BEFORE the Christmas season approaches, families with school-aged children have one last chance to enjoy a staycation.
There are plenty of deals still available to book over the October half-term, with prices starting from £7pp a night – which is less than cinema tickets.
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We found the cheapest UK half-term breaks from £119 per stay – which works out at £7pp a night[/caption]
According to statistics, the average cinema ticket costs £7.69 in the UK – and that obviously excludes all of your snacks.
So you could spend £7pp a night and head on a staycation instead.
This year, the half-term holidays should run from October 23 until October 27.
However, it is always best to check with the school and local council before booking.
For instance, schools in Scotland have an early holiday structure, while the rest of England and Wales begin their breaks a week later.