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A lovely ground-floor apartment perched in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire. Romantic. Smart TVs. Near a beach. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Near local amenities. Filey 11 miles; Scarborough 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1119363)

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This charming detached white stone cottage rests in the village of Aller, near Langport, in Somerset. Woodburning stoves. Pet-friendly. Bridgwater 10 miles; Yeovil 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1037766)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £1415

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A pleasant, two-bedroom lodge resting in Warton, Lancashire. Open-plan. Washer/dryer. Off-road parking. Arnside 7.8 miles; Kirkby Lonsdale 10.1 miles; Kendal 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1096899)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £406

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Lovely terraced Lake District cottage in grounds of Irton Hall, amid lovely countryside. Woodburner, king-size bed, great walking and cycling. Wasdale Head 6 miles. (Ref. 3978)

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3 nights from Fri 30th May £448

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    5.0

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Country Cottage is a single-storey holiday home near Bronllys, Powys. En-suites. Glorious countryside views. Edge of Brecon Beacons National Park. Hay-on-Wye 5.8 miles; Brecon Beacons National Park 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1145295)

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  • 5% off - Thu 25th Jul to 6th Sep 2024

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    4.3

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A beautiful two-bedroom holiday home resting within 10-acres in Abermo, Gwynedd. Woodburning stove. Exceptional views. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Dolgellau 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1102081)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £484

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    4.9

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Moorhen House is a beautifully-designed holiday home resting in the picturesque landscapes of Loughanure, County Donegal. Electric fire. En-suite bedrooms. Loughanure 2.4 miles; Donegal Airport 3 miles; Glenveagh National Park 20 miles. (Ref. 1154217)

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    4.6

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Beach house in regency, seaside village. Amazing views of beach and sea. Balconies. In Shaldon. (Ref. 975895)

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  • Sleeps6
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    4.7

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A splendid, detached property set close to the sleepy village of Elterwater in the Lake District. Ideal for a family. Landscaped gardens. South facing balcony. (Ref. 1042952)

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    4.9

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Charming, detached, stone cottage in idyllic location in Redmire. Cosy, characterful accommodation, beams, spiral staircase. Glorious riverside views. Close to steam railway. Leyburn 4 miles. (Ref. 29056)

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A delightful, first-floor apartment resting rurally in Easton near Wookey, Somerset. Near AONB. Countryside views. Pet-friendly. Stylish. Wookey Hole 1.9 miles; Wells 2.4 miles; Cheddar 6.2 miles. (Ref. 1126052)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £371

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    4.9

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A light and airy dorma bungalow surrounded by stunning countryside in the historic village of Youlgreave. Spacious interior. Ideal for walkers. Bakewell 3 miles. (Ref. 1039868)

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  • Sleeps3
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    3.9

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A characterful Grade II listed cottage resting in Marsh, Devon. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. In AONB. Buckland St Mary 2.3 miles; Combe St Nicholas 3.8 miles; Chard 5.3 miles. (Ref. 1093560)

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    5.0

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A fabulous four-bedroom property resting rurally in Cullenagh Upper, Beaufort, in County Kerry. Near National Park. Family and pet-friendly. Countryside views. En-suite bedrooms. Woodburning stove. Killorglin 8.1 miles; Killarney 8.3 miles. (Ref. 20751)

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    4.1

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This quirky four-storey house rests in the lively riverside town of Dartmouth, Devon. Multilevel garden with furniture. Balcony. River views. Elevated position. Pet-friendly. Totnes 12.1 miles; Plymouth 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1062413)

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    5.0

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A charming cottage located in the village of Fritton near Belton, Norfolk. Games room. Hot tub. Sauna. Great Yarmouth 7 miles; Lowestoft 10.1 miles; Berney Arms 12.8 miles. (Ref. 1057776)

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3 nights from Sun 25th May £1210

  • Sleeps6
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    5.0

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A superb, luxury cottage in a rural location with stunning views, hot tub, woodburner, WiFi and a quality, character finish make this a wonderful choice. Ruthin 4.6 miles. (Ref. 904807)

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  • Sleeps5
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    4.9

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This well-decorated, semi-detached cottage is located in the seaside town of Whitby, North Yorkshire. TV in bedrooms. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Robin Hood's Bay 6.1 miles; Scarborough 19.5 miles; Pickering 19.9 miles; Guisborough 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1074996)

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This is a beautifully presented lodge situated on the St Day Holiday Park in St Day, Cornwall. Hot tub. Open-plan living. Master with en-suite. Porthtowan 5 miles; Portreath 6.8 miles; St Ives 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1025463)

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  • £200 off - Sat 27th Jul to 3rd Aug 2024

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    4.7

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Superb accomodation in a traditional white farmhouse just moments from the heart of Ambleside and the lake at Waterhead. Beautiful garden with patios and furniture. (Ref. 1042137)

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If you are looking to enjoy all the beautiful beaches, scenic walking trails or fascinating activities and attractions of a family holiday without all the crowds and queues of the summer months, why not take the whole family one of these May half-term beaks?

Why May Half-term Breaks?

May half-term breaks offer everything you can enjoy on a holiday without all the hassle of a peak season break. So, why not make the most of the kids being off school and whisk them away for a May half-term holiday? Whether it’s a short break near a UK city or a week-long holiday on the British coast, there’s a perfect getaway for everyone in this collection.

Whilst many Brits favour the summertime for a staycation, we think a Spring getaway is just as special! During this time, you’ll get to see adorable, new-born animals during a countryside walk, soak up the blossoming flora of the UK’s forests and make the most of seasonal attractions as they begin to open.

Get away for a May half-term holiday full of fun and adventure that both you and the kids will enjoy, creating valuable memories for the future.

Places to Visit During a May Half-term Holiday

You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to locations for a May half-term break! For little ones, or those who prefer a slower pace when on holiday, there are numerous bustling fishing villages in Norfolk to wander around or there are plenty of beautiful blue flag beaches that are ideal for bathers and building sandcastles in locations like Pembrokeshire. If the weather turns there are plenty of farm parks and zoos scattered across the country, as well as theme parks like Alton Towers in the Peak District.

Other great places for May half-term breaks in the UK include:

Scotland

Snowdonia

Brecon Beacons

Lake District

Cornwall

Devon

Edinburgh

York

Chester

Types of Spring Holidays

No longer interested in May half-term holidays UK? Don’t worry, there are ample spring holidays to choose from. If you’re looking for a holiday during the Easter period, we recommend browsing this range of Easter breaks or these April holidays. Or, if you want to treat mum to a memorable getaway, why not check out this collection of Mother’s Day cottages? Only after a short getaway? A May bank holiday break or spring bank holiday cottage could be perfect for you. View the full selection of short breaks around the UK.