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May Half-term Breaks

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A delightful wooden-clad lodge resting on the outskirts of Greetham, Rutland. Off-road parking. Hot tub. Enclosed garden. Oakham 7.8 miles; Leicester 27.4 miles. (Ref. 1056287)

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  • Sleeps8
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A superb four-bedroom barn conversion resting in Hummer, Somerset. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Sherborne 4.6 miles; Shaftesbury 20.3 miles; West Bay 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1086608)

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3 nights from Fri 30th May was £2196 £1763

  • Sleeps25
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A magnificent country house set in beautiful woodlands high above lake windermere. leisure suite and two hot tubs with twelve bedrooms. (Ref. 942045)

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  • Sleeps5
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Redwood is a modern detached property occupying a slightly elevated spot on the lower slopes of Wansfell. Great location to all amenities (Ref. 1042136)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £458

  • Sleeps6
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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 Fri 30th May £1229

  • Sleeps3
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Charming bungalow which is full of character set in Cheveley. Front and rear lawned garden, summerhouse, bike storage, WiFi. Newmarket 3 miles. (Ref. 925898)

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  • Sleeps10
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This large ground-floor cottage lies in the quaint coastal town of Moville, County Donegal. En-suite bedrooms. Family-friendly. WiFi. Greencastle 2.9 miles; Shrove 5.7 miles; Carndonagh 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1056702)

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A superb base resting on the Rhins Peninsula, near Kirkcolm. Woodburner. WiFi. Stranraer 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1011915)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May was £1224 £946

  • Sleeps8
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Old Post Office is a contemporary, four-bedroom home resting rurally in Glanvilles Wootton near Sherborne, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Rural views. Buckland Newton 2.8 miles; Cerne Abbas 5.7 miles; Sherborne 7.1 miles; Dorcesher 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1129395)

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A fabulous four-bedroom property resting rurally in Cullenagh Upper, Beaufort, in County Kerry. Near National Park. Family and pet-friendly. Countryside views. En-suite bedrooms. Woodburning stove. Killorglin 8.1 miles; Killarney 8.3 miles. (Ref. 20751)

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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A single-storey seaside holiday home positioned near Daliburgh on the Isle of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides. Close to a beach. Remote. Pet-friendly. Eriskay 3.1 miles; Daliburgh 6.9 miles; Lochboisdale 9.7 miles; Lochmaddy 45.7 miles. (Ref. 1110770)

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  • Sleeps10
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This fantastic, four-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Tavistock, Devon. Bedrooms with en-suites. Near a National Park. Smart TVs. Okehampton 16.1 miles; Plymouth 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1085909)

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  • Sleeps7
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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)

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3 nights from Mon 26th May £1118

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A wonderful, three-bedroom lodge overlooking the countryside in Llanyre, Powys. Hot tub. Dog-friendly. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Builth Wells 9.6 miles; Hereford 39.9 miles. (Ref. 1059725)

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A stunning lodge resting amidst the rolling Welsh fields in Llanyre, Powys. Hot tub. Dog-friendly. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Builth Wells 9.6 miles; Hereford 39.9 miles. (Ref. 1059722)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £699

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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A beautiful cottage located in the heart of Brockenhurst in Hampshire. Wonderful enclosed garden. Homely interior. Perfect for families. Lyndhurst 3.9 miles; Cadnam 7.5 miles. (Ref. 971907)

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  • Sleeps8
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Ultimate luxury home stay 10 minute drive from a sandy beach. Hot tub. Wood burner. Secure garden. Four bathrooms. WiFi. Falmouth 6 miles. (Ref. 965738)

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  • Sleeps6
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A delightful detached cottage resting in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire. Child and pet-friendly. Heated pool. Hot tub. Symonds Yat 7.4 miles; Monmouth 11.1 miles. (Ref. 1057189)

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Stunning cottage on the sought-after Graythwaite Estate. En-suites. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Lake Windermere 0.3 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 3.5 miles; Ambleside 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1061172)

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  • Sleeps6
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    4.8

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Beaches is a contemporary holiday home nestled in the village of Polzeath, Cornwall. Close to the beach. Off-road parking. Games room. Open-plan living. Wadebridge 7 miles; Padstow 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1080491)

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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.