Last-Minute May Half Term Breaks: The Best Escapes You Can Still Book
The May half term holidays have crept up again somehow — wasn’t it Christmas about five minutes ago? If you haven’t planned a getaway yet, don’t worry. There’s still time to squeeze in a lovely break!
Whether your perfect break involves seaside fish and chips, countryside walks, sunshine, a relaxing spa day, or simply keeping the kids entertained for a few days without hearing “I’m bored” every ten minutes, we have some great ideas for last-minute escapes!
Best Last-Minute Short Break Ideas
⭐ Away Resorts from £153 for 3 nights*
Time to roll up your sleeves, trade your trousers for shorts , and set off on a May half-term holiday with Away Resorts. There is never experience a dull moment, with Away Resorts exceptional on-site facilities, activities and evening entertainment. You can rest assured that the whole family will never run out of ways to stay entertained during May Half term, with so much to explore and experience.
*£153 for 3 nights based on staying at East Fleet Farm, Dorset 25-28th May Image Credit Away Resorts
⭐ Last-minute offers with TUI
Looking to getaway to somewhere warm this May? Check out TUI’s last minute deals for May holidays and book today! They understand that sometimes all you need is a cheap getaway, so they’ve put together some unbeatable deals just for you. TUI offer 24-hour support and a Price Match promise!
Live Happy with TUI. ABTA and ATOL protected.
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⭐ LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort Family Staycations from £146pp
Meet your favourite LEGOLAND® characters and experience 55+ rides and attractions, there’s something for everyone at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort. Then, turn your day out into an AWESOME family staycation, where imagination never sleeps! Overnight stays at one of their LEGOLAND® Resort Hotels include a stay in an immersive LEGO-themed room and a delicious hot breakfast. Or stay at one of their hand-picked partner hotels and enjoy all that these family-friendly hotels have to offer.
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⭐ Warwick Castle – Unforgettable Short Breaks
Step into over 1,000 years of history, the ultimate historical adventure for families and friends. Warwick Castle is full to the turrets with things to see and do, so it’s no surprise that you’ll want more than just a day – a sleepover is the perfect way to experience it all. Turn your visit into an unforgettable short break and pick from a range of unique experiences, including a stay in the immersive Knight’s Village with a Woodland Lodge or Glamping Tent, or enjoy a relaxing stay at the Warwick Castle Hotel.
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⭐ Forest Holidays – Enjoy £60 OFF your next break
Looking for a last-minute staycation that ticks all the boxes, naturally? A cosy couples’ cabin, to a treehouse for ten – Forest Holidays has got just the place. Enjoy dramatic woodland views through the soaring windows and lie back in your own outdoor hot tub surrounded by nature’s soundtrack.
Book with Forest Holidays for a last minute getaway and a one-of-a-kind forest experience.
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⭐ Chessington May Half Term from £94pp
Enjoy the family fun and thrills of the Theme Park and Zoo during the day, then relax and extend the adventure into the evening in one of their themed Resort Hotels! PLUS – Paw Patrol world is now OPEN! Join Chase on a high-speed rescue on Chase’s Mountain Mission, take to the skies on Skye’s Helicopter Heroes, rock and roll through Adventure Bay on Marshall’s Firetruck Rescue, and set sail on Zuma’s Hovercraft Adventure, the UK’s first ‘Drifter’ ride.
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⭐ Thorpe Park May Half Term Short Breaks from £88pp
Make it a Half Term to remember at Thorpe Park with over 25 rides and attractions, inc. 6 world-class coasters that will push you to your limits! Extend the thrills with a Short Break at Thorpe Shark Cabins and enjoy 2 days of non-stop action, plus exclusive Fastrack perks. Bank Holiday Bonus – Stay over on the bank holiday weekend and enjoy extended park hours until 9pm on 23, 24 & 25 May — more hours, more thrills!
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⭐ Alton Towers May Half Term Short Breaks from £70pp
Make May Half Term a thrill to remember! Join Bluey and Bingo on Bluey the Ride: Here Come the Grannies! and watch your little ones light up. Explore the UK’s only CBeebies Land, packed with rides, shows, and playful surprises designed just for them. There is something for kids of all ages this May Half Term. Turn your day into something even more special with a fantastical short break and get early access to your favourite rides and attractions! Stay in uniquely themed accommodation, make a splash in the waterpark, and enjoy even more time to laugh, play, and explore together.
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⭐ Disneyland® Paris – Explore more magic this May and save up to £100 on your next escape to Disneyland® Paris
Make this May more magical than ever, with enchanting savings of up to £100 on your next Disneyland® Paris holiday! With Disney Adventure World now open and full of excitement, there has never been a better time to visit. Step into a whole new world of immersive lands, bigger adventures, dazzling entertainment and unforgettable moments for the whole family. From iconic Disney magic to brand-new experiences waiting to be discovered, this is the perfect year to plan your escape…Simply enter code MAYMAGIC online to unlock your magical discount.
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We hope this has been helpful, and whatever you choose to do and wherever you choose to go, we wish you a fun-filled May half term full of special family moments.
From the LittleBird team xo
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