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May Half-term Breaks

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This magnificent, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Godshill near Fordingbridge, Hampshire. Smart TV. In a National Park. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Salisbury 12.7 miles; Bournemouth 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1134503)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Tue 28th May £1208

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.8

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A pretty, mid-terrace cottage nestled in the village of Hurst Green, Lancashire. Woodburning stove. Close to shops and pubs. Garden. Stonyhurst 1.3 miles. (Ref. 1051268)

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3 nights from Sun 26th May £309

  • Sleeps2
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    4.6

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A rustic single-storey cottage resting on the Llŷn Peninsula, outside Llanaelhaearn near Trefor, Caernarfon. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. Pet friendly. Hot tub. Pwllheli 7.8 miles; Criccieth 11.1 miles; Caernarfon 14.9 miles. (Ref. 1054834)

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3 nights from Fri 24th May was £1279 £657

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  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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A quaint, white-washed cottage resting in Weymouth, Dorset. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Open-plan living. Xbox. Close to beach. Dorchester 5.2 miles; Bridport 17 miles; Lyme Regis 26.3 miles. (Ref. 1113457)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £741 £530

  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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A contemporary, converted annexe next to the owner's farm on the outskirts of Hathersage, Derbyshire. Open-plan. Family-friendly. Electric fire. Rural location. Off-road parking. Castleton 6.9 miles; Curbar 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1089685)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £590 £400

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Hideaway Cottage is a charming, three-bedroom abode resting in the heart of Whitby, North Yorkshire. Near amenities, attractions and beach. Sea views. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles; Scarborough 19.8 miles; Pickering 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1139810)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £813 £611

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  • Sleeps4
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    5.0

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A delightful bungalow in Dinas Dinlle, North Wales. Beach within walking distance. Decking with views. Underfloor heating. Caernarfon 7.1 miles; Bangor 16.5 miles; Anglesey 26.4 miles. (Ref. 966902)

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3 nights from Sun 26th May £419

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A delightful detached cottage nestled in the charming hamlet of Llanrhyddlad, near Cemaes Bay. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor living. Hot tub. Spectacular views. Cemaes Bay 4.8 miles; Amlwch 9.6 miles; Holyhead 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1043479)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £736 £416

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.4

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A wonderful, thatched cottage nestled in Swansea, South Wales. Electric and gas fires. Dog-friendly. Near the beach. The Mumbles 3 miles; Llanelli 11.1 miles; Port Talbot 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1093841)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £1379 £986

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo
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A stylishly furnished annexe sitting in the village of Eyke, on the edge of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB. Pet-free. Child facilities. Enclosed courtyard. Woodbridge 4.5 miles; Saxmundham 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1130309)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Fri 31st May was £665 £550

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A traditional coastal holiday home resting in Aldeburgh, Suffolk. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Close to a beach. Saxmundham 7.4 miles; Orford 11.5 miles; Southwold 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1117145)

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3 nights from Wed 29th May £1403

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.7

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Superbly located first floor apartment in heart of Betws-y-Coed, overlooking village green. Perfectly situated for village amenities and local activities. Blaenau Ffestiniog 11 miles. (Ref. 16719)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £995 £824

  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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A brilliant, detached house resting on a farm in Middleton near Youlgreave, Derbyshire. Ample off-road parking. Open fire and woodburning stove. Hot tub. Winster 4.6 miles; Bakewell 6.6 miles; Matlock 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1079762)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £4459 £2486

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A duplex apartment resting in Cononley in Airedale. Secure parking. WiFi. Open-plan living room. Skipton 4 miles; Keighley 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1051050)

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3 nights from Fri 24th May was £1910 £1000

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A contemporary, semi-detached cottage nestled in the village of Helsby, Cheshire. Hot tub. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Ellesmere Port 6.5 miles; Chester 7.5 miles; Warrington 14.8 miles. (Ref. 999307)

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3 nights from Fri 24th May was £1914 £1164

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo
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Riverside Cottage, a stunningly-presented home nestled in the resort town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Near North York Moors National Park and beach. Pickering 17 miles; Whitby 20 miles; York 40 miles. (Ref. 1132407)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £577 £452

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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Chalet 46 is a charming, single-storey chalet resting in a holiday park in Pwlhelli, Gwynedd. Close to a beach. Close to a shop and a pub. Sea views. Abersoch 7.4 miles; Criccieth 9.4 miles; Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1156123)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £628 £570

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  • Sleeps4
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1 Penporth, a charming property located in the lovely town of Rhayader in Powys. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Child-friendly. Short drive to national parks. Llandrindod Wells 10.9 miles; Aberystwyth 34.6 miles. (Ref. 1143556)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £432 £392

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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Whitesands is a beautifully presented detached bungalow resting near the coast in Beadnell, Northumberland. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Seahouses 2.1 miles; Bamburgh 5.3 miles. (Ref. 24680)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Tue 28th May £602

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This detached, stone annexe is based on a smallholidng on the outskirts of Ludlow, within the Shropshire Hills AONB. Open-plan layout. Electric woodburner. WiFi. Ludlow 4 miles; Richards Castle 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1000613)

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3 nights from Sun 26th May £294

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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.