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There's an autumn chill in the air, Christmas is getting closer and the shops are already packed with festive goods. Taking a break at October half term is the last chance many will have for a holiday in 2026. Where will you escape to?
Last-minute October half term holidays
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Concorde El Salam Sharm El Sheikh Sport Hotel
9.1
Excellent
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Gatwick
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Hotel Costa Calero Thalasso & Spa
8.9
Excellent
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Manchester
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Pickalbatros Golf Beach Resort
9.9
Excellent
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- All-inclusive
- Gatwick
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Charmillion Club Aqua Park
9.6
Excellent
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- All-inclusive
- Gatwick
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Below we've highlighted the main shutdown periods for schools in major cities. However, do check with your child's school or local education authority for exact dates as they can vary dramatically, even within the same area.
| Location | Break up | Return |
|---|---|---|
| London | 23 October | 2 November |
| Bristol | 23 October | 2 November |
| Birmingham | 23 October | 2 November |
| Manchester | 23 October | 2 November |
| Newcastle | 23 October | 2 November |
| Cardiff | 23 October | 2 November |
| Edinburgh | 9 October | 20 October |
| Glasgow | 9 October | 20 October |
| Belfast | 23 October | 2 November |
Cheap October half term holidays under £300pp
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Poseidon Resort
8.8
Excellent
- 27 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Self-catering
- Manchester
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Hotel La Estación
8.3
Very Good
- 27 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Room only
- Manchester
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Apartamentos Benidorm Horizon by Pierre & Vacances
7.8
Good
- 27 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Room only
- Manchester
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3 night breaks during October half term
Athena Apartments Stalida
- 27 Oct 2026
- 3 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Manchester
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Aparthotel BCL Levante Club
- 28 Oct 2026
- 3 nights
- Self-catering
- Cardiff
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Acapulco
- 27 Oct 2026
- 3 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Prestwick
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Primavera Loix
- 28 Oct 2026
- 3 nights
- Self-catering
- Manchester
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Barceló La Nucía Hills
- 29 Oct 2026
- 3 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Gatwick
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Vantaris Luxury Beach Resort
- 27 Oct 2026
- 3 nights
- All-inclusive
- Manchester
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Hotel Benidorm Plaza
- 29 Oct 2026
- 3 nights
- Half board
- Gatwick
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Kastro Beach Apartments
- 26 Oct 2026
- 3 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Manchester
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Where to go in October during half term?
Getting it right in October can be tricky, but we've rounded up some sure-fire winners for a successful break. October half term is a great time to recharge those batteries ahead of the long winter months - whether you crave sunshine or want to feed your mind and soul.
Many people will opt for some early winter sun at this time of year, trips to the Canary Islands, the Caribbean, Florida and the Red Sea in Egypt are all firm favourites. For those looking to keep costs down, the Spanish Costas, including the Costa del Sol and the Costa Blanca with perennial favourite Benidorm, are hugely popular and won't break the bank.
Majorca is also a good bet, along with more exotic options such as Morocco. Cyprus is still warm, as are some of the Turkish resorts and Crete in the Greek islands. Malta is also a good option at this time of year while the Algarve in southern Portugal will also give you a well-deserved break without busting your wallet. Just check the temperatures for the resort you plan to travel to.
Another great idea is a city break. Europe's capital cities offer a fantastic short break option for families, as well as people travelling without children. Paris, Berlin and Rome are just a starting point.
Alternatively, head to one of the UK's big cities such as London, Manchester or Edinburgh for sightseeing, shopping and entertainment; book a country cottage to see the countryside in autumnal splendour, or check into a UK holiday park for some family fun.
Cyprus October half term deals
Helios Bay Hotel and Suites
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- Glasgow
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Hilltop Gardens Hotel Apartments
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- Glasgow
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Alecos Hotel Apartments
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- Glasgow
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Kefalonitis
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Glasgow
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Corallia Beach Hotel Apartments
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- Glasgow
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Pandream Hotel Apartments
- 25 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- Edinburgh
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Theo Sunset Bay Hotel
- 25 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Edinburgh
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Mariela Hotel Apts
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Glasgow
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Florida October half term deals
Hotel Landy Orlando Universal Blvd, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- 25 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Gatwick
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Doubletree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
- 25 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Heathrow
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SpringHill Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista in Marriott Village
- 25 Oct 2026
- 6 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Heathrow
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Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel
- 25 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Room only
- Heathrow
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Orlando International Drive North Hotel
- 25 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Aberdeen
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Holiday Inn Orlando SW - Celebration Area
- 25 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Aberdeen
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WorldQuest Orlando Resort
- 25 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Room only
- Gatwick
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Floridays Resort Orlando
- 25 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Room only
- Heathrow
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Malta October half term deals
Salini Resort
- 27 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Manchester
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Topaz Hotel
- 27 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Room only
- Manchester
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Qawra Palace Resort & SPA
- 27 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Manchester
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Intercontinental Malta
- 25 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Edinburgh
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Doubletree by Hilton Malta
- 26 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Edinburgh
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Luna Holiday Complex
- 25 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Self-catering
- Edinburgh
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Plaza Regency Hotels
- 26 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Edinburgh
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Grand Hotel Excelsior
- 26 Oct 2026
- 4 nights
- Room only
- Edinburgh
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Top destinations for October half term
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