October Half Term Holidays UK
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Your UK & Ireland search returned 18,991 cottages
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
A smart pod nestled in tranquil surroundings in Minsterley, near Chirbury, Shropshire. Decking with furniture. WiFi. Ideal for families. Montgomery 6.7 miles; Bishop's Castle 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1080040)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from Sat 1st Nov £325
- Sleeps25
- Bedrooms13
- PetsYes
A stunning Edwardian house in Bardsea with hot tub, sauna, woodburner, WiFi, en-suite bedrooms, mature grounds. Close to Ulverston, coast and Lake District National Park. (Ref. 918339)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from Mon 3rd Nov £2807
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
This lovely, detached property rests in Highwood near Ringwood, Hampshire. In a National Park. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Bournemouth 13.9 miles; Poole 18.9 miles (Ref. 1124526)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from Sat 1st Nov £945
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A well-positioned, duplex apartment resting in the heart of Haworth, West Yorkshire. Countryside views. Near National Park. Characterful. Close to amenities and attractions. Hebden Bridge 8.6 miles; Skipton 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1132083)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
3 nights from Sun 2nd Nov £422
- Sleeps27
- Bedrooms10
- PetsNo
This magnificent manor home rests in Foulridge, Lancashire. Vitality Spa. Sauna. Beautiful views. Cinema room. Games room. Summer house. En-suite bedrooms. Off-road parking. Pendle 1.2 miles; Burnley 8.8 miles; Yorkshire Dales National Park 18.6 miles. (Ref. 1163100)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from Sun 26th Oct £5152
- Sleeps23
- Bedrooms11
- PetsNo
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from Sat 1st Nov £4089
- Sleeps7
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from Tue 28th Oct £846
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsNo
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from Sat 1st Nov £1343
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
The Hayloft is a beautiful, detached barn-conversion settled in Chislet near Herne Bay, Kent. Near Kent Downs AONB. Woodburning stove. Thatched roof. Whitstable 9.6 miles; Canterbury 7.8 miles; Broadstairs 13.5 miles; Dover 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1143828)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
3 nights from Sun 2nd Nov £624
- Sleeps16
- Bedrooms8
- PetsYes
Inglemead is a lovely, four-storey abode set in the town of Morecambe in Lancashire, with a hot tub, a pet-friendly policy, and a short walk to a beach. Kendal 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1155637)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from Mon 3rd Nov £1259
- Sleeps16
- Bedrooms8
- PetsNo
Leafield House is a stunning, luxury holiday home set amongst countryside in Upper Seagry, Wiltshire. Cinema room and library. Freestanding baths. Chippenham 5.4 miles; Malmesbury 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1044785)
- Wi-fi
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Games room
3 nights from Mon 3rd Nov £2004
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
Heather's Cottage is an outstanding, detached property in Dalston near Carlisle, Cumbria. Spacious. Open-plan. Gardens. Off-road parking. Great location. Carlisle 6.2 miles. Penrith 17.3 miles. Keswick 23.3 miles. (Ref. 1143921)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from Sat 1st Nov £765
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
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
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Games room
3 nights from Mon 3rd Nov £996
- Sleeps16
- Bedrooms8
- PetsYes
A beautiful four-storey townhouse resting in the seaside town of Seaton, Devon. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Near to beach. Colyford 1.7 miles; Branscombe 4.7 miles; Exmouth 21.3 miles. (Ref. 1063005)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from Sat 1st Nov £1541
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
Bwn Cath is a beautifully-designed, single-storey home nestled in Berriew near Montgomery, Powys. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Countryside. Family-friendly. Churchstoke 8.7 miles; Welshpool 8 miles; Bishop's Castle 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1122454)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from Mon 27th Oct £952
- Sleeps7
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
This beautiful holiday home can be found in Follifoot near Spofforth, North Yorkshire. En-suite bedrooms. Eco-friendly. Pets welcome. Harrogate 4.7 miles; Leeds 15.2 miles; York 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1044220)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from Sat 1st Nov £633
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
A special, converted old chapel resting in the village of Bream, close to the Forest of Dean. Open-plan living. Ideal for families. Garden patio. Coleford 4.2 miles; Lydney 3.4 miles. (Ref. 1071356)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from Sat 1st Nov £802
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
5 Hamilton Terrace is a quaint mid-terrace sitting at the top of the lovely village of Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire, with a woodburning stove and parking. Grassington 10.6 miles; Ripon 11.8 miles; Harrogate 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1162832)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from Sun 26th Oct £361
- Sleeps3
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
Gold Gems Award Winner for Best on the South Coast 2023. A picturesque, reverse level Coach House settled in White Lackington near Piddletrenthide, Dorset. Private parking. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Pet-free. Dorchester 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1087048)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from Sun 26th Oct £629
- Sleeps16
- Bedrooms8
- PetsYes
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)
- Wi-fi
- Swimming pool
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Games room
3 nights from Mon 3rd Nov £3909
Just because we're heading into the cooler months of the year doesn't mean you have to cut back on having fun during the October half term holidays in the UK! Take a look at these marvellous lettings and make the most of the crisp, autumnal air in the countryside, catch some of the last-minute warmth along the coast, or simply visit one of Britain's lively cities for an exciting stay; there is so much to choose from.
Why October Half Term Holidays UK?
Make the most of the week-long break and treat yourself and your loved ones to one of these UK breaks in October. This selection of October half term holidays UK will leave you feeling spoilt for choice, with detached holiday homes available for those with children, peaceful lodges for friends, romantic breaks in shepherd's huts, and so much more. Traveling with the kids is ideal in the October half term breaks. Even though the days are getting shorter and the first frost has arrived, it's a perfect time to enjoy one of the great UK breaks in October. With busy summer crowds tucked away for the year, roads are clearer and restaurants have plenty of tables for you to enjoy!
Places to Visit for October Half Term in the UK
Treat your family to an autumn break in the great outdoors for October half term breaks in the UK, such as hiking up the mountains in the Peak District, trying your hand at watersports in the Lake District or partaking in an array of exhilarating adventures in Snowdonia. Perhaps you'd prefer to soak up some sun during your break and travel towards the south, where coastal stays in Cornwall, Devon and Suffolk can be enjoyed. The half-term can also be a great way to spend some quality time with a loved one, why not take them away to the Cotswolds or the Scottish Highlands for a romantic getaway? Bring some excitement to the week and treat the kids to a stay near Thorpe Park or Alton Towers, or you can take the family overseas to Northern Ireland or the Isle of Wight for an unforgettable stay!
Types of Holiday
If you'd prefer to spend half term relaxing at home, but dedicate part of the week to a short stay away, these city breaks or weekend cottage breaks might be perfect for you! Want to spend the October half term with all the family? Browse this array of large holiday cottages and dog friendly holiday cottages. Treat yourself and make your getaway a luxurious one by booking a break at one of the luxury cottages available or choosing one of these holiday lodges and log cabins with hot tubs.