May Bank Holidays in Dorset

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    Little Dairy House is a welcoming home located on the outskirts of Swanage in Dorset, featuring a balcony, a woodburning stove, and is near a beach. (Ref. 1173159)

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    7 nights from Fri 1st May €1036

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    Gold Gems Award Winner for Best on the South Coast 2023. (Ref. 1087048)

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    7 nights from Sat 23rd May €925

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    Standby Generator Bunker, an impressive abode, rests in rural Ringstead in Dorset, enjoying sea views, a pet-friendly policy, and a woodburning stove. (Ref. 1137374)

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    7 nights from Fri 1st May €1653

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    One @ No36 is a delightful duplex apartment with the beach on your doorstep, with the convenience of off-road parking, in Weymouth, Dorset. (Ref. 1162201)

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    7 nights from Fri 1st May €1071

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    Old Post Office is a contemporary, four-bedroom home resting rurally in Glanvilles Wootton near Sherborne, Dorset. (Ref. 1129395)

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    7 nights from Fri 8th May €2390

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    A beautiful four-storey townhouse resting in the seaside town of Seaton, Devon. (Ref. 1063005)

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    7 nights from Thu 14th May €2800

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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 €751

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    Manor Farm House is a charming Georgian abode with two woodburning stoves and accepting pets, located in the picturesque village of Bere Regis, Dorset. (Ref. 1158581)

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    7 nights from Fri 29th May €1248

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    A detached barn conversion set within the village of Long Bredy. (Ref. 998739)

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    7 nights from Fri 1st May €1208

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    The Nightingale is a stylish, semi-detached holiday home resting in Weymouth, Dorset. (Ref. 1133998)

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    7 nights from Fri 1st May €900

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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.