Seasonal work in the UK

Hotels, holiday parks and outdoor jobs across the UK, with no visa needed for a UK passport. A fast way to save before going further.

Seasonal workWork

Can I do it?

  • A UK passport
  • Aged 16+ when you apply
  • Under 18 in England? You must also stay in education or training: working 20 or more hours a week counts if you're in part-time education or training too.

Source: GOV.UK

Meeting these means you appear to meet the published criteria. The decision is always the government's or provider's.

What it costs

The official page doesn't publish a fixed fee for this route. Check it before you apply.

What's covered

  • Wage: At least £12.71 an hour at 21 and over, £10.85 at 18 to 20 and £8 under 18 (rates from 1 April 2026)

    Source: GOV.UK

How to apply

  1. Look for seasonal roles with accommodation in hotels, holiday parks and outdoor centres.

    Source: GOV.UK

  2. Check the hourly pay is at least the minimum wage for your age.

    Source: GOV.UK

Know before you go

Check what a live-in job charges for accommodation before you accept: it comes out of your pay.

Where to apply

Minimum wage rates on GOV.UK

Sources and checks

Last checked against these pages on 5 November 2026; next check due by 3 February 2027. How we check facts