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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

3 nights from Sat 31st May £491

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The Games Room is a homely studio-style annexe resting in Bracklesham Bay in West Sussex, boasting a TV, an enclosed garden and is near the beach. Chichester 7.4 miles; Bognor Regis 12.3 miles; Brighton 40.2 miles. (Ref. 24614)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £310

  • 4 Guests
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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)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £361

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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Beautifully finished, detached, brick-built barn conversion on the Holderness Peninsula with panoramic views. Close to Hull, the City of Culture 2017. Easy access to Spurn Point Nature Reserve, York, Beverley, Hornsea and Bridlington. Hedon 2 miles. (Ref. 6466)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May was £644 £404

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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A delightful stable conversion situated on the outskirts of Shipham, in North Somerset. Modern interior. Pet-friendly. Enclosed gardens. Winscombe 1 mile; Weston-super-Mare 7 miles. (Ref. 997606)

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3 nights from Sun 25th May £558

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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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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3 nights from Tue 27th May £361

3 nights from Sun 25th May £635

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  • 7 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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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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Beautiful, detached stone farmhouse in Bashall Eaves in the Ribble Valley. Woodburner and open fires. Master bedroom with super king-size bed and en-suite shower and roll-top bath. Beautiful views of open fields. Clitheroe 3.7 miles. (Ref. 917762)

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3 nights from Fri 30th May was £865 £575

  • 2 Guests
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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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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £325

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
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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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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £1140

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
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A stylishly decorated annexe cottage just outside of Mattishall in East Anglia. All ground floor. Open plan living. Extensive lawns. Dereham 5 miles. (Ref. 955349)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £284

3 nights from Sat 24th May was £866 £589

  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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23 Mill Court, a friendly abode located in the village of Ruswarp in North Yorkshire. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Open plan. Near to shop and pub. Whitby 2.1 miles; Robin Hood's Bay 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1154525)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May £426

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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

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  • 4 Guests
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Seahills is a seaside-themed semi-detached house with off-road parking in Lyme Regis in Dorset, on the UNESCO Jurassic Coast. Charmouth 3.1 miles; Axminster 5.5 miles; Bridport 9.8 miles; Sidmouth 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1170157)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun £414

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A contemporary cottage based in the heart of the town of Malvern in Worcestershire. Exposed beams. Beautiful garden. Near Malvern Hills. (Ref. 969225)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £421

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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Beth's Cottage, a splendid holiday cottage resting just outside Sherburn, North Yorkshire. Open-plan living space. Single-storey. Enclosed garden. Filey 15.2 miles; Scarborough 15.4 miles; York 25.6 miles. (Ref. 1148578)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May £570

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Quality, detached single-storey cottage on the Malvern Hills, near the town of Malvern. King-size double, woodburning stove. Off road parking. Enclosed garden. Malvern 5 miles. (Ref. 942032)

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3 nights from Fri 30th May was £620 £370

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.