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A superb semi-detached property resting in Balchrick near Kinlochbervie. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Close to the beach. Durness 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1052093)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £617 £495

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Stone-built, end-terrace barn conversion in Pitchford village. Character beams and trusses. Well-equipped, comfortable accommodation. Shrewsbury 8 miles. (Ref. 904464)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Tue 28th May £432

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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A well-presented single-storey dwelling resting in Tondu, Mid Glamorgan. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Bridgend 4.5 miles; Porthcawl 8.6 miles; Port Talbot 10.5 miles. (Ref. 1131229)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Mon 27th May £357

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A stunning seaside cottage close to the beach in Aldeburgh, Suffolk. Sea views. Great location. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Welcome gift. WiFi. Woodbridge 16.5 miles; Southwold 18.1 miles; Felixstowe 30.1 miles. (Ref. 1120194)

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3 nights from Tue 28th May £722

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.5

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This charming terrace cottage rests in the ancient village of Flookburgh, in Cumbria. Woodburner. Enclosed garden. Grange-over-Sands 3.2 miles; Cartmel 3.5 miles. (Ref. 999521)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May was £590 £388

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    4.6

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A superb, three-storey, Grade II listed cottage resting in Malmesbury, Wiltshire. Woodburning stove. Near an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Close to amenities. Chippenham 10.2 miles; Cirencester 12.9 miles; Bath 23.8 miles. (Ref. 1079767)

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3 nights from Tue 28th May £448

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.2

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Detached lodge set on the the Oakwood Lodge Park on the outskirts of the Welsh town of Rhayader. Pet-friendly. Private hot tub. Llandrindod Wells 11 miles. (Ref. 1038275)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

3 nights from Wed 29th May £406

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  • Bedrooms12
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    4.2

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An impressive, detached house resting in Bampton near Shap, Cumbria. Hot tub. Bar. Games room. Pooley Bridge 7.6 miles; Penrith 9.8 miles; Kendal 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1076524)

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3 nights from Sun 26th May £2570

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.2

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This superb period cottage rests on the outskirts of Higher Clovelly, in Devon. Woodburning stove. Open-plan living. Bideford 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1026365)

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3 nights from Fri 31st May £476

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A delightful stone cottage resting on the outskirts of Skipton. Woodburning Stove. Countryside setting. Paddocks with farm animals. Grassington 10 miles; Keighley 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1042331)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Tue 28th May £442

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.2

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A hand-crafted shepherd's hut resting in a scenic caravan site in Llanrug, North Wales. River views. Romantic. Off-road parking. Decked terrace. Caernarfon 4.3 miles; Llanberis 4.3 miles; Betws-y-Coed 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1106186)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Sun 26th May £267

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo
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Arenig Lakeside Apartment is a stylish, lakeside abode resting on the outskirts of Bala, Gwynedd. Lakeside position. Open-plan living. Romantic. In National Park. Bala 1.7 miles; Llangollen 22.8 miles; Barmouth 26.9 miles. (Ref. 1142027)

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3 nights from Sun 26th May £472

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  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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A charming two-bedroom cottage resting on a working farm in Goodmanham Wold, York. Woodburning stove. En-suite bedrooms. Private patio. York 24.1 miles. (Ref. 958392)

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3 nights from Mon 27th May £407

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.5

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A delectable little cottage set in the pretty seaside town of Whitstable in Kent. Wooden beams. Amenities walking distance. Delightful garden. Herne Bay 5 miles. (Ref. 960930)

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3 nights from Fri 24th May was £740 £506

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A charming, stone-built cottage resting in Clapham, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Enclosed garden. Countryside views. Settle 7.2 miles; Ingleton 7.6 miles; Skipton 22.1 miles. (Ref. 1067832)

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3 nights from Sun 26th May £497

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  • Sleeps2
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    4.6

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This terraced cottage is located in Morpeth, Northumberland. Enclosed porch. WiFi. Newcastle 14 miles; Alnwick 19 miles. (Ref. 999602)

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3 nights from Wed 29th May £280

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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A well-appointed, two-bedroom cottage resting in St Ann's Chapel, Devon. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities and beach. Pet-friendly. Sea glimpses. Kingsbridge 6.4 miles; Salcombe 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1131105)

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3 nights from Tue 28th May £516

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.4

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This historic, ground-floor apartment resides in Buchlyvie, Stirling. Woodburning stove. Traditional. Off-road parking. Aberfoyle 5.8 miles; Stirling 17.2 miles; Loch Lomond 23.4 miles. (Ref. 1044861)

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3 nights from Sun 26th May £399

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  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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A charming stone-built cottage nestled in Elton, near Winster, Derbyshire. Romantic. Courtyard garden. Woodburning stove. Winster 1.2 miles; Matlock 6.4 miles; Bakewell 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1081190)

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3 nights from Fri 24th May was £846 £460

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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A modern cottage with two bedrooms in Dartmouth with Terrace. Off-road parking. Wi-Fi. Strictly no smoking or pets. (Ref. 995157)

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3 nights from Sun 26th May £557

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.