May Bank Holidays in Dorset

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  • An outdoor dining area with a table and six chairs set in front of a bunker entrance with grass on the roof at The Transmitter Bunker in Ringstead
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    This quirky, converted bunker rests in Ringstead near Preston, Dorset. (Ref. 1131689)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from Sat 2nd May £1210

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  • A brick house with a sunroom and patio furniture in a garden at South Lodge in Hazelbury Bryan
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    A beautifully furnished annexe cottage on the edge of the little hamlet of Hazelbury Bryan in Dorset. (Ref. 969185)

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    7 nights from Fri 1st May was £704 £631

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  • A garden with flowering plants and shrubs in front of a stone building with a tiled roof at Middle Farm Annex in Long Bredy
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    A detached barn conversion set within the village of Long Bredy. (Ref. 998739)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Baby-friendly

    7 nights from Fri 1st May £1016

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  • A brick house with black doors and windows a bench and potted plants outside at Meadow View Barn in Bere Regis
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    Charming, modern barn located in the Dorset village of Bere Regis. (Ref. 1000906)

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    7 nights from Fri 1st May was £915 £830

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  • Stone buildings covered with greenery along a street with a white gate at Market House in Abbotsbury
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    This wonderful renovated cottage is situated in the village of Abbotsbury, near the coastal town of Weymouth, Dorset. (Ref. 992021)

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    7 nights from Sat 2nd May was £1066 £926

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  • An outdoor area with a ping pong table and a house at The Stable House in Sherborne
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    A traditional detached cottage nestled in tranquil farmland in the village of Hummer near Trent. (Ref. 1070465)

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    7 nights from Fri 29th May was £1691 £1659

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  • An outdoor patio area with tables, chairs, and flower beds outside cream walls with blue doors and windows at The Compass in Swanage
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    Lovely apartment nestled in the thriving Dorest town of Swanage. (Ref. 979371)

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    7 nights from Sat 23rd May was £807 £711

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  • A white cottage with a garden and wooden archway surrounded by a fence at Willowbrook Cottage in Litton Cheney
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    This beautifully-presented cottage rests in the village of Litton Cheney in Dorset. (Ref. 1021813)

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    7 nights from Fri 22nd May was £1181 £1069

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  • A garden with grass a wooden deck with a swing and a patio with chairs and a table at Blue Waters in Weymouth
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    A delightful, one-bedroom holiday home resting in Weymouth, Dorset. (Ref. 1133982)

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    7 nights from Fri 1st May £865

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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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    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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    7 nights from Fri 1st May was £926 £829

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For an unforgettable staycation this Spring, whisk your loved ones away for the May bank holiday in Dorset. With its sleepy countryside, blooming with colours, and stunning coast, Dorset is a fantastic destination.

Why spend the May Bank Holiday in Dorset?

The stunning landscape of Dorset offers adventure for the whole family. Avid walkers can explore the Jurassic Coast and discover quiet coves on the way. Spend the day on golden, sandy beaches backed by sand dunes; here, the young ones can hunt for fossils. 

You can also join in exciting water sports activities, with kayaking, surfing and kite-flying. When inland, be sure to visit the National Trust sites for family events. Venture to the opulent Kingston Lacey for a host of activities or discover Max Gate and Corfe Castle.

Places to visit on your May Bank Holiday in Dorset

With a May bank holiday in Dorset, you’re never short on things to see and do. Fill your day with fun at the vibrant town of Bridport, well-known for its electric art scene. Close by is the picturesque town of West Bay, which is a superb base to see the Jurassic Coast. 

Next on the list is the seaside town of Lyme Regis, where you can enjoy strolls along the Cobb harbour with fish and chips. Lyme Regis rests close to the border of Dorset, so why not cross over to Devon to explore further?

Types of Dorset Holidays

At Dream Cottages, there are a great selection of holiday cottages to choose from this May bank holiday. Gather everyone under one roof with large cottages or one of these May half-term cottages for longer breaks. Or, for an opulent home that's sure to impress, browse luxury holiday cottages.

 Luxury can also be found at these  cottages with a hot tub and these  cottages with a pool. Enjoy the coast on your doorstep with this selection of Dorset cottages by the sea. Your pooch can explore the stunning beaches too at dog-friendly cottages!

Alternativey, these cottages for Easter breaks can also give you lots more inspiration.

If a May bank holiday in Dorset is what you’re looking for this year, secure a stay online with Dream Cottages.