October Half Term Holidays

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Bay Horse Farm is a semi-detached farmhouse situated in an idyllic farm setting on the edge of Skipton, North Yorkshire. Open fire. Alpacas and pigs on-site. Walking location. Grassington 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1128124)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £1245

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A contemporary, single-storey cottage resting in the village of Copley, near Barnard Castle, in County Durham. Ground-floor living. Romantic. Patio. WiFi. Staindrop 6.1 miles; Darlington 16.4 miles; Durham 20.5 miles; Richmond 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1077164)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights was £329 £308

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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85A Braybrooke Road is a stylish, detached holiday home resting in the town of Desborough, Northamptonshire, with a hot tub, a Smart TV, and a sauna. Rushton 3 miles; Kettering 7.1 miles; Northampton 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1165047)

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  • Baby-friendly

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £1825

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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An end-terrace ground floor flat. Next to the River Tay and the Dunkeld Cathedral. Open plan living area. Lawned garden with patio. Easy access to local amenities. Blairgowrie 12 miles. (Ref. 952741)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £615 £490

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A superb cottage situated in the rural settlement of Farrington in Dorset. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Pizza oven. Shaftesbury 5.6 miles; Blandford Forum 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1003500)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £422 £349

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This fantastic reverse-level barn conversion rests in Cross Keys, Herefordshire. Hot tub. Open-plan living. Garden with furniture. Countryside views. Leominster 11.3 miles. (Ref. 1066966)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £676 £670

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A spacious, semi-detached property attached to the owner’s home close to the village of Belbroughton in Worcestershire. Smart TV. Patio. Ideal for families. Bromsgrove 4.5 miles; Stourbridge 6.9 miles; Kidderminster 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1098248)

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  • Baby-friendly

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights £652

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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The Hayloft is a beautiful, detached barn-conversion settled in Chislet near Herne Bay, Kent. Near Kent Downs AONB. Woodburning stove. Thatched roof. Whitstable 9.6 miles; Canterbury 7.8 miles; Broadstairs 13.5 miles; Dover 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1143828)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights £640

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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

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  • Swimming pool
  • Hot Tub
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Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £372

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A wonderful, white-washed holiday cottage in Keswick, Cumbria. Dog-friendly. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Character features. In Lake District National Park. Bassenthwaite 7.4 miles; Cockermouth 14.3 miles; Ullswater 17 miles. (Ref. 1123558)

  • Wi-fi

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £462

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.3

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Lodge with hot tub and views over Lake Windermere. Sleeps 2, Four poster bed, woodburning stove.WIFI available. up to 3 medium dogs welcome. No babies/children. Not suitable for the infirm due to layered decking area. (Ref. 1041749)

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Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £540

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This semi-detached country cottage rests in the Bellamour area on the outskirts of Rugeley, Staffordshire. Smart TV. WiFi. Rural setting. Handsacre 5.2 miles; Stoke-on-Trent 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1026411)

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  • Baby-friendly

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £517

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Dalton Cottage, a beautiful detached home resting in the village of Llansaint, South Wales. Period features. Woodburning stove. Pool table. Pet-friendly. Kidwelly 2 miles, Carmarthen 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1154146)

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Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £641 £497

Last booked 3 hours ago
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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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Ty Eiddew (Ivy Cottage), is a stone terraced cottage nestled in the village of Llanystumdwy on the outskirts of Criccieth, Gwynedd. Pet-friendly. Near Eryri National Park. Pet-friendly. Porthmadog 6.3 miles; Portmeirion 9.3 miles; Abersoch 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1126626)

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Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights £343

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Wheelwrights Cottage is a charming, detached cottage situated in Beeston, Cheshire, with two open-fires, an enclosed garden, and lovely countryside views. Nantwich 10 miles; Chester 12.8 miles; Stoke-on-Trent 27.4 miles. (Ref. 1168668)

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Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £593

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A pretty ground-floor cottage, nestled close to the market town of Langport. Open-plan living. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Langport 4 miles; Glastonbury 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1042359)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £452 £409

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A quaint stone-built cottage resting on the outskirts of Weymouth. Open-plan living. Off-road parking. WiFi. Dorchester 6.4 miles; Fortuneswell 8.2 miles. (Ref. 1061544)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights £574

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Parlour Barn is a charming barn conversion situated on the outskirts of Leek, Staffordshire. Woodburner. Sauna. Enclosed garden. Hot tub. Shared game room. Alton Towers 9.3 miles; Buxton 13.4 miles; Ashbourne 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1164375)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £1197

Last booked 8 hours ago
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Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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24 Lakeside is a charming, lakeside log cabin resting in the quaint village of Felton in the heart of Northumberland. Smart TV. Hot tub. Lake views. Felton 4 miles; Alnwick 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1139335)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £590

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This delightful, one-bedroom apartment rests on the edge of Galmpton, Devon. Romantic. Riverside position. Smart TV. Open-plan. River views. Brixham 3.5 miles. (Ref. 1123695)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £492

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.