Take a look at our guide on how to double your annual leave in 2025. Here are the dates you need to pop in your diary…

How to double your holiday allowance in 2025

We all wish we had more time to travel, relax, and enjoy a well-deserved break. What if we told you that you could essentially double your holiday allowance by planning smarter? Whether you’re aiming for long weekends, extended stays, or a short but frequent getaway, here are the dates you need to pop in your diary.

Hot tub breaks

Enjoy an extended Easter Break

Enjoy a wholesome half term break away with the kids between Thursday 17th of April until Tuesday 6th of May.

Take 9 days of annual leave and enjoy 18 days off.

Extra days to take off

Tuesday 22nd of April- Friday 24th of April 2025
Monday 28th of April- Friday 2nd of May 2025

Whether it’s hot tub breaks, a romantic getaway or even a family break in the UK, take a few days off and enjoy your Easter the right way in one of our Yorkshire Cottages.

Easter Escapes
Hot Tub Breaks

Early May Bank Holiday

Make the most of the early May Bank Holiday with a relaxing family holiday in the UK between Friday 2nd of May until Monday 12th of May .

Take in the fresh spring air, explore local things to do in Yorkshire such as historic castles, charming market towns, and scenic walking trails, or enjoy outdoor adventures in the Yorkshire Dales and North Yorkshire Moors. Take 4 days of annual leave and enjoy 9 days off.

Extra days to take off:

Tuesday 6th of May- Friday 9th of May 2025

Don’t miss the chance to recharge and enjoy quality time together!

Things to do in North Yorkshire over Bank Holiday
UK Holiday Home

Late May Bank Holiday

Following the early May break, make the most of Late May Bank Holiday between Friday 23rd of May until Monday 2nd of June 2025.

Extra days to take off

Tuesday 27th of May- Friday 30th of May 2025

Watch the seasons shift from spring to summer and enjoy the sunshine during your May Bank Holiday break. Stay in a UK holiday cottage and explore scenic countryside retreats for a perfect family getaway or romantic escape.

Perhaps take a stroll through Thorp Perrow and enjoy a leisurely stroll taking in the breath-taking surroundings whilst the kids let off some steam.

Things to do in North Yorkshire over Bank Holiday
Family holidays in the UK

Summer Holidays with the Family

Spend quality time with the kids in one of our UK holiday homes and make Summer 2025 a summer to remember. By using just 8 days of annual leave in August 2025, you can enjoy a total of 18 days off!

Extra Days to take off:

Tuesday 5th- Friday 8th of August 2025

Tuesday 26th- Friday 29th of August 2025

Summer Holidays
Christmas Cottages

Enjoy an extended Christmas Break

Make the most of Christmas and spend quality time with your loved ones. Enjoy a magical festive season in one of our UK holiday cottages and create unforgettable memories this Christmas 2025. By using just 7 days of annual leave in December 2025, you can enjoy a total of 16 days off! Take full advantage of these dates and enjoy a UK family break in one of our Christmas Cottages.

Extra Days To take off:

Monday 22nd – Wednesday 24th of December 2025

Monday 29th- Wednesday 31st of December 2025

Friday 2nd January 2026

Enjoy a magical festive season in one of our UK holiday cottages and create unforgettable memories this Christmas 2025

Christmas Cottages