May Bank Holiday Breaks in South West England

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  • The front exterior of a modern townhouse with two dark doors numbered 5 and 6 and large windows at 5 Ocean Heights in Newquay
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    Newquay, Cornwall
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
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      4.7★

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    3 bedroom contemporary townhouse set over 3 floors on the edge of Newquay town, 5 mins walk to a choice of beaches , shops, bars and restaurants. (Ref. 953055)

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    7 nights from Sat 2nd May £802

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  • A stone cottage with a balcony and outdoor seating in a rural area at Hiscox Cottage Southleigh near Beer
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    Southleigh, near Beer, Devon
    • Sleeps5
    • Bedrooms2
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    Smart detached cottage on a big farm to wander. (Ref. 976020)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Baby-friendly
    • Games room

    • 25% off - Thu 15th Jan to 27th Mar 2026

    7 nights from Fri 8th May was £1119 £1085

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  • A garden with a grass lawn and stone building with wooden hot tub and patio chairs at Swallow Barn in St Kew
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    St Kew, Cornwall
    • Sleeps2
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    Secluded, semi-detached cottage near St Kew. (Ref. 976320)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • 5% off - Fri 3rd Apr to 10th Apr 2026

    7 nights from Fri 22nd May was £782 £750

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  • A wooden house with large windows and a fenced wooden deck surrounded by grass at Cove Lodge in Ilfracombe
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    Ilfracombe, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
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    Cove Lodge is a delightful lodge with a decking and exceptional countryside views, near a beach and the bustling seaside town of Ilfracombe in Devon. (Ref. 1161983)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from Sat 23rd May was £1094 £1021

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  • A wooden outdoor dining table with chairs on a lawn in front of a large building with red tiled roof at The Stables in Watchfield near Highbridge
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    Watchfield near Highbridge, Somerset
    • Sleeps5
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    The Stables is a superb barn conversion resting in Watchfield, Somerset. (Ref. 1112503)

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    7 nights from Thu 7th May £630

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  • A bubbling outdoor hot tub next to a cream building with large green windows overlooking a gravel yard and countryside at The Hayloft in Stockland Honiton
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    Stockland, Honiton, Devon
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    The Hayloft is a versatile, characterful, quirky, and Grade II-listed home, perfect for families or friends at Lower Lye, in the Blackdown Hills AONB. (Ref. 1120037)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Baby-friendly

    • 15% off - Fri 27th Mar to 3rd Apr 2026

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    7 nights from Mon 4th May £871

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  • A stone building with small windows and wooden doors next to a paved area and grass at Mill House Boskensoe Barns in Mawnan Smith near Falmouth
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    Mawnan Smith near Falmouth, Cornwall
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
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      4.9★

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    Ultimate luxury home stay 10 minute drive from a sandy beach. (Ref. 965738)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Baby-friendly

    7 nights from Sun 10th May £1752

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  • An exterior view of a rustic building with tiled roof and multiple glass doors opening onto a cobblestone courtyard with potted plants and a garden area at The Shippon in Honiton
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    Honiton, Devon
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    The Shippon is a spacious and inviting home, with characterful yet chic features, perfect for a couples retreat at Lower Lye, in the Blackdown Hills AONB. (Ref. 1087064)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • 15% off - Fri 27th Mar to 3rd Apr 2026

    7 nights from Fri 1st May £1027

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  • An outdoor patio with cushioned chairs and a table next to a barbecue grill at Tilia Barn in Wincanton
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    Wincanton, Somerset
    • Sleeps4
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    This excellent, two-bedroom barn conversion rests in Wincanton, Somerset. (Ref. 1052563)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from Sat 30th May £854

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  • A house exterior with a patio area and open living room at Sail Loft in Dawlish
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    Dawlish, Devon
    • Sleeps6
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    A contemporary, semi-detached holiday home sitting on the edge of Dawlish, Devon. (Ref. 1076226)

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    • Sky TV

    • 10% off - Sat 14th Mar to 8th May 2026

    • 5% off - Sat 1st Aug to 30th Aug 2026

    7 nights from Sat 2nd May was £941 £876

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May Bank Holiday Breaks in the South West

On the next May Bank Holiday, take advantage of that extra day off and plan a break to the South West.

Fill your Early May Bank Holiday with adventures across one of the South West of England’s four counties; Devon, Dorset, Somerset and Cornwall.

Things to do on a May Bank Holiday Break

If you’re an avid adventurer, Cornwall is the place to go for surfing and a range of other watersports. Try coasteering along the North Cornwall coast or stand-up paddle boarding in West Cornwall.

Devon is a walkers paradise. Venture across Dartmoor, Exmoor and the Devon’s five Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the choice is endless. Not to mention the South West Coast Path! Perfect for a dog-friendly holiday in Devon!

Seek out Dorset’s incredible landmarks like the breath-taking Durdle Door, or head to the lights and sights of Weymouth with a host family-friendly attractions to enjoy on family holiday.

Somerset has its fair share of beautiful beaches too, with the seaside resort of Weston-Super-Mare being the classic British seaside town to enjoy on a short break or week-long holiday.

Book your May Bank Holiday break to the South West with Helpful Holidays today.

 

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