October Half Term Holidays

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A contemporary single-storey holiday home nestled in South Reston, Lincolnshire. Open-plan. Garden. Off-road parking. Countryside location. Little Carlton 3.5 miles; Mablethorpe 9.6 miles; Lincoln 34.7 miles. (Ref. 1081425)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • 5% off - Wed 5th Nov to 20th Dec 2025

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Tŷ Bara, a delightful semi-detached holiday home resting in Cemaes Bay, Sir Ynys Mon. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Family-friendly. Close to beach. Amlwch 5.6 miles; Holyhead 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1152244)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £673 £635

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Kalipé is a lovely, lochside cottage resting in the countryside of Fearnan near Kenmore, Perth and Kinross. Near National Park. Lakeside views. Kenmore 3.7 miles; Aberfeldy 10 miles; Cairngorms National Park 28.2 miles. (Ref. 1133678)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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5 Red Sails, a beautifully-presented home in the stunning neighbourhood of Sandbanks in Poole, Dorset. Three-storey house. Terrace with barbecue. Close to beach. Poole 5.2 miles; Bournemouth 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1151567)

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

    4.9

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A superbly-appointed property resting on the outskirts of Market Weighton. All-ground-floor. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Beverley 9.2 miles; York 25.7 miles. (Ref. 927564)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights £661

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A And C Lodge is a delightful lodge settled into Hesket Caravan Park near Armathwaite, Cumbria. Hot tub. Close to National Park. Parking. Armathwaite 2.6 miles; Carlisle 9.4 miles: Lake District National Park 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1150253)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £691 £527

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Cedar Cottage, a welcoming bungalow located in Blofield near Norwich in Norfolk. Enclosed garden. Dog-friendly. Single-storey. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Acle 5.9 miles; Norwich 6.2 miles; Great Yarmouth 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1154246)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Lighthouse Keepers Cabin is a wonderful, single-storey holiday home attached to a lighthouse resting near the quaint village of Wick in Caithness. John o' Groats 20.5 miles; Thurso 25.2 miles. (Ref. 1159046)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • 10% off - Fri 7th Nov 2025 to 3rd Apr 2026

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Ultimate luxury home stay 10 minute drive from a sandy beach. Hot tub. Wood burner. Secure garden. Four bathrooms. WiFi. Falmouth 6 miles. (Ref. 965738)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £1449 £1099

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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An attractive ground-floor dwelling nestled in the village of Upper Quinton, Warwickshire. Accessible accommodation. Flexible sleeping arrangements. Enclosed garden. Chipping Campden 6.2 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 7.3 miles; Worcester 26.6 miles. (Ref. 1055879)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous first-floor apartment rests on the grounds of The Shire Inn in Killivose near Camborne, Cornwall. Off-road parking. Garden with barbecue and furniture. Family-friendly. Portreath 5.7 miles; Hayle 7.6 miles; St. Ives 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1070624)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.3

    Good

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Thrang View is a superb holiday home for 6 in the sought-after Great Langdale valley over one floor with provate parking (Ref. 1041456)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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3 Harbour Heights, a delightful second-floor apartment resting in the seaside town of Lyme Regis in Dorset. Near beach. Balcony. Sea views. Close to pub. Charmouth 3.4 miles; Axmouth 6.3 miles; Seaton 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1159292)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £509 £391

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A charming Grade ll listed, two-bedroom cottage, resting peacefully on the edge of unspoilt Nympsfield, Gloucestershire. WiFi. Garden. Woodburning stove. Freestanding bath. En-suite bedrooms. Nailsworth 3.7 miles; Stroud 6 miles; Cirencester 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1091429)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £808 £668

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Flourloft, a charming duplex apartment near the harbour in the village of Pittenweem in Fife, boasts a Smart TV and nearby amenities and attractions. Anstruther 1.5 mile; St Andrews 10.9 miles. (Ref. 924733)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £507 £439

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £615 £481

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Gwynfa is a family-friendly, semi-detached home boasting a hot tub with sea views, situated in the bustling town of Barmouth in Gwynedd, North Wales. Harlech 10.3 miles. Dolgellau 10.3 miles. Porthmadog 20.3 miles. Criccieth 24.7 miles. (Ref. 1155005)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £2006 £1492

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Birches is a stunning detached property resting in a quiet location within walking distance of the centre of the town of Windermere. Off-road parking. Bowness-on-Windermere 0.8 miles; Ambleside 4.9 miles; Coniston 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1136763)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £1770 £1331

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This delightful, one-bedroom holiday annex is nestled in Sowerby Bridge, Yorkshire. Smart TV. Underfloor heating. Countryside views. Open-plan. Sowerby 1.9 miles; Halifax 5.8 miles; Haworth 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1131621)

  • Wi-fi

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £360 £306

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.