Bank holidays UK | Unique holiday escapes
Organising your bank holiday getaway in advance is the best way to avoid disappointment. On this page, you can find a curated selection of group accommodations available over all of this year’s bank holidays. In addition to having venues for every occasion, Party Houses venues are distributed throughout the UK. From houses outside of cities like Bristol to secluded homes in the Peak District, there are many options for a bank holiday break. If you are looking for accommodation over other holidays CLICK HERE for Christmas, or CLICK HERE for New Year’s Eve.
Please scroll down past August if you wish to see availability for May 2025
Early May Bank Holiday | 1st of May 2026 - 4th of May 2026
Greenwood Oast House for 10-12
East Sussex, South East
Easter - 3 nights for £3,950. May 2026 - 3 night stay for £3,674
- 12 Guests,
- 4 Bedrooms,
- 20 Dining for
A characterful house in Greenwood Estate courtyard, with meeting rooms, a cosy lounge with TV & fireplace, dining area, private gardens with seating, plus a year-round pool.
Pulborough Lodge for 10 guests
Pulborough, South East
Xmas and NYE - 3 nights for £3,250. Easter - 3 nights for £2,750.
- 10 Guests,
- 4 Bedrooms,
- 10 Dining for
Pulborough Lodge, located in the South Downs National Park, is the perfect rural escape. Just 1 hour 15 minutes from London, it’s ideal for large groups or as part of Pulborough Estate.
Buttercup Barn for 10 guests
Corley Moor, Midlands and the Peak District
Easter and May 2026 - 3 nights for £2,450
- 10 Guests,
- 4 Bedrooms,
- 10 Dining for
Buttercup Barn in Warwickshire is a cosy country retreat for up to 10 guests. Enjoy stunning views, a hot tub, a games room, and a cinema-style TV, plus pet-friendly spaces.
Rosemoor Grange for 12 guests
Shropshire, Midlands and the Peak District
NYE - 4 nights for £3,100
- 12 Guests,
- 6 Bedrooms,
- 12 Dining for
A fantastic holiday home in Shropshire, offering an indoor pool, tennis court, and children’s play area. Perfect for families with spacious interiors and a peaceful countryside setting.
Clifftop Cottage for 13 guests
Cornwall, South West
Xmas and NYE - 3 nights for £2,933
- 13 Guests,
- 5 Bedrooms,
- 13 Dining for
A peaceful seaside escape with panoramic views along the Cornwall coastline. Ideal for family gatherings, it features a cozy living room, Aga kitchen, and a verandah overlooking Coverack Cove.
Meadow Manor for 18 Guests
Ross-on-Wye, South West
- 18 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 18 Dining for
A stunning self-catering venue near the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, split across 2 properties. With luxurious furnishings, hot tubs, and alfresco dining, it’s a perfect getaway.
Elmore Grove for 24 - 32 guests
Gloucester, South West
Easter - A 3 night stay for £7,450. May 2026 - 3 nights for £6,500
- 32 Guests,
- 10 Bedrooms,
- 28 Dining for
A modern, riverside venue on the Severn near Gloucester, with heated indoor pool, cinema room, games area, hot tub, BBQ & fire pit, meeting rooms, and private gardens.
Thistle House for 14 guests
Skelmorlie, Scotland
Easter and August - 3 nights for £2,490.
- 14 Guests,
- 5 Bedrooms,
- 14 Dining for
A seaside retreat in Skelmorlie for 14 guests with a hot tub, sauna, 85-inch Smart TV, and a spacious dining area. Ideal for celebrations, with optional catering and spa packages.
Catweazle Manor for 16 guests
Henley-on-Thames, South East
Christmas - 4 nights for £4,300. NYE - 3 nights for £3,400. Easter and May 2026 - 3 nights for £3,900
- 18 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 18 Dining for
A historic timber-framed house in the Chiltern Hills with open fireplaces, large gardens, a seasonal heated pool, games, and charming antique interiors.
Verdant Manor for 14 guests
Little Massingham, East England
- 14 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 14 Dining for
Set within a 63-acre estate of woodland and gardens, this luxurious Norfolk accommodation offers grand interiors, in-house services, and the option to combine with nearby cottages.
Roe Manor for 21 guests
Blaenoffos, Wales
Xmas and NYE - 3 nights for £6,000.
- 21 Guests,
- 10 Bedrooms,
- 21 Dining for
A Georgian manor with expansive grounds and a trout lake. Perfect for weddings and reunions, featuring a wedding license and dog-friendly areas.
Auburn Lodge for 10 guests
Lofthouse, North
- 10 Guests,
- 1 Bedrooms,
- 10 Dining for
Located in How Stean Gorge, this cosy cabin for 10 offers adventure with activities like abseiling and mountain biking, plus a hot tub, BBQ, fire pit, and log burner for relaxation.
