May Half-term Breaks

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Sally's Barn is a delightful, pet-friendly holiday home resting in the little village of Weston Rhyn in Shropshire with a toasty woodburning stove. Oswestry 4.9 miles; Wrexham 10.7 miles; Whitchurch 19.5 miles. (Ref. 1168115)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This romantic lodge sits on Berrys Place Farm near Huntley, Gloucestershire. Off-road parking. Rural location. Open-plan. Ground-floor living. Gloucester 6.9 miles; Ross-on-Wye 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1093688)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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6 Fiddlers Close is a pleasant property situated close to a railway station in Bamford, Peak District with enclosed garden. Hathersage 1.9 miles; Castleton 4.6 miles; Sheffield 13.2 miles; Buxton 14.5 miles. (Ref. 1168054)

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  • Dishwasher
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Tue 26th May
for 3 nights $541

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Seashell Sands, a delightful holiday cottage resting in Appledore, Devon. Close to beach. Coastal location. Selection of books. Enclosed rear garden. Westward Ho! 2.2 miles; Bideford 2.7 miles; Barnstaple 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1153257)

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  • Washing machine

Tue 26th May
for 3 nights $529

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A traditional, detached farm house resting in Bootle, Cumbria. Enclosed garden. Ample parking. Family-friendly. Ulverston 21.5 miles; Whitehaven 24.6 miles; Barrow 27.4 miles. (Ref. 1078195)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A quaint lodge nestled on a small holding near Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria.Sykes GEM Silver Winner of Best Newcomer 2023. Pet-friendly. Romantic. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Penrith 17.9 miles; Barnard Castle 22.2 miles; Carlisle 36.4 miles. (Ref. 1107447)

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.8

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Lovely modern annexe on edge of Osgodby village. Wood flooring, spiral staircase, walk-in shower. WiFi, off road parking. Excellent walking and cycling. Centre of Market Rasen 2 miles. (Ref. 28500)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps23
  • Bedrooms11
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A beautiful Victorian house lying amidst the hills in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Sedbergh. Woodburning stove. Two hot tubs. Ideal for large families. Incredible views. Kendal 12.3 miles; Hawes 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1022219)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
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Sun 31st May
for 3 nights $5891

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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An exceptional, semi-detached property resting within the village of Beckermet. Open-plan living room. WiFi. Hot Tub. Off-road parking. Egremont 3 miles; Whitehaven 8.5 miles. (Ref. 980466)

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Fri 29th May
for 3 nights $690

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.3

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Gamekeepers Cottage is a delightful barn conversion resting in Llys Llannerch, St Asaph, Denbighshire. Rural location. Near AONB. Near National Park. St Asaph 2 miles; Prestatyn 10.6 miles; Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1151306)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A delightful, one-bedroom cottage resting on the outskirts of Fulstow, Lincolnshire. Near AONB. Equestrian centre. Romantic. Rural. Contemporary. Woodburning stove. Louth 9.1 miles; Cleethorpes 10.4 miles; Lincolnshire Wolds AONB 10.7 miles. (Ref. 981751)

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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The Brew House is a stunning abode perched on the outskirts of Harrogate in North Yorkshire, featuring ground-floor living, a hot tub, and welcomes a pet. Skipton 22.7 miles; York 25.2 miles. (Ref. 1165748)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Mon 1st Jun
for 3 nights $2611

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

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A traditional, stone-built cottage resting in the market town of Keighley. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Open fire. Skipton 4.8 miles; Haworth 7.2 miles. (Ref. 1022813)

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

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This wonderfully characterful, reverse-level cottage rests in Blythburgh, near Southwold, Suffolk. Off-road parking. En-suite bedrooms. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Wangford 3 miles; Southwold 4.8 miles; Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1080845)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Puffin Way Holiday Caravan is a well-presented, single-storey caravan situated in Llwyngwril, Gwynedd, boasting a private decking area and sea views. Llwyngwril 0.7 miles; Tywyn 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1177578)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 31st May
for 3 nights $576

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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7 Lake View is a stylish lodge in Windermere, Cumbria, boasting proximity to a lake with partial views, open-plan living, Smart TV, and underfloor heating. Ambleside 3.2 miles; Kendal 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1189982)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Tue 26th May
for 3 nights $850

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Grove Farm is a wonderful detached farmhouse, set over three floors, resting in the quaint village of Cardington in Shropshire with en-suite bedrooms. Shrewsbury 13.4 miles; Ludlow 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1093859)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Beautiful, red brick cottage nestled in the center of Arundel, in West Sussex. Balcony. Riverside views. Contemporary finish. Chichester 6 miles, Goodwood 5 miles. (Ref. 996726)

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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 26th May
for 3 nights $774

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Dingle is a charming bungalow near the town of Cleobury Mortimer, Worcestershire, boasting a woodburning stove, countryside views and TVs in every bedroom. Bewdley 7.1 miles; Tenbury Wells 8.8 miles. Worcester 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1177671)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Buzzards View, a pleasant house located in the village of Dyserth in Denbighshire boasting a hot tub and stunning views of the countryside and the sea. Prestatyn 3.5 miles. (Ref. 1166936)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Washing machine

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.