October Half Term Holidays

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Linton Laithe is a picturesque barn conversion in Linton, near Threshfield, North Yorkshire. In Yorkshire Dales National Park. Countryside views. Pets. Grassington 1.5 miles; Skipton 8.2 miles. (Ref. 1138729)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights €2432

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A contemporary, semi-detached property, resting in the village of Praa Sands, Cornwall. Beachfront location. Stylish interior. Woodburning stove. Marazion 4.6 miles; Porthleven 5.2 miles; Helston 6.3 miles. (Ref. 1052617)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 20% off - Mon 12th Jan to 27th Mar 2026

  • 10% off - Fri 3rd Apr to 10th Apr 2026

  • 10% off - Fri 10th Apr to 17th Apr 2026

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was €1775 €1439

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A beautifully presented, second floor apartment set in the middle of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Harbour views. Open plan accommodation. Harbour 4 mins walk. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles. (Ref. 941000)

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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An outstanding, spacious apartment resting within the centre of Whitby. Electric fire. WiFi. Off-road parking. Runswick Bay 8.4 miles. (Ref. 1002245)

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Converted loft space above a garage, storing classic cars. Open-plan. Floor to ceiling windows. Shared outdoor non-heated swimming pool. Symonds Yat 2 miles; Ross-on-Wye 4 miles. (Ref. 993207)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Dishwasher
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A well-presented cottage resting in The Bay, Filey. Wood burning stove. Open-plan. Garden with patio. Pet friendly. Scarborough 7.5 miles; Bridlington 11 miles. (Ref. 1026211)

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  • Swimming pool
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  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights €486

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A stunning, three-bedroom farmhouse enjoying sea views in Bollowal near St Just, Cornwall. Luxury. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Cinema room. Sea views. Contemporary. Penzance 8 miles; St Ives 15 miles. (Ref. 1136807)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • €558 off - Fri 6th Feb to 27th Feb 2026

  • €347 off - Fri 20th Mar to 27th Mar 2026

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights €1655

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Aluph House is a well-appointed, two-bedroom cottage resting in Boughton Aluph near Wye, Kent. Enclosed garden. Use of tennis court. Close to amenities. Near AONB. Ashford 4.3 miles; Canterbury 11.7 miles; Folkestone 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1138367)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

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Blossom Cottage is a beautifully-presented abode resting in Chipping Campden, a charming town in Gloucestershire. Woodburning stove. En-suite bedroom. Moreton-in-Marsh 6.4 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 12 miles. (Ref. 1151078)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A characterful, detached cottage resting on the outskirts of Bridport, Dorset. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. West Bay 4.7 miles; Lyme Regis 13.8 miles; Weymouth 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1099459)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights €465

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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An inviting lodge nestled on a farm in Porkellis near Helston, Cornwall. Romantic. Woodburning stove. Dog friendly. Porthleven 8.1 miles; Falmouth 9 miles; Penzance 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1085332)

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

    4.8

    Outstanding

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This delightful semi-detached farm cottage rests in the civil parish of Cottam, Nottinghamshire. Large garden. Smart TV. Near Sherwood Forest. Off-road parking. Retford 8.7 miles; Lincoln 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1057269)

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  • Baby-friendly

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights €450

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Character semi-detached cottage with superb sea views. WiFi. Directly on the coastal path. Beautiful romantic retreat. Llangrannog 1.5 miles. (Ref. 15867)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes
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Penny Farthing Inn is a characterful pub resting in Aston Crews, Herefordshire, with a pool table, woodburning stove, and stunning rural views. Ross-on-Wye 5.6 miles; Gloucester 14.4 miles; Cheltenham 21 miles. (Ref. 1177354)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights €3223

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A captivating, all ground floor cottage on the Culzean Castle estate in Maybole, Scotland. Opposite beach. Woodburning stove. Dog-friendly. Girvan 10.7 miles; Ayr 12 miles; Galloway Forest Park 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1060515)

  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Tue 6th Jan to 27th Mar 2026

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A charming cottage, set over three floors and forming the larger side of the ancient Abbey Gatehouse. Antique furniture, woodburner and exposed beams. Atherstone 3 miles. (Ref. 27120)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

6 The Chase is a welcoming, single-storey apartment nestled in the countryside of Bowland Bridge, a quiet village in Cumbria. Family-friendly. Dishwasher. Windermere Train Station 7.3 miles: Ambleside 11.3 miles; Kendal 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1132152)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was €715 €567

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

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Character mid-terraced cottage near Aberaeron. Stone barn conversion, character features. En-suite. Countryside views. Pet-friendly. Children's play area plus games room and lake fishing on site. Aberaeron 3 miles (Ref. 20004)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Thu 1st Jan to 14th Feb 2026

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was €579 €514

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sally's Barn is a delightful, pet-friendly holiday home resting in the little village of Weston Rhyn in Shropshire with a toasty woodburning stove. Oswestry 4.9 miles; Wrexham 10.7 miles; Whitchurch 19.5 miles. (Ref. 1168115)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights €862

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This semi-detached Lakeland house is nestled in the village of Underbarrow, near Kendal, in the Lake District National Park. Electric woodburning-effect stove. En-suite. Kendal 4.8 miles. (Ref. 1013090)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was €1009 €785

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.