May Half-term Breaks

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A luxurious barn-conversion resting near Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. Character features. Woodburning stove. Grassington 11.7 miles; Ripon 14.7 miles; Harrogate 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1120315)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A detached barn conversion located in the village of Knockin in Shropshire. En-suite bathrooms. Open-plan. Enclosed courtyard. Pet-friendly. Oswestry 5.7 miles; Shrewsbury 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1059787)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

3 nights from Sun 31st May £394

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
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    5.0

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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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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Wonderful mid-terrace cottage based in the small village of Beckermet. Ideal for families. St Bees 5 miles. (Ref. 980462)

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3 nights from Sun 31st May £479

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A lovely, two-bedroom cottage resting in Oakworth, West Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities. Open-plan living. Near AONB. Haworth 1.7 miles; Skipton 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1136384)

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Grove is a delightful cottage located in the village of Wolfsdale in Pembrokeshire. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. St. Davids 13.7 miles; Narberth 14.5 miles; Pembroke 15.7 miles; Saundersfoot 22 miles; Tenby 23.6 miles. (Ref. 1160408)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Curtau is an exquisite, detached holiday home located on the outskirts of Llanfaredd near Builth Wells in Powys with a hot tub and stunning views. Llandrindod Wells 8.6 miles; Hay-on-Wye 15.7 miles; Elan Valley 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1146526)

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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The Willows is a detached holiday home nestled in the outskirts of Llangollen in Denbighshire with a great location and views plus a great games room. Ruthin 17.1 miles; Chester 24.3 miles. (Ref. 1160642)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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An impressive, contemporary-styled cottage resting on the outskirts of the coastal town of Swanage, on Dorset's Jurassic Coast. Woodburning stove and open fire. Spacious. Family-friendly. Games room. WiFi. Studland 2.5 miles; Bournemouth 11.2 miles. (Ref. 1039862)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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New Elms Farmhouse is a wonderful, pet-friendly detached holiday home located in the pleasant village of Melbourne in Derbyshire with a bubbling hot tub. Derby 10.1 miles. (Ref. 1169994)

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

3 nights from Sun 31st May £1082

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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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
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Bryn Moelyn Cottage, a stunning, stone-built cottage resting in Yr Efail near Morfa Nefyn, Gwynedd. Near AONB. Near National Park. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Morfa Nefyn 3.9 miles; Pwllheli 4 miles. (Ref. 1102052)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Penny Bridge House is an elegant, six-bedroom home resting in Penny Bridge near Ulverston, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Games room. Near National Park. Coniston Water 8.2 miles; Lake Windermere 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1130855)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A grand, five-bedroom home located on the outskirts of Ringwood, Hampshire. In National Park. Games room. Hot tub. Tennis court. Large. Pet-friendly. Open fire. Bournemouth 13.3 miles; Poole 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1134272)

  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Sun 31st May £2260

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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The Canalside Cottage is a stunning, single-storey cottage located near Shardlow, Derbyshire, boasting open-plan living, EV charging, and canal views. Derby 8.8 miles; Loughborough 10.7 miles; Nottingham 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1177941)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Sun 31st May £490

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A homely ground-floor cottage tucked away on the rural outskirts of West Peckham near Hadlow, Kent. Underfloor heating. Private garden. WiFi. Tonbridge 5.8 miles; Maidstone 9.1 miles; Royal Tunbridge Wells 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1068731)

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  • 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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Hafan Y Mor, a wonderful, detached abode lies in the seaside town of Prestatyn in Denbighshire, boasting a hot tub and a short walk to a shop and pub. Colwyn Bay 16.8 miles; Llandudno 24 miles; Chester 27.8 miles; Snowdonia National Park 30.8 miles. (Ref. 1162365)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms9
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Evenjobb Court Farmhouse is a beautiful Grade II listed holiday home boasting character features and contemporary comforts including hot tubs, in Evenjobb, Powys. Hay-on-Wye 16.5 miles; Leominster 18.6 miles; Ludlow 24.8 miles; Hereford 24.9 miles. (Ref. 1127715)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Sun 31st May £2411

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Talar Wen is a charming detached home with a barbecue and garden, in an elevated position within Snowdonia National Park, in the village of Bala, Gwynedd. Corwen 11.9 miles; Dolgellau 18.3 miles; Llangollen 21.7 miles; Betws-y-Coed 22.5 miles. (Ref. 1150172)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

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.