ref. 1000425)

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.6

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A ground-floor apartment resting in the seaside town of Alnmouth, Northumberland. Ground-floor living. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Warkworth 4.7 miles; Alnwick 4.7 miles; Amble 6.1 miles (Ref. 1121827)

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.4

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A contemporary terraced house resting in St Ives, Cornwall. Sea views. Sky cinema plus BT Sport. Off-road parking. Short walk to beach. Carbis Bay 2 miles; Penzance 9 miles; Falmouth 26 miles. (Ref. 1073997)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.0

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This historic, ground-floor apartment resides in Buchlyvie, Stirling. Woodburning stove. Traditional. Off-road parking. Aberfoyle 5.8 miles; Stirling 17.2 miles; Loch Lomond 23.4 miles. (Ref. 1044861)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A delightsome, single-storey holiday home resting in Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire. Sea-views. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Peterhead 8.5 miles; Ellon 11.4 miles; Aberdeen 24.2 miles. (Ref. 1095549)

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.7

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A lovely three-storey cottage lying at the centre of Kingsbridge, Devon. Close to the coast. Ideal for families. Pet-friendly. Salcombe 6.2 miles; Bigbury-on-Sea 9 miles; Ivybridge 12.6 miles. (Ref. 1060263)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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A lovely first floor apartment located in the village of Porth, Cornwall. Open-plan. Views of the beach. Sky TV. Newquay 1.3 miles; Truro 15 miles. (Ref. 981047)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A wonderful duplex apartment resting on the seafront in Pittenweem, Fife. Woodburning stoves. Ideal for couples. Sea views. Anstruther 1.6 miles; St Andrews 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1064091)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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A well-appointed holiday home boasting countryside views near Bodedern, Anglesey. Dog-friendly. Open-plan. Countryside views. Gas fire. Holyhead 5.9 miles; Beaumaris 20.8 miles (Ref. 1127456)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from Fri 1st Nov €475

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes
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An attractive, well-presented holiday home in Beadnell in Northumberland. Close to beach. Open fire. Family-friendly, Pet-friendly. Parking. WiFi. Seahouses 2 miles; Bamburgh 5.3 miles; Amble 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1122042)

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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This romantic, single-storey annex sits in the hamlet of Rhoscefnhir near Pentraeth, Anglesey. Beautiful views. Rural location. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Red Wharf Bay 3.7 miles; Benllech 4.6 miles; Beaumaris 7 miles. (Ref. 1004339)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A modest holiday home resting just outside of Penrith in Cumbria. Off-road parking. Garden. Family-friendly. Pet-free. Keswick 17.6 miles; Carlisle 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1112835)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sat 19th Oct was €706 €453

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A superb barn conversion set in tranquil and peaceful surroundings, with a hot tub. Luxury en-suite bathrooms and open plan living with woodburning stove. Torver 2 miles. (Ref. 25708)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Sky TV
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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A simply stunning holiday cottage close to Lower Burnmouth on the Scottish Borders. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Close to beach. Parking. WiFi. Berwick-Upon-Tweed 6.4 miles; Tweedmouth 7.2 miles; Bamburgh 26 miles. (Ref. 1122070)

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A quaint, glamping pod based on the fringes of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Romantic dwelling. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Pickering 15.4 miles; Whitby 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1124566)

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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A contemporary home resting upon Ynys Faelog near Menai Bridge, Anglesey. Sea views. Stylish. Hot tub. Ground-floor living. Close to amenities. Llanfairpwllgwyngyll 2.3 miles; Beaumaris 4.4 miles; Bangor 5.8 miles; Caernarfon 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1123613)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 1st Nov was €3221 €2580

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A fabulous four-bedroom holiday home resting in Woolacombe, Devon. Sea views. Hot tub. Contemporary. Pet-friendly. Near beach and amenities. Woodburning stove. Ilfracombe 5.2 miles; Barnstaple 12 miles; Exmoor National Park 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1104732)

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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This charming log cabin lies near the village of Longnor, Staffordshire. Open-plan. Moorland and hillside views. Buxton 6 miles; Bakewell 9 miles. (Ref. 941346)

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

7 nights from Fri 18th Oct was €528 €504

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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This superb, single-storey holiday cottage rests in a private location in Muff, County Donegal. Games room. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Rangemaster cooker. Culmore 2.4 miles; Burnfoot 6.6 miles; Derry 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1131685)

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  • 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.