May Bank Holiday Breaks in South West England

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  • A modern house with wooden fencing and a large grass lawn at Linden Barn in Wincanton
    53
    Wincanton, Somerset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    This exquisite, two-bedroom barn conversion rests in Wincanton, Somerset. (Ref. 1129215)

    • Wi-fi
    • Electric car charging
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from Sun 2nd May £583

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  • A cottage with a thatched roof in a field at Rose Cottage Okehampton
    44
    Okehampton, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      4.5★

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    Rose Cottage is a thatched cottage resting in the village of Jacobstowe in Devon. (Ref. 1117864)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Hot Tub
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    3 nights from Sun 2nd May £607

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  • A narrow outdoor passage with white stone walls a bench and table and hanging flower baskets at Fox Hat Cottage in Chagford
    31
    Chagford, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      4.7★

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    A sweet, thatched terraced cottage resting just paces from the heart of Chagford. (Ref. 1095896)

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    3 nights from Fri 7th May £444

    Last booked 6 hours ago
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  • A stone building with wooden stairs leading to a balcony in a garden at Cherrywood Barn in South Petherton
    18
    South Petherton, Somerset
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • PetsYes

      4.9★

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    Pretty, detached stone built barn with lovely rural outlook. (Ref. 1052429)

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    3 nights from Fri 30th Apr £362

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  • A cottage with a garden and a dining table at Mays Cottage in Wadebridge
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    23
    St Issey, Cornwall
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

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    Mays Cottage is a simply stunning, character cottage in the village of St Issey, Cornwall, with gardens, close by shops, pubs, and beaches. (Ref. 1201507)

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    3 nights from Fri 7th May £686

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  • A house with patio furniture and a hot tub at Knowle House Okehampton
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    64
    Okehampton, Devon
    • Sleeps9
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    Knowle House is a stunning, five-bedroom home resting in Okehampton, Devon. (Ref. 1192506)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Hot Tub
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    • Baby-friendly

    • 5% off - Fri 14th Aug to 21st Aug 2026

    3 nights from Fri 30th Apr £1299

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  • An outdoor patio area with furniture at Westacombe Farm in Dunsford near Tedburn St Mary
    72
    Dunsford, Devon
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    Westacombe Farmhouse is a Grade II listed holiday home in Dunsford near Tedburn St Mary, Devon, with stunning rural views and spacious interiors. (Ref. 1172629)

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    3 nights from Fri 7th May £538

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  • A stone and wood house with a tiled roof and gravel driveway at Hoglets in Exford
    42
    Exford, Somerset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    This cosy, characterful cottage is located in the center of Exmoor, a short walk from Exford. (Ref. 1077329)

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    • Dishwasher
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    3 nights from Fri 30th Apr £562

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  • A house with a deck and outdoor furniture near a pond with ducks at Number 8 Lakes View in Brean
    57
    Brean, Somerset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    A remarkable single-storey lodge resting on the picturesque grounds of Brean Country Club, Somerset. (Ref. 1081562)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from Sun 2nd May £765

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  • A stone building with wooden windows and door surrounded by a paved driveway and a garden with a blossoming tree at Bagtor Granary in Ilsington
    48
    Ilsington, Devon
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    A delightful, three-bedroom barn conversion resting on a working farm in Ilsington, Devon. (Ref. 1079841)

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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from Fri 30th Apr £717

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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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