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Last-Minute Weekend Breaks UK

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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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3 nights from $7081

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A modern sea front, first floor, apartment in St Ives. Sky package. Underground parking. Short walk to beach. Sea views. Carbis Bay 1.2 miles, Penzance 8.5 miles, Falmouth 27.7 miles (Ref. 1073894)

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3 nights from $1290

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
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    4.7

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A fantastic, semi-detached three-storey holiday home resting in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Hot tub. Games room. Near the beach. Pickering 17.7 miles; Whitby 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1062531)

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3 nights from $2377

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Situated in a gated complex near Weymouth harbour. WiFi. Parking. Close to bars and restaurants. (Ref. 994560)

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3 nights from $969

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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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)

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3 nights from $1746

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A stunning, single-storey barn conversion resting in Burniston near Scalby in North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Scarborough 3.6 miles; Whitby 16 miles. (Ref. 1109246)

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3 nights from $1558

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.7

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A spacious and contemporary cottage rests in the Heart of Bourton-of-the-Water. Off-road parking. En-suite bedrooms. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Stow-on-the-Wold 3.8 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8 miles; Chipping Norton 12 miles; Cheltenham 15.8 miles. (Ref. 1077026)

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3 nights from $2576

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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Lyme Bay View is a delightful, detached property resting in the seaside town of Lyme Regis, Dorset. Sea views. Close to a beach. Pet-friendly. Close to shop. Charmouth 2.9 miles; Axminster 4.9 miles; Seaton 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1139390)

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3 nights from $1711

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  • Bedrooms3
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26 North Promenade is a charming, three-bedroom dwelling residing in Cleveleys, Lancashire. Near an AONB. Sea views. Close to amenities and coast. Blackpool 4.8 miles; Preston 19.6 miles. (Ref. 1139709)

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3 nights from $962

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A beautiful stone cottage resting in Garston near Whiston, Staffordshire. In National Park. Original features. Leek 9.2 miles; Ashbourne 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1026268)

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3 nights from $889

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
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    4.8

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Impressive detached property located in the seaside town of Scarborough. Beautifully presented. Spacious with games room, hot tub and cinema room. Enclosed gardens. Freeview TV. North Yorkshire. (Ref. 967514)

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3 nights from $3416

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
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A striking holiday home tucked away in the rural village of Llangernyw, North Wales. Open-plan. Child and pet friendly. Rural setting. Abergele 7.6 miles; Colwyn Bay 10.6 miles; Llandudno 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1074484)

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3 nights from $3644

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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A contemporary single-storey barn conversion resting rurally in Ivinghoe Aston near Ivinghoe, Buckinghamshire. In AONB. Countryside views. Stylish. Romantic. Whipsnade 4.4 miles; Dunstable 5 miles; Berkhamsted 8.6 miles; Watford 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1020743)

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3 nights from $950

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A superb barn conversion resting on the outskirts of Llanerchymedd. WiFi. Rural location. Pub and shop within 1 mile. Benllech 6 miles; Bangor 15 miles. (Ref. 944472)

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3 nights from $985

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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Sunset Lodge 5 is a lovely, detached lodge situated in Llanbedr, Gwynedd, boasting a woodburning stove, balcony, with ground-floor and open-plan living. Harlech 3.2 miles; Barmouth 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1133712)

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3 nights from $920

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A well-appointed, ground-floor apartment resting in the village of Grassington, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Romantic. Skipton 9.2 miles; Ilkley 18.6 miles. (Ref. 1114449)

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3 nights from $832

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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This is a delightful semi-detached barn conversion situated close to the city of Chester in Cheshire. Hot tub. Underfloor heating. Pet-free. Chester 5 miles; Ellesmere Port 4.8 miles; Liverpool 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1051835)

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3 nights from $1133

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes
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Bayview Tower is a beautiful three-storey abode resting in the heart of Exmoor National Park, in the small town of Lynton, Devon, enjoying sea views. Ilfracombe 19.3 miles; Minehead 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1164884)

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3 nights from $943

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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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3 nights from $1232

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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This wonderful, five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hartington, Derbyshire. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Bedrooms with en-suites. Bakewell 10.4 miles; Buxton 11.3 miles. (Ref. 1090402)

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3 nights from $2943

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Feeling spontaneous? Or are you just ready to book your next few days away? If so, then be sure to take a look at this vast collection of properties for last-minute weekend breaks in the UK. 

Why Last-Minute Weekend Breaks UK? 

For those of you who like to take shorter holidays at the drop of a hat, you’ve come to the right place with this collection of stunning properties for last-minute weekend breaks UK.  

With a host of options situated all over the country, these properties are immediately available, giving you the chance to escape the stress of everyday life as soon as possible.  

Complete with modern amenities and all the creature comforts that you’re used to at home, as well as being nestled in some of the country’s most stunning locations; you simply can’t go wrong with booking last-minute short breaks in the UK! 

Places to Visit during Last-Minute UK Weekend Breaks 

With properties situated all over the country, from the coast to the countryside, there’s no shortage of places to book when it comes to last-minute weekend breaks in the UK. 

For rural breaks, a trip to the Lake District is a fantastic idea to consider. Situated in the North West of England, it’s home to wonderful towns like Bowness, Ambleside and Keswick, as well as natural landmarks like Lake Windermere and Scafell Pike waiting for you to explore. 

For a coastal getaway, consider a last-minute weekend break in Cornwall, a beautiful county tucked away in the South West of England. Wrapping around the southernmost point in Britain, this county is home to beautiful coastal towns like St Ives, Carbis Bay and Penzance where you’ll find plenty of cosy pubs, independent shops and well-renowned restaurants to enjoy during your stay. 

For the best of both worlds, Anglesey, found just off the coast of North Wales, can make for an exceptional place to stay. Home to idyllic towns and villages like Benllech, Moelfre and Rhosneigr, it's also where you’ll find a host of award-winning beaches like Red Wharf Bay, as well as miles of rolling green hills and fantastic attractions like the Anglesey Sea Zoo, Parys Mountain and Beaumaris Castle

Other Popular Destinations for Last-Minute UK Short Breaks: 

Forest of Dean 

Hampshire 

Isle of Wight 

Norfolk 

Northumberland 

North Wales 

South Wales 

Warwickshire 

Yorkshire 

Types of Short Breaks 

Begin your next adventure today by booking one of these delightful last-minute short breaks! 

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for then don’t fret as you can also choose from these romantic weekend breaks, lodge short breaks and weekend caravan breaks

There are also plenty of family weekend breaks and spa weekend breaks to choose from. If you’re looking to make the most of your annual leave, you can also choose from these bank holiday weekend getaways. Why not browse this collection of family weekend breaks or spa weekend breaks too? If you're looking for your next getaway by the sea then these beach breaks in the UK could be perfect.

As well as these properties for last-minute weekend breaks, there’s also a vast collection of other properties for weekend cottage breaks, as well as plenty of opportunities to book last-minute breaks