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A contemporary, three-storey cottage nestled in the village of Gargrave in South Yorkshire. Hot tub. Sauna room. Boutique furnishings. Skipton 4.5 miles; Settle 10.9 miles. (Ref. 928893)

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  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms5
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Little Pale is a wonderful farm stay located near the quaint market town of Whitland in Carmarthenshire boasting a private hot tub and woodburning stove. Narberth 8.9 miles; Carmarthen 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1162230)

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  • Sleeps4
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A stylish ground floor apartment set in the town of Benllech on the Isle of Anglesey. Garden with sea views. En-suite. Beach less than 1 mile. (Ref. 1003638)

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  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
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Otherton Hall, a Grade II listed Georgian Farmhouse resting Otherton, Staffordshire. Indoor swimming pool. Cinema room. Sauna. Games room. Extensive gardens. Smart TVs. Cannock Chase AONB 6.5 miles; Stafford 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1120972)

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  • Sleeps5
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This outstanding detached cottage is located in Wolsingham, County Durham. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Bishop Auckland 10.1 miles; Durham 14.1 miles; Barnard Castle 16.5 miles; Newcastle 23.3 miles. (Ref. 1059951)

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3 nights from Mon 1st Jun £448

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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A stunning five-bedroom house perched in Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Spectacular views of Carbis Bay. Near a beach. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. St Ives 1.9 miles; Hayle 3.9 miles; Penzance 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1118304)

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  • Sleeps10
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A remarkable six-bedroom holiday home nestled in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Dalton-in-Furness 1.7 miles; Ulverston 6.3 miles. (Ref. 1085583)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Sun 31st May £1243

  • Sleeps4
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An idyllic, white-washed cottage resting on the outskirts of Carnew, County Wicklow. All-ground-floor. Woodburner. WiFi. Bunclody 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1004044)

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  • Sleeps15
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A striking period property resting in a leafy suburb of the historic city of Peterborough. Gym equipment. Cinema room. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Stamford 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1025271)

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  • 10% off - Fri 1st Aug to 22nd Aug 2025

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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Tipsy Bee (4 Elim Mews) is a stylish property situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District. Feature electric fire. Smart TV. Washing machine. Windermere 1 mile; Ambleside 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1116108)

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  • Sleeps16
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Tower View, a luxurious, detached abode set in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, boasting a hot tub, ground-floor living, and a short walk to a beach. Pickering 17 miles; Whitby 19.7 miles; York 39.4 miles. (Ref. 1155318)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This magnificent barn conversion is based in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire. All en-suites. Hot tub. Spacious rooms. Country views. Settle 1.3 miles; Ingleton 10 miles. (Ref. 985150)

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  • 5% off - Fri 4th Jul to 11th Jul 2025

3 nights from Mon 1st Jun £1719

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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Beudy Pwll Pridd is a fabulous, family-friendly barn conversion in Bryneglwys near Llangollen, Denbighshire with lovely views, a private hot tub and a barbecue. Ruthin 8.7 miles; Ruthin 15 mins (Ref. 1162911)

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3 nights from Sun 31st May £769

  • Sleeps4
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A beautiful converted stone stable resting in the spectacular Conwy Valley. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Amazing views. Enclosed garden. Llanwrst 1.5 miles; Betws-y-Coed 5.4 miles; Conwy 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1051632)

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  • Sleeps4
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    5.0

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This cosy, characterful cottage is located in the center of Exmoor, a short walk from Exford. WiFi. Smart TV. Family-friendly. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Exford 0.9 miles; Dulverton 10.1 miles; Minehead 14 miles. (Ref. 1077329)

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  • Sleeps6
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Modern, semi-detached three-storey house. Peaceful location. Off road parking. Shops, bars, restaurants and sandy beaches short stroll. In Bude. (Ref. 976345)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Driftwood is a stunning, contemporary property resting in Dawlish, Devon. Private beach access. Close to shop and pub. Near National Park. Teignmouth 2.3 miles; Exeter 14.3 miles; Dartmoor National Park 26.8 miles. (Ref. 1148854)

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3 nights from Sun 31st May £652

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Upper Hurst Farmhouse is a wonderful holiday home resting just outside Hartington in Staffordshire. Hot tub. Enclosed garden. Scenic views. EV charging. Buxton 12.2 miles; Bakewell 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1131577)

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3 nights from Sun 31st May £984

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.