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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Fourways Loft, a stylish first-floor accommodation, with an electric fire, set in the rural outskirts of Smeeton Westerby near Kibworth in Leicestershire. Market Harborough 5.6 miles; Wigston 8.5 miles; Corby 15.2 miles. (Ref. 1158085)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £356

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Plot 32, a wonderfully-presented holiday caravan resting in High Hesket, Cumbria. Smart TV. Electric fire. Open-plan living space. Countryside views. Penrith 8.8 miles; Carlisle 9.3 miles; North Pennines AONB 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1154008)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights £541

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful, studio-style pod resting in Bontuchel near Ruthin, Denbighshire. Hot tub. Countryside views. Off-road parking. Contemporary. Romantic. Llangollen 18.8 miles; Bala 22.6 miles; Betws-y-Coed 24.3 miles; Chester 27.2 miles. (Ref. 1116725)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights £431

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A quaint bungalow set in the village of Wedmore. Ideal for couples. Enclosed patio. Off-road parking. Cheddar 4.7 miles; Weston-super-Mare 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1064023)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £389

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Contemporary log cabin at the heart of gated development in gorgeous Lakeland countryside. En-suite shower room. WiFi. Secure off road parking. 15 mins to Keswick and Penrith. Dog-friendly. (Ref. 972633)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £477

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Fabulous end-terrace holiday home in the centre of the medieval town of Rye. Three bedrooms, off road parking for 1 car, WiFi. Museums, art galleries, pubs and restaurants all on the doorstep. Camber Sands 5 miles. (Ref. 938145)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £492

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

As featured in Gavin and Stacey, Lush House is a terraced holiday home in Barry, South Wales, offering WiFi, an enclosed garden, and roadside parking. Penarth 6.9 miles; Cardiff 9.6 miles; Newport 22.1 miles. (Ref. 1179689)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £702

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Tranquil Waters is a single-storey lodge with lake views, located within the Lake District National Park, in the village of Troutbeck Bridge in Cumbria. Ambleside 3.3 miles. Kendal 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1143401)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights £685

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful, detached property set in Bwelchllan in the county of Cardigan, Wales. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Tranquil location. Lampeter 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1063948)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £425

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Eden Lodge is a tasteful, two-bedroom holiday home nestled on the Castlewigg Holiday Park near Whithorn, Dumfries and Galloway. Near a National Park. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Castlewigg 0.6 miles; Wigtown 9 miles; Newton Stewart 15.6 miles. (Ref. 1142681)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £348

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This charming ground-floor property rests on the outskirts of Lydstep, near Manorbier, in Wales. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Open-plan living. Tenby 3.6 miles; Saundersfoot 6 miles. (Ref. 1037234)

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

Thu 29th Oct
for 3 nights £316

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Stockbatch Granary at Pitchford Estate, a luxurious converted barn on a private estate in Pitchford, Shropshire boasts en-suites, games room and open fire. Much Wenlock 9.4 miles; Church Stretton 10.9 miles; Telford 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1060179)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £2239

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A charming, single-storey cottage settled in Malmesbury, Wiltshire. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. On-site cattery. Chippenham 10.6 miles; Cirencester 14.7 miles; Bath 23.2 miles. (Ref. 1081750)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £492

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A pleasant cottage located in the village of Deal in Kent. En-suite bedroom. Woodburner. Close to the sea front and beach. Dover 8.5 miles; Canterbury 24 miles. (Ref. 980449)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £394 £289

Last booked 6 hours ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An idyllic pine lodge nestled in the village of Theberton near Leiston, Suffolk. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Garden. Saxmundham 4.2 miles; Thorpeness 5.5 miles. (Ref. 1096657)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £372

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Detached Lakeland country house. Stunning views. French doors. Stylish decor. Smart TVs and Xbox 360. Large garden. Nestled between the peaceful Langdale Valley and vibrant Ambleside. (Ref. 1041265)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £1110 £889

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

8 Buckfields is a coastal apartment resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Sea views. Close to town centre. Off-road parking. Charmouth 3.1 miles; Seaton 7.7 miles; Devon 37 miles. (Ref. 1106015)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £585

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Delightful, stylish, four bedroom cottage in Dwygyfylchi, with stunning elevated golf and coastal views. Pet friendly with excellent walking close by. Coast just one mile. (Ref. 929176)

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

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £454

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Capel Bethania is a stunning chapel conversion resting in Pistyll, Gwynedd. Open-plan. Hot tub. Stunning views. Family-friendly. Pwllheli 7.2 miles; Snowdonia 20.5 miles. (Ref. 1148762)

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

Wed 28th Oct
for 3 nights £1125

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsNo

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Coral Villa, a substantial, eight-bedroom property situated in Bridlington, North Yorkshire. Over three floors. Hot tub. Pizza oven. Filey 11.3 miles; Scarborough 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1159062)

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

Tue 27th Oct
for 3 nights £1733

Last booked yesterday
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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.