Lily Pad Lodge for 11 guests
Langport, South West
- 11 Guests,
- 5 Bedrooms,
- 11 Dining for
Nestled in Somerset, this cosy lodge offers a pizza oven, snooker table, hot tub, and beautiful gardens with a hammock, trampoline, and a small fishing lake
Lakeside Hall for 21 guests
Carlisle, North
NYE and May BH - 3 nights for £3,720
- 21 Guests,
- 9 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
An Edwardian mansion with stunning views, private gardens, and a cinema projector. Enjoy family-friendly amenities like a trampoline, BBQ, and eco-conscious features.
Ashley House for 16 - 18 guests
Cotswolds, South West
- 18 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 22 Dining for
A Victorian villa near Bath with en-suite bedrooms, countryside views, rich history, and easy access to historic villages and local activities.
Hollow Meadows Hall for 20 guests
Hollow Meadows, Midlands and the Peak District
Easter - 3 nights for £7,050.
- 20 Guests,
- 10 Bedrooms,
- 20 Dining for
Nestled in the Peak District, this Victorian-style hall offers 10 eclectic bedrooms, private gardens, a pool, tennis court, and an entertainment room. Perfect for outdoor adventurers.
Late May Bank Holiday | 22nd of May 2026 - 25th of May 2026
Orchid Farm for 10 guests
South East
Easter - 3 nights for £3,300
- 10 Guests,
- 4 Bedrooms,
- 10 Dining for
A modern and stylish Banbury accommodation consisting of 3 barns. The house features a hot tub and a BBQ, and is the perfect base for building lasting memories with family and friends.
Pastel Palace for 22 Guests
Ambleside, North
- 22 Guests,
- 9 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
A fantastic Lake District Party House, equipped with an extensive selection of amenities. Pet-friendly, with a casino room, games room, hot tubs, sauna, pizza oven, and 1980s American diner-themed kitchen and dining room.
The Rosewood Hall for 42 guests
Doncaster, North
- 42 Guests,
- 21 Bedrooms,
- 150 Dining for
A grand Victorian Wedding Venue with 21 bedrooms and 250 acres of parkland to explore. Enjoy a games room, hot tub and fitness centre.
Merrymeet for 16 guests
Waterhouses, Midlands and the Peak District
Easter - 3 nights for £2,600.
- 16 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 16 Dining for
A spacious Peak District cottage for 16 with 7 bedrooms, a games room, a large lounge, and valley views. Enjoy BBQs on the terrace and four ground-floor bedrooms for easy access.
Bryony Barn for 35 guests
Sedbergh, North
Xmas - 4 nights for £4,484. Easter - 3 nights for £4,589
- 35 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 35 Dining for
A stunning barn conversion near Sedbergh with 8 en-suite rooms, an 8-seater hot tub, a games room, and a 5-acre outdoor games field.
Burrow Barn sleeps 15 - 17 guests
Somerset, South West
NYE - 3 nights for £5,000. Easter - 3 nights for £3,835.
- 17 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 17 Dining for
A renovated 1564 barn in rural Somerset blends traditional exteriors with modern comforts. Enjoy a games room, two hot tubs, BBQ terrace, snug and multiple lounge TVs.
Pulborough Mill House for 15 guests
Pulborough, South East
Xmas and NYE - 3 nights for £3,250. Easter - 3 nights for £2,750.
- 15 Guests,
- 4 Bedrooms,
- 15 Dining for
A quirky mill house in the South Downs with unique themed rooms, open-plan spaces, and spacious gardens with a fire pit. Perfect for large groups, with hot tub hire available.
Pulborough Barn for 14 - 18 guests
Pulborough, South East
NYE - 3 nights for £3,250. Easter - 3 nights for £2,750.
- 18 Guests,
- 4 Bedrooms,
- 50 Dining for
A stylish converted barn in the South Downs with dorm-style rooms, a large dining area for 50, and scenic surroundings. Perfect for big groups looking to celebrate together.
Pulborough Hall for 14 guests
Pulborough, South East
Xmas and NYE - 3 nights for £3,250. Easter - 3 nights for £2,750.
- 14 Guests,
- 4 Bedrooms,
- 12 Dining for
A West Sussex country house in South Downs National Park, surrounded by wildflower meadows. Features en-suites, BBQ area, and stylish interiors filled with global antiques.
Barley House for 14 - 18 guests
Driffield, North
Christmas - 3 nights for £3,750.
- 18 Guests,
- 5 Bedrooms,
- 14 Dining for
A unique converted Victorian grain store with 2 acres of private grounds. Ideal for group getaways, it features spacious living areas, a hot tub, and stunning views for up to 18 guests.
Pulborough Lodge for 10 guests
Pulborough, South East
Xmas and NYE - 3 nights for £3,250. Easter - 3 nights for £2,750.
