Holidays · United Kingdom
United Kingdom Public Holidays 2026
🇬🇧 Complete list of national and public holidays in United Kingdom for 2026 and 2027. Includes dates, weekdays, and notes on regional variations where relevant.
2026
| Date | Holiday | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Thursday | public |
| April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | Friday | public |
| April 6, 2026 | Easter Monday England, Wales, Northern Ireland (not Scotland) |
Monday | public |
| May 4, 2026 | Early May bank holiday | Monday | public |
| May 25, 2026 | Spring bank holiday | Monday | public |
| August 31, 2026 | Summer bank holiday England, Wales, Northern Ireland |
Monday | public |
| December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Friday | public |
| December 26, 2026 | Boxing Day | Saturday | public |
2027
| Date | Holiday | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | New Year's Day | Friday | public |
| March 26, 2027 | Good Friday | Friday | public |
| March 29, 2027 | Easter Monday England, Wales, Northern Ireland (not Scotland) |
Monday | public |
| May 3, 2027 | Early May bank holiday | Monday | public |
| May 31, 2027 | Spring bank holiday | Monday | public |
| August 30, 2027 | Summer bