October Half Term Holidays

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Pennant Tigi Uchaf is a stunning barn conversion located at the foothills of the beautiful Dinas Mawddwy near Dolgellau, Gwynedd. WiFi. No pets. Rural. Breathtaking views. Dolgellau 10 miles; Barmouth 18.3 miles; Aberdovey 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1103125)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £945 £732

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • 5% off - Fri 5th Dec to 29th Dec 2025

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £592

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A characterful and contemporary cottage resting on the outskirts of the burgh town of Buckie in Scotland. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. Partial ground-floor living. Countryside views. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Buckie centre 5.6 miles; Elgin 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1020445)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £531 £407

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A fabulous, mid-terrace cottage resting in the centre of Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Allocated parking. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Church Stretton 14.6 miles; Much Wenlock 13.6 miles; Telford 16 miles (Ref. 1059216)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A stunning, detached property resting in Ewesley near Rothbury, Northumberland. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Beautiful views. Alnwick 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1086030)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautiful cottage located in the heart of Brockenhurst in Hampshire. Wonderful enclosed garden. Homely interior. Perfect for families. Lyndhurst 3.9 miles; Cadnam 7.5 miles. (Ref. 971907)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £812

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This lovely, detached lodge sits in Cadeleigh near Tiverton, Devon. Off-road parking. Romantic. Beautiful views. Wood fired hot tub. Ground-floor living. Elevated position. Smart TV. Crediton 9.3 miles; Exeter 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1072856)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £521 £400

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Pretty shepherd's hut located on the fringes of Canterbury, near Barham in Kent. WiFi. Countryside views. Log burner. Pub 1.2 miles. Canterbury 7.4 miles; Dover 14.2 miles (Ref. 1075279)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £406 £314

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A superb apartment, situated within the bustling town of Whitby. Designated parking. WiFi. Open-plan living. Runswick Bay 8.4 miles. (Ref. 998757)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Molly's Cottage, a beautifully-decorated holiday abode in the lovely village of East Knapton near Rillington, North Yorkshire. Underfloor heating. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Filey 15.2 miles; Scarborough 15.4 miles; York 25.6 miles. (Ref. 1148579)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A detached lodge resting on the outskirts of Bushmills. Open-plan living. Ground floor accommodation. Giant's Causeway 5 miles; Ballycastle 8 miles. (Ref. 1004376)

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

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A gorgeous mid-terraced holiday home in the exciting town centre of Newport in Pembrokeshire. Private garden. Near coast. WiFi. Fishguard 7 miles; Cardigan 12 miles. (Ref. 1045236)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Duplex apartment in Dartmouth. Stunning, panoramic views over the River Dart. Chic and contemporary open plan living area on upper floor. Parking permit and baby friendly equipment provided. (Ref. 995551)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £656 £508

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A character property resting on the outskirts of Solva. Ground-floor bedroom. WiFi. St Davids 3 miles; Haverfordwest 12 miles. (Ref. 1007398)

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

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

17 Meadow Retreat is a charming, single-storey holiday lodge situated in the peaceful village of Dobwalls in Cornwall with a toasty woodburning stove. Liskeard 3.2 miles; Looe 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1172393)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • 10% off - Fri 31st Oct to 19th Dec 2025

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This excellent pod rests in Diddlebury near Ludlow, Shropshire. WiFi. Open-plan. Quirky. Hot tub. Patio. Private parking. Stokesay 6.8 miles; Church Stretton 9.1 miles; Ludlow 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1081379)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Olivia's Haven, a delightful lodge nestled in the village of Wemyss Bay in Inverclyde. Single-storey. Smart TV. Enclosed decking. Pet-friendly. Barbecue. Greenock 8.8 miles; Port Glasgow 12.2 miles; City of Glasgow 35.3 miles (Ref. 1131249)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £488 £376

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sea Breeze St Combs is a sweet cottage near the town of Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire, that is close to the beach for several fun seaside activities. Peterhead 13.9 miles; Portsoy 38.6 miles; Aberdeen 39.2 miles (Ref. 1175368)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Under Oak Pod is an intimate property near Diptford, Devon, that accepts pets whilst boasting a private outdoor hot tub and amazing countryside views. Totnes 5 miles; Kingsbridge 11.6 miles; Stoke Fleming 14.5 miles. (Ref. 1166416)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £593

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A desirable second-floor apartment close to West Bay in the heart of Dorset. Flexible accommodation. Lift access. WiFi. Open-plan. Harbour Views. West Bay 0.1 miles; Bridport 2 miles; Seatown 5.3 miles; Lyme Regis 11.4 miles. (Ref. 1106615)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 20% off - Thu 4th Dec to 26th Dec 2025

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights £635

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.