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 UK short breaks in May half term

Cherry Tree, Burgh Castle, Great Yarmouth

Burgh Castle, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Cherry Tree

Swimming Pool
Hot Tubs
Entertainment Passes

    4.2

    out of 5

    3 nights

    From

    £99
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    Lizard Point, Lizard Peninsula

    Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall

    Lizard Point

    Beach Nearby
    Family Entertainment

      3.7

      out of 5

      3 nights

      From

      £99
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      Summerfields, Scratby, Great Yarmouth

      Scratby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

      Summerfields

      Swimming Pool
      Entertainment Passes
      Family Entertainment

        3.8

        out of 5

        3 nights

        From

        £99
        View
        California Cliffs, Great Yarmouth

        Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

        California Cliffs

        Swimming Pool
        Beach Nearby
        Entertainment Passes

          4.5

          out of 5

          3 nights

          From

          £99
          View
          Sunnydale, Saltfleet, Nr Mablethorpe

          Saltfleet, Nr Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire

          Sunnydale

          Swimming Pool
          Fishing on Site
          Entertainment Passes

            3.7

            out of 5

            3 nights

            From

            £99
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            Breydon Water, Burgh Castle, Nr Gt Yarmouth

            Burgh Castle, Nr Gt Yarmouth, Norfolk

            Breydon Water

            Swimming Pool
            Beach Nearby
            Entertainment Passes

              3.8

              out of 5

              3 nights

              From

              £101
              View
              Kessingland Beach, Lowestoft

              Lowestoft, Suffolk

              Kessingland Beach

              Swimming Pool
              Entertainment Passes
              Family Entertainment

                4.2

                out of 5

                3 nights

                From

                £103
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                Valley Farm, Clacton-on-Sea

                Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

                Valley Farm

                Swimming Pool
                Entertainment Passes
                Family Entertainment

                  3.6

                  out of 5

                  3 nights

                  From

                  £109
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                  Regent Bay, Westgate, Morecambe

                  Westgate, Morecambe, Lancashire

                  Regent Bay

                  Swimming Pool
                  Family Entertainment

                    3.4

                    out of 5

                    3 nights

                    From

                    £112
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                    Best deals for a week's 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

                      £209
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                      Eastcott Lodges, North Tamerton, Bude

                      North Tamerton, Bude, Cornwall

                      Eastcott Lodges

                      Tranquil Setting
                      Fishing on Site
                      Relax and Explore

                        4.6

                        out of 5

                        7 nights

                        From

                        £349
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                        May half term lodge breaks from £150

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

                        Talacre, Holywell, Denbigshire

                        Talacre Beach Resort

                        Swimming Pool
                        Direct Beach Access
                        Hot Tubs

                          4

                          out of 5

                          3 nights

                          From

                          £115
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                          Newquay Bay Resort, Newquay

                          Newquay, Cornwall

                          Newquay Bay Resort

                          Swimming Pool
                          Tranquil Setting
                          Family entertainment

                            4.4

                            out of 5

                            3 nights

                            From

                            £141
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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!