May Half-term Breaks

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Bay Horse Farm is a semi-detached farmhouse situated in an idyllic farm setting on the edge of Skipton, North Yorkshire. Open fire. Alpacas and pigs on-site. Walking location. Grassington 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1128124)

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Mon 1st Jun
for 3 nights £1245

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    4.8

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A charming stone-built couple’s retreat resting in Upper Hulme, near Leek, Staffordshire. Open-plan. In Peak District National Park. Close to pub. Leek 3.8 miles; Buxton 9.5 miles; Bakewell 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1133708)

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Fri 22nd May
for 3 nights £440

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  • Sleeps2
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    4.8

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A contemporary, single-storey cottage resting in the village of Copley, near Barnard Castle, in County Durham. Ground-floor living. Romantic. Patio. WiFi. Staindrop 6.1 miles; Darlington 16.4 miles; Durham 20.5 miles; Richmond 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1077164)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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Fri 22nd May
for 3 nights £406

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This pretty, two-bedroom holiday home rests in Pickering, North Yorkshire. Near a National Park. Enclosed garden. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Kirkbymoorside 7.8 miles; Helmsley 13.4 miles; Scarborough 18.3 miles; Whitby 20.5 miles; York 26.3 miles. (Ref. 1017413)

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Fri 22nd May
for 3 nights £866

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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An end-terrace ground floor flat. Next to the River Tay and the Dunkeld Cathedral. Open plan living area. Lawned garden with patio. Easy access to local amenities. Blairgowrie 12 miles. (Ref. 952741)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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Mon 1st Jun
for 3 nights £490

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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A charming white-washed end-terrace holiday home resting in Ennerdale, Cumbria. Countryside. Off-road parking. Patio garden. Pet-friendly. Whitehaven 7.7 miles; Keswick 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1064315)

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Wed 27th May
for 3 nights £352

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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2 Cold Spring House is an Edwardian holiday house, set over three floors, situated on the edge of the lovely village of Cullingworth in West Yorkshire. Keighley 4.2 miles; Bradford 7.1 miles; Halifax 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1174043)

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Sun 24th May
for 3 nights £1013

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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85A Braybrooke Road is a stylish, detached holiday home resting in the town of Desborough, Northamptonshire, with a hot tub, a Smart TV, and a sauna. Rushton 3 miles; Kettering 7.1 miles; Northampton 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1165047)

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Sun 31st May
for 3 nights £1825

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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Wed 27th May
for 3 nights £578

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A spacious, semi-detached property attached to the owner’s home close to the village of Belbroughton in Worcestershire. Smart TV. Patio. Ideal for families. Bromsgrove 4.5 miles; Stourbridge 6.9 miles; Kidderminster 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1098248)

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Sun 31st May
for 3 nights £652

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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Ty Crwn, a plush pet-friendly Celtic roundhouse nestled near Lampeter in Ceredigion, with stunning views from the hot tub, copper bath and a fire pit. Carmarthen 23.1 miles; Aberystwyth 22.4 miles; Cardigan 26.3 miles. (Ref. 1136441)

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Sun 24th May
for 3 nights £982

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Duart At The Sea is a delightful, semi-detached annex resting in the seaside town of Aukengill near John O Groats, Highlands. Close to the coast. John O Groats 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1148932)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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Sun 24th May
for 3 nights £463

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.5

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The Old Vicarage is a delightful, three-storey house situated in Kimbolton, Herefordshire, boasting a woodburning stove, play area, and driveway parking. Ludlow 10.7 miles; Hereford 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1179296)

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Mon 25th May
for 3 nights £1260

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Hedd is a pleasant lovely holiday home, with toasty electric fires, situated in the small coastal town of Amlwch Port in Sir Ynys Mon with a hot tub. Bull Bay 2.3 miles; Cemaes 5.7 miles; Llangefni 13.3 miles; Holyhead 20 miles. (Ref. 1132441)

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Mon 1st Jun
for 3 nights £895

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Parlour Barn is a charming barn conversion situated on the outskirts of Leek, Staffordshire. Woodburner. Sauna. Enclosed garden. Hot tub. Shared game room. Alton Towers 9.3 miles; Buxton 13.4 miles; Ashbourne 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1164375)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Fri 22nd May
for 3 nights £2121

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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The Hay Barn is a lovely cottage located in the village of Birdwood in Gloucestershire. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Near The Cotswolds AONB. Barbecue. Gloucester 7 miles; Ross-on-Wye 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1159698)

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Tue 26th May
for 3 nights £819

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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An exceptional detached lodge surrounded by 360 views of countryside landscapes in Otterburn in North Yorkshire. Idyllic setting. Woodburning stove. Pool table. Settle 8 miles; Skipton 9.3 miles (Ref. 962454)

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Fri 29th May
for 3 nights £1360

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Station Masters House is a beautiful, semi-detached house resting in the remote village of Kielder in Scottish Borders with a toasty woodburning stove. Newcastleton 10 miles; Bellingham 26.6 miles; Hexham 41.9 miles. (Ref. 1144160)

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Sun 31st May
for 3 nights £531

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    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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Sun 31st May
for 3 nights £672

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Old Byre is a charming cottage located outside of the quaint village of Woodfalls in Wiltshire. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Downton 1.4 miles; Salisbury 9.3 miles; Southampton 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1132194)

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Sun 31st May
for 3 nights £637

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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.

And don't forget to check out our collection of August bank holiday cottages too.