May Half Term Holiday Breaks

May half term holidays combine the joys of spring with the onset of summer, and this often means a week of fun and activities spent out in the sunshine (with a bit of luck!). It also marks the last school break before the summer holidays and is a chance to get together as a family, have some well-deserved time off school and work, and share some much-needed quality time. Browse our breaks for May half term and book yourself some family time now.

Kids in a swimming pool

Top deals for May half term UK short breaks

Breydon Water, Burgh Castle, Nr Gt Yarmouth

Burgh Castle, Nr Gt Yarmouth, Norfolk

Breydon Water

Swimming Pool
Beach Nearby
Entertainment Passes

    3.9

    out of 5

    3 nights

    From

    £116
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    Summerfields, Scratby, Great Yarmouth

    Scratby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

    Summerfields

    Swimming Pool
    Entertainment Passes
    Family Entertainment

      3.7

      out of 5

      3 nights

      From

      £117
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      Tropically heated indoor pool | Talacre Beach Resort, Talacre, Holywell

      Talacre, Holywell, Denbigshire

      Talacre Beach Resort

      Swimming Pool
      Direct Beach Access
      Hot Tubs

        4.1

        out of 5

        3 nights

        From

        £119
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        Sunnydale, Saltfleet, Nr Mablethorpe

        Saltfleet, Nr Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire

        Sunnydale

        Swimming Pool
        Fishing on Site
        Entertainment Passes

          3.5

          out of 5

          3 nights

          From

          £119
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          The Lakes Rookley, Rookley Village

          Rookley Village, Isle Of Wight

          The Lakes Rookley

          Swimming Pool
          Hot Tubs
          Restaurant

            3.7

            out of 5

            3 nights

            From

            £126
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            Best deals for a week's UK holiday during May half term

            The park setting

            Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, Pembrokeshire

            Fishguard Holiday Park

            Swimming Pool
            Relax and Explore
            Entertainment Passes

              4.6

              out of 5

              7 nights

              From

              £199
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              The park setting

              Mablethorpe, Skegness, Lincolnshire

              Towervans Caravan Park

              Relax and Explore
              Tranquil Setting
              Beach Nearby

                4.6

                out of 5

                7 nights

                From

                £225
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                May half term lodge breaks from £150

                Oak - Castlewood Lodges, Castlewood

                Castlewood, Aberdeenshire

                Castlewood Lodges

                Hot Tubs
                Cairngorms
                Relax and Explore

                  4

                  out of 5

                  3 nights

                  From

                  £459
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                  Laxfield Lodges, Laxfield, Nr Woodbridge

                  Laxfield, Nr Woodbridge, Suffolk

                  Laxfield Lodges

                  Hot Tubs
                  Luxury
                  Rural Location

                    4.8

                    out of 5

                    3 nights

                    From

                    £625
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                    Typical Beech Lodge<br />

                    Easingwold, North Yorkshire

                    Hollybrook Lodges

                    Hot Tubs
                    Romantic
                    Rural Location

                      4.9

                      out of 5

                      3 nights

                      From

                      £549
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                      Glendale, Port Carlisle

                      Port Carlisle, Cumbria

                      Glendale

                      Solway Firth
                      Coast & Countryside
                      Clubhouse

                        3.9

                        out of 5

                        3 nights

                        From

                        £289
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                        How to spend your May half term holiday in the UK

                        Head for seaside fun on the coast

                        Longer days and warmer temperatures mean that May is often a great time of year to head for a UK coastal holiday. Traditional seaside resorts like Blackpool, Bournemouth and Brighton offer bustling Victorian pleasure piers, family-friendly amusements and arcades, and lovely beaches for sunbathing, picnicking and dips in the sea. Along the stunning coastlines of Devon and Cornwall, the breathtaking beaches come alive with holidaymakers enjoying watersports like surfing, kayaking and paddle boarding. Scenic walking routes like the South West Coast path offer a chance to discover hidden coves and incredible views.

                        Explore city sights & attractions

                        If you’re after a May half term holiday packed with museum trips, shopping sprees and an endless choice of activities and attractions, then a UK city break might be just the answer. Discover fun activities and days out with the kids, like The Chocolate Story in York or Peppa Pig World in Southampton. For culture and history, explore enchanting castles in Warwick, Cardiff and Oxford or visit interactive museums in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Liverpool. With so much to see and do, you’ll never be bored on your May half term holiday in the city.

                        Discover nature & wildlife in the countryside

                        The UK is filled with National Parks, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and RSPB Nature Reserves, allowing you to experience the most incredible nature and wildlife on your May half term holiday. Hiking and cycling routes in the Peak District, the Yorkshire Moors and the Scottish Highlands are a great way to explore lush countryside and rolling hills while enjoying an active day out as a family. Trips to one of the UK’s many zoos, aquariums or safari parks offers the opportunity to see exotic wildlife up close, with many places offering animal encounters which allow you to get even closer.

                        Tip: May half term coincides with the Spring Bank Holiday, one of two May bank holidays!

                        Family having fun on the beach

                        Where to go for a UK May half-term holiday break

                        From cosy hideaways to super spacious sanctuaries, we have lodges, holiday parks and cottages to suit families and friendship groups of all shapes and sizes! Choose a countryside cottage for a serene escape, a lodge with a hot tub for a indulgent getaway or a coastal holiday park for family fun by the beach. The May half-term break of your dreams awaits!