- 10 Guests,
- 4 Bedrooms,
- 10 Dining for
Pulborough Lodge, located in the South Downs National Park, is the perfect rural escape. Just 1 hour 15 minutes from London, it’s ideal for large groups or as part of Pulborough Estate.
Buttercup Barn for 10 guests
Corley Moor, Midlands and the Peak District
Easter and May 2026 - 3 nights for £2,450
- 10 Guests,
- 4 Bedrooms,
- 10 Dining for
Buttercup Barn in Warwickshire is a cosy country retreat for up to 10 guests. Enjoy stunning views, a hot tub, a games room, and a cinema-style TV, plus pet-friendly spaces.
Scarlet Manor for 16 guests
Somerset, South West
- 16 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 16 Dining for
A modernised farmhouse on 60 acres near Bruton, Scarlet Manor offers panoramic views to Glastonbury Tor, quirky countryside décor, a sauna, gym kit, and year-round comfort.
Stoney Manor for 17 guests
Milton Keynes, South East
Xmas - 4 nights for £5,977. NYE - 3 nights for £5,977.
- 17 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 18 Dining for
A beautifully restored Grade II listed manor tucked away in peaceful countryside. Features include a hot tub, sauna, games room, piano, and an acre of private grounds.
Hye House Manor for 20-27 guests
Crowhurst, South East
Xmas - 3 nights for £10,600.
- 27 Guests,
- 13 Bedrooms,
- 20 Dining for
A Grade II listed manor set in 3.5 acres of East Sussex countryside, featuring a swimming pool, private gym, orangery, and expansive grounds, just 15 minutes from Bexhill Beach.
Thistle House for 14 guests
Skelmorlie, Scotland
Easter and August - 3 nights for £2,490.
- 14 Guests,
- 5 Bedrooms,
- 14 Dining for
A seaside retreat in Skelmorlie for 14 guests with a hot tub, sauna, 85-inch Smart TV, and a spacious dining area. Ideal for celebrations, with optional catering and spa packages.
Starlight Cottage for 17 guests
Todmorden, North
Easter - 3 nights for £4,140
- 17 Guests,
- 9 Bedrooms,
- 18 Dining for
Starlight Cottage, a spacious 9-bedroom retreat, offers a hot tub, stunning views, a BBQ balcony, and is ideally located near Leeds and Manchester for a peaceful countryside escape.
Dove Cottage for 16 guests
Henley-on-Thames, South East
Easter - 3 nights for £4,050
- 16 Guests,
- 6 Bedrooms,
- 16 Dining for
This 6-bedroom home in Oxfordshire offers a hot tub, games room, fireplace, and outdoor dining, perfect for relaxing gatherings in a stylish, countryside setting.
Catweazle Manor for 16 guests
Henley-on-Thames, South East
Christmas - 4 nights for £4,300. NYE - 3 nights for £3,400. Easter and May 2026 - 3 nights for £3,900
- 18 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 18 Dining for
A historic timber-framed house in the Chiltern Hills with open fireplaces, large gardens, a seasonal heated pool, games, and charming antique interiors.
Chestnut Hall for 16 guests
Walcot, North
Easter and May BH - 3 nights for £4,200
- 16 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 60 Dining for
A pet-friendly Georgian estate in North Lincolnshire with 27 acres of private grounds, a wedding license, and space for up to 400 guests—ideal for celebrations.
Verdant Manor for 14 guests
Little Massingham, East England
- 14 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 14 Dining for
Set within a 63-acre estate of woodland and gardens, this luxurious Norfolk accommodation offers grand interiors, in-house services, and the option to combine with nearby cottages.
Lily Pad Lodge for 11 guests
Langport, South West
May BH - 3 nights for £2,750
- 11 Guests,
- 5 Bedrooms,
- 11 Dining for
Nestled in Somerset, this cosy lodge offers a pizza oven, snooker table, hot tub, and beautiful gardens with a hammock, trampoline, and a small fishing lake
Golden Manor Spa Venue for 22-24
Tarbolton, Scotland
NYE - 3 nights for £3,600. May 2026 - 3 nights for £3,090
- 24 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
Relax and unwind at this hen party venue near Glasgow, with spa facilities, 2 hot tubs, sauna, steam room, BBQ log cabin, and the option for self-catering or catering.
Lakeside Hall for 21 guests
Carlisle, North
NYE and May BH - 3 nights for £3,720
- 21 Guests,
- 9 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
An Edwardian mansion with stunning views, private gardens, and a cinema projector. Enjoy family-friendly amenities like a trampoline, BBQ, and eco-conscious features.
Ashley House for 16 - 18 guests
Cotswolds, South West
May BH - £3,843 for 3 nights
- 18 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 22 Dining for
A Victorian villa near Bath with en-suite bedrooms, countryside views, rich history, and easy access to historic villages and local activities.
Hollow Meadows Hall for 20 guests
Hollow Meadows, Midlands and the Peak District
Easter - 3 nights for £7,050.
- 20 Guests,
- 10 Bedrooms,
- 20 Dining for
Nestled in the Peak District, this Victorian-style hall offers 10 eclectic bedrooms, private gardens, a pool, tennis court, and an entertainment room. Perfect for outdoor adventurers.
Westbury Manor for 22 guests
Westbury-on-Severn, South West
Xmas and NYE - 3 nights for £4,500. Easter - £3,990.
- 22 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
An exclusive manor near the Cotswolds, set on 1.5 acres of private grounds. Enjoy a games room with pool table and bar, scenic countryside views, Netflix, Wi-Fi, and hot tub hire.
Garnock Spa Venue for 27 guests
North Ayrshire, Scotland
Xmas - 3 nights for £3,600. Easter - 3 nights for £4,490.
- 27 Guests,
- 9 Bedrooms,
- 27 Dining for
Exclusive-use retreat near Ayrshire golf country for 24 guests. Enjoy thermal suites, BBQ log cabin, spa treatments, projector screen, and optional catering and private spa.
St Edmund's Courtyard for 18 - 23 guests
Stowlangtoft, East England
NYE - 2 nights for £4,996.88.
- 35 Guests,
- 9 Bedrooms,
- 23-35 Dining for
A Grade II listed estate with 1000 acres of parkland. Enjoy unique cottages, a bar, a football pitch, and family-friendly amenities. Perfect for events or a relaxing group getaway.
Christmas & New Year's
One of the greatest parts of booking a holiday house through Party Houses is being able to fit everyone under one roof. Inviting the whole family for lunch on Christmas day is such fun, but going on holiday together is better. Party Houses have group accommodations suitable even for large groups. This makes many of our venues ideal for family reunions. Those lucky enough to get a bank holiday break could turn it into a workation!
Christmas at home with the family can be magical. But if you’re thinking of mixing things up this year, a Christmas stay at one of our Party House rentals might interest you. Our Party Houses are designed to make your Christmas celebrations as magical as possible and offer ample comfort and entertainment for the whole family. For Christmas availabilities, CLICK HERE. If you happen to be searching for New Year’s Eve venues, CLICK HERE.
Bank Holiday Breaks in every location
Your path to planning perfect bank holidays starts here. It is undeniable that holidays are a welcome treat, and getting out of town makes them more exciting. But what do you do when all your loved ones are on holiday too? Well, you come here, of course, to our Party Houses page of Bank Holiday Breaks! Party Houses offers a wide range of outstanding group accommodations throughout the UK. Our listings cover everything from countryside estates to London townhouses and can sleep up to as many as 63 guests. We have venues for weddings, hen and stag parties, birthday parties, family reunions, and corporate events… there’s something for every occasion.
With so many bank holidays, there are multiple opportunities to organise a bank holiday break. Whether it’s a specific occasion or a celebration of spring, a long weekend is a grand excuse for a getaway.
This page is designed to assist you in finding the best locations for any bank holiday. We will update it as venues are booked up and as new ones become available. There’s nothing better than Monday being a day off. Whether it’s May or August, a Monday off is excellent. Using the extra day to get out of town is such a treat. So celebrate all the bank holiday breaks that the year has to offer. Every bank holiday is an opportunity to spend an extra day out in the countryside without getting the Monday Blues.
Book A Bank Holiday Escape
The best way to maximise your holidays is to plan around bank holidays. A long weekend can make the difference between a 9-day holiday, and a short 6-day break. Knowing when you’ll have time off makes it possible to plan proper getaways. They provide an opportunity for a quick, weekend getaway with time to ease into the week with a Monday off. They give you a bit of a breather in a busy month.
Whether you use your bank holidays together with holiday days, or embrace a short weekend getaway, they’re worth being aware of. Knowing when you have time off gives you an opportunity to plan ahead. Planning ahead helps you to avoid disappointment and get the house you want.
Plan the perfect bank holiday
Use this page to find the best accommodation for your bank holiday breaks. We have an ideal venue for every bank holiday the year has to offer. The venues have been arranged according to the relevant month and subdivided according to the holiday. Months with more than one holiday will be grouped together with specific dates. The pricing below is based on assumed holiday dates, but it is possible to book to stay for longer- simply enquire. You could, for example, arrive on Friday and stay until Tuesday, or possibly check in on a Saturday. Take a look at your calendar to find a day that suits you best. Starting in January, the list will move through to April, following over to May, and through to December.
If you’re unsure whether you can leave work early, give us a call to discuss check-in times to see what we can arrange. We pride ourselves on our customer service and are happy to help you find the perfect Party Houses. From New Year’s Day through to Christmas in December, there are many opportunities to turn public holidays into bank holiday breaks.
