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3 nights from Sat 31st May $651

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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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 $479

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  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun $1510

3 nights from Sun 25th May $828

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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Waverton Villa is a beautiful holiday home located in the small village of Waverton, just outside of Wigton in Cumbria. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Games room. Carlisle 14 miles; Keswick 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1149008)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Fri 30th May was $769 $681

  • 11 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

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Old Chapel, a family-friendly, converted chapel set in Glentworth near Ingham, Lincolnshire, enjoys the countryside, a hot tub, and a woodburning stove. Lincoln 12 miles. (Ref. 1162690)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Sun 1st Jun $1681

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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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 $1017

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  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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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 $377

  • 7 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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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 $1388

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  • 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 $779

3 nights from Sat 31st May was $1248 $925

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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4 Rockcliffe Grange is a stunning, three-storey townhouse situated in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, boasting a hot tub, games room, and summerhouse. Chesterfield 14.2 miles; Nottingham 14.3 miles; Peak District National Park 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1166425)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun $702

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  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
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The Cabin at Ropewalk is a wonderful detached barn conversion set in Goonbell near St Agnes, Cornwall, only a short walk to a beach and welcoming a pet. Perranporth 3.7 miles; Truro 9.2 miles. (Ref. 1150732)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun $535

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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Holly Dale, an impressive retreat, rests on the outskirts of Leek in Staffordshire, boasting a hot tub, a woodburning stove, and a pet-friendly policy. Buxton and Ashbourne 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1164383)

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3 nights from Wed 28th May $2102

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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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 $1056 $711

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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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 $797

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Mon 26th May $1578

  • 25 Guests
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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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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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • Sky TV

3 nights from Sun 1st Jun $6053

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Beautiful, stone-built cottage located in stunning countryside, near the Northumberland village of Ponteland. Panoramic, country views. WiFi. BBQ. Off-road parking. Pub 1 mile. (Ref. 1000069)

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3 nights from Sat 24th May was $974 $849

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  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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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 $521

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.