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All Saints is a characterful, ground-floor apartment resting close to a beach, shop and pub in the town of Hastings, East Sussex, and is pet-friendly. St Leonards 2 miles; Rye 11.4 miles; High Weald National Landscape 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1162310)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Tue 27th May £516

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Tannery Cottage is an inviting terrace cottage situated in the town of Much Wenlock, Shropshire. Child-friendly. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Bridgnorth 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1145739)

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3 nights from Fri 23rd May was £1153 £595

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Horseshoe Cottage is a delightful cottage settled into the countryside of Lockerley near West Tytherley, Hampshire. Countryside location. Close to a shop. West Tytherley 3.7 miles; Sailsbury 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1148219)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Tue 27th May £494

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Charming, two-bedroom cottage, located in the village of Troon near Camborne in Cornwall. Woodburner. Dog-friendly. WiFi. Shop 0.1 miles. (Ref. 999183)

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3 nights from Mon 26th May £456

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  • Bedrooms6
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    4.9

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Character barn conversion, positioned near the market town of Wirksworth, on the edges of the Peak District. WiFi. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Games room. Family-friendly. Matlock 5.4 miles. (Ref. 1008064)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £940

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This stunning three-bedroom property is nestled in the Lake District National Park in Grasmere, Cumbria. En-suite bathrooms. Smart TV. Beautiful views. Ambleside 4.8 miles; Keswick 12.2 miles; Windermere 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1065969)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £1203

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Fri 30th May was £2055 £1847

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Pretty whitewashed cottage in sleepy village of North Dalton, near Driffield. Character beams, woodburner, off road parking, private rear patio. High standard throughout. Driffield 7 miles. (Ref. 979519)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Mon 2nd Jun £318

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

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The Miners Hall, a breathtaking converted chapel located in the quaint town of Stanley, County Durham. Stained-glass windows. Hot tub. Sauna. Jukebox. Durham 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 11 miles; Sunderland 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1128283)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £1140

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsYes

    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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  • Games room

3 nights from Mon 2nd Jun £3909

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A wonderful, contemporary barn conversion resting in Melin-y-Wrg, near Corwen, Wales. Ground-floor living. WiFi. Pet-free. Off-road parking. Countryside views. Ruthin 10.6 miles; Bala 13.9 miles; Llangollen 15.6 miles. (Ref. 1034993)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Fri 23rd May £579

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Tue 3rd Jun £966

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Mon 2nd Jun £1476

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This contemporary-styled holiday cottage can be found in Grindleton near Chatburn, Lancashire. Remote position. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Clitheroe 4.7 miles; Skipton 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1034985)

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  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Sun 25th May £860

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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An idyllic, mid-terrace cottage resting within the parish of Tysoe, on the edge of the Cotswolds AONB. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Stratford-upon-Avon 12.8 miles. (Ref. 987367)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £474

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

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Arnant, a stunning, four-storey holiday home is located in the beautiful coastal village of Abersoch. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. In Llŷn AONB. Pwllheli 6.5 miles. (Ref. 1106768)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Fri 30th May £941

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Blackbird Cottage is a charming abode located in the beautiful market town of Northam, Devon. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to beach. Westward Ho! 1.5 miles; Bideford 2.4 miles; Barnstaple 10 miles. (Ref. 1119630)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £428

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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Beautifully presented chapel conversion located in the quiet town of Bagillt, with views of the Dee Estuary, in North Wales. Sauna. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Holywell 2.9 miles. (Ref. 992708)

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  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV

3 nights from Sat 31st May was £488 £325

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Small Lane Barn is an impressive, barn conversion near Endon in Staffordshire. Family-friendly. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Parking. Open-plan. Leek 5.5 miles. Stoke 9.3 miles. Stafford 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1120305)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

3 nights from Mon 2nd Jun £996

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

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Green Fingers is a historic cottage in the town of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Enclosed patio. Sea views. Central location near beach. Robin Hood's Bay 5.3 miles; Scarborough 19.4 miles; Pickering 21.4 miles; Guisborough 22.3 miles. (Ref. 1154243)

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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Sun 25th May £741

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.