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An immaculately presented first floor accommodation resting in the little Lancashire village of Old Langho. Great for touring Trough of Bowland AONB. Hot tub. WiFi. Romantic couples. (Ref. 978888)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May €639

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Mariners Rest is a charming, one-bedroom property located in the stunning village of Gorran Haven in Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Couple's retreat. Portmellon 2.3 miles; Saint Austell 9.2 miles; Truro 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1149142)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May €568

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    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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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Sun 1st Jun €1344

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All Saints is a characterful, ground-floor apartment resting close to a beach, shop and pub in the town of Hastings, East Sussex, and is pet-friendly. St Leonards 2 miles; Rye 11.4 miles; High Weald National Landscape 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1162310)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May €608

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    5.0

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Upper Hurst Farmhouse is a wonderful holiday home resting just outside Hartington in Staffordshire. Hot tub. Enclosed garden. Scenic views. EV charging. Buxton 12.2 miles; Bakewell 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1131577)

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3 nights from Tue 3rd Jun €1139

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Tannery Cottage is an inviting terrace cottage situated in the town of Much Wenlock, Shropshire. Child-friendly. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Bridgnorth 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1145739)

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3 nights from Fri 23rd May was €1163 €690

  • Sleeps4
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    4.9

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Charming, two-bedroom cottage, located in the village of Troon near Camborne in Cornwall. Woodburner. Dog-friendly. WiFi. Shop 0.1 miles. (Ref. 999183)

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3 nights from Mon 26th May €538

  • Sleeps8
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The Brew House is a stunning abode perched on the outskirts of Harrogate in North Yorkshire, featuring ground-floor living, a hot tub, and welcomes a pet. Skipton 22.7 miles; York 25.2 miles. (Ref. 1165748)

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3 nights from Mon 2nd Jun €2178

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
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    4.9

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Leafield House is a stunning, luxury holiday home set amongst countryside in Upper Seagry, Wiltshire. Cinema room and library. Freestanding baths. Chippenham 5.4 miles; Malmesbury 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1044785)

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3 nights from Mon 2nd Jun €2361

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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A detached property resting within the village of Betws-Y-Coed. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Short walk to shop and pub. Llanrwst 4 miles; Blaenau Ffestiniog 11 miles. (Ref. 975751)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May €554

  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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A romantic, single-storey cottage resting in Beadlam, North Yorkshire. Open-plan. Beautiful views. Helmsley 2.2 miles; Pickering 10.9 miles; York 24.4 miles. (Ref. 1099725)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Mon 26th May €421

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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An impressive townhouse less than a 5 minute level walk into a quaint seaside town of Whitby. Furnished to an excellent standard. WiFi. Off-road parking. Runswick Bay 9.2 miles. (Ref. 1018024)

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3 nights from Fri 23rd May was €1787 €936

  • Sleeps8
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Barcud Coch - Red Kite is a contemporary, single-storey, detached home resting in Berriew near Montgomery, Powys. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Churchstoke 8.7 miles; Welshpool 8 miles; Bishop's Castle 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1125354)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Mon 2nd Jun €1087

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Small Lane Barn is an impressive, barn conversion near Endon in Staffordshire. Family-friendly. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Parking. Open-plan. Leek 5.5 miles. Stoke 9.3 miles. Stafford 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1120305)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Games room

3 nights from Mon 2nd Jun €1174

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A beautiful, single-storey holiday home encapsulated by the countryside in Alton near Ashover, Derbyshire. Ground-floor living. Hot tub. Barbecue. Gym. Countryside views. Smart TVs. Ashover 1.9 miles, Matlock 5.1 miles, Chesterfield 5.6 miles (Ref. 1129371)

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3 nights from Fri 6th Jun was €983 €692

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  • Sleeps6
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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 €1042 €545

  • Sleeps4
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    5.0

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Riverdale House is a beautifully-presented three-storey abode resting in Linton, a quaint village in North Yorkshire. Countryside. Smart TV. Dishwasher. Min - 3 nights stays. Grassington 0.6 miles; Skipton 8.5 miles; Ilkley 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1142420)

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3 nights from Thu 5th Jun €617

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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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 €434

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Exceptional, spacious rural barn conversion. Very high standard of furnishings and equipment. Beamed ceilings. Woodburning stove. En-suite facilities. Lovely walks close by. Blandford Forum 4 miles. (Ref. 905897)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Tue 3rd Jun €477

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Tower View, a luxurious, detached abode set in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, boasting a hot tub, ground-floor living, and a short walk to a beach. Pickering 17 miles; Whitby 19.7 miles; York 39.4 miles. (Ref. 1155318)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Sun 1st Jun €2219

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.