October Half Term Holidays

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A remarkable farmhouse nestled in the little village of Quin, County Clare. Enclosed garden. Rural location. Family-friendly. Ennis 5.2 miles. (Ref. 1077654)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £508

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Wonderfully presented barn conversion near Little Hereford, on the outskirts of Ludlow and the Shropshire border. Hot tub. Superfast Broadband. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Tenbury 4 miles. (Ref. 969150)

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  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £496

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Old Piggery is a charming, dog-friendly, single-storey farm stay resting in Kemberton, Shropshire, boasting a barbecue, enclosed garden, and Smart TV. Wolverhampton 15.8 miles; Shrewsbury 19.9 miles; Shropshire Hills National Landscape 25.6 miles. (Ref. 1171421)

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

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £541

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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A Victorian, stone-built terraced cottage, close to the centre of Haworth village in West Yorkshire. Great location. Woodburning stove. Hebden Bridge 8 miles; Bradford miles 9.4 miles; Skipton 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1045782)

  • Wi-fi

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £297

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This characterful end-terrace cottage rests in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Romantic. Countryside views. Contemporary interior. Huddersfield 7.4 miles; Manchester 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1054885)

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  • Dishwasher
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Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £408

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A two-storey detached fisherman's cottage in the Seatown of Cullen, Scotland. Woodburners. Sloping ceilings and skylight windows. Elgin 21 miles. (Ref. 989552)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £467

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Delightful, detached cottage in Caynham village. Converted cider mill with wealth of oak beams and trusses. Quality, open plan, contemporary accommodation. Excellent walking. Ludlow 3 miles. (Ref. 16683)

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  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £416 £346

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A beautifully-presented, single-storey abode residing in Lytchett Matravers, Dorset. Near an AONB. Off-road parking. Hot tub. En-suite bedrooms. Poole 5.9 miles; Bournemouth 11.4 miles; Dorchester 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1084629)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights £1308

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A stunning, single-storey barn conversion resting in Burniston near Scalby in North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Scarborough 3.6 miles; Whitby 16 miles. (Ref. 1109246)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
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Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £813

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.3

    Good

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A detached property resting within the village of Mullion. Woodburning fire. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Pub and shop within 0.1 miles. (Ref. 1002278)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £560

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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Lovely detached cottage on edge of Yorkshire Dales village of Giggleswick. Three bedrooms, ideal for families. Settle 1 mile. (Ref. 9165)

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  • Baby-friendly

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £346

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A contemporary single-storey barn conversion resting rurally in Ivinghoe Aston near Ivinghoe, Buckinghamshire. In AONB. Countryside views. Stylish. Romantic. Whipsnade 4.4 miles; Dunstable 5 miles; Berkhamsted 8.6 miles; Watford 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1020743)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £481

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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A bespoke wooden lodge, resting on the outskirts of Greetham village in Rutland, East Midlands. Swimming pool access. Barbecue. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Oakham 7.8 miles; Leicester 27.4 miles. (Ref. 1056286)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £596 £475

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

7 Lake View is a stylish lodge in Windermere, Cumbria, boasting proximity to a lake with partial views, open-plan living, Smart TV, and underfloor heating. Ambleside 3.2 miles; Kendal 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1189982)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £626

Last booked 8 hours ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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The Stall is an enchanting, pet-friendly property near Kealkill, County Cork, boasting open-plan living, an electric fire, and stunning countryside views. Bantry 5.2 miles. (Ref. 1173254)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights £499

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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This excellent, two-bedroom barn conversion rests in Wincanton, Somerset. Countryside. Bedroom with en-suite. Open-plan. Wet room. Glastonbury 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1052563)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £483

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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Number 16 is a welcoming bungalow nestled in the market town of Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Smart TVs. Horncastle 6.3 miles; Louth 19.3 miles; Lincoln 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1152801)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £462

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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A remarkable stone-built holiday home resting in Teversal near Stanton Hill, Nottinghamshire. Enclosed garden. Character. Ground-floor living. Hot tub. Chesterfield 10.3 miles; Nottingham 19 miles; Peak District National Park 22.4 miles (Ref. 1080853)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £1172

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming annexe to the owner's home, one mile from the centre of Dunblane in Kippenross, Stirlingshire. Off-road parking. WiFi. Picturesque countryside views. Stirling 5.5 miles; Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Nation Park 20.1 miles; Perth 29.7 miles. (Ref. 1053940)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £333 £300

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The View is a pleasant single-storey cottage resting in Goodnestone near Faversham, Kent. Romantic. Countryside views. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Faversham 2.1 miles; Chilham 6.3 miles; Whitstable 6 miles; Canterbury 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1150231)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £314

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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.