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Cottage Val is a stunning, stone built, converted barn situated between the coastal villages of Robin Hoods Bay and Ravenscar, just 11 miles from the popular seaside town of Scarborough. (Ref. 951440)

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3 nights from Mon 26th May £899

  • Sleeps23
  • Bedrooms11
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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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3 nights from Sat 31st May £4089

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    4.9

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An outstanding four-bedroom detached house in Kingsdown, Kent. Beautiful sea views. Balcony. Child and pet-friendly. Deal 4.3 miles; Dover 7.9 miles; Canterbury 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1096667)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £1606

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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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 Tue 27th May £1048

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.7

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A wonderful detached cottage in village of Parkend, within the Royal Forest of Dean. Underfloor heating throughout. En-suite facilities. Pet-friendly. Games area. Cinderford 6.7 miles; Monmouth 9.8 miles; Ross-on-Wye 12.8 miles. (Ref. 1062726)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £1053

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    5.0

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A beautiful one-bedroom cottage resting in a village near Kingham. Private garden. Electric fire. In the beaiutiful Cotswold. Kingham 3 miles. Moreton-in-Marsh 4 miles; Chipping Norton 4 miles; Stow-on-the-Wold 5 miles. (Ref. 1094227)

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3 nights from Sun 25th May £659

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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Ptarmigan is a family-friendly terraced home with sea views and off-road parking, located in the coastal village of Garlieston in Dumfries and Galloway. Wigtown 8 miles; Newton Stewart 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1159924)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May was £1032 £537

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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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 Fri 30th May was £1064 £720

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A charming two-bedroom annexe situated in Penmynydd near Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, Anglesey. Countryside views. Hot tub. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Menai Bridge 3.6 miles; Beaumaris 7.2 miles. (Ref. 1103541)

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3 nights from Fri 30th May was £768 £632

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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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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3 nights from Tue 27th May £776

  • Sleeps2
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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 Sat 24th May £612

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Luxury holiday home in a beautiful rural location near historic Dartmouth (a 10 minute-drive away). Flexible family friendly accommodation with four en suite bedrooms. Dog-friendly, accepting 2 dogs. Parking for four cars. Firepit and terrace. (Ref. 995294)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May £1518

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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Rising Sun Cottage is a delightful cottage resting in the village of Nannerch in Flintshire. Hot tub. Enclosed garden. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Holywell 5.3 miles; Mold 7.4 miles; Denbigh 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1156639)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £339

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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This charming 18th-century cottage rests near the canal in Barrow upon Soar, Leicestershire. Off-road parking. Character features. Woodburning stove. Loughborough 3.8 miles; Rothley 4.1 miles; Leicester 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1074062)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £393

  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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Sumptuous, first floor annexe just outside of the Somerset city of Bath. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Bath 3 miles. Romantic retreat. (Ref. 903751)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May £491

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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 Tue 27th May £432

  • 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 Mon 26th May £1192

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
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A stylish barn conversion resting in Wilberfoss, East Riding of Yorkshire. Enclosed garden. Parking. Countryside views. York 7.4 miles; Hull 29.3 miles. (Ref. 1067002)

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3 nights from Fri 30th May was £1133 £689

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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This magnificent holiday home rests in Upper Chapel near Builth Wells, Mid Wales. Games room. Smart TVs. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Brecon Beacons 15; Llandrindod Wells 15.4 miles; Hay-on-Wye 20.7 miles; Elan Valley 24 miles. (Ref. 1110850)

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3 nights from Wed 28th May £894

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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A beautifully presented property resting in a residential area of Heiton, Scottish Borders. WiFi. Smart TV. Terraced garden. Jedburgh 9 miles; Wooler 23 miles. (Ref. 1101185)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £503

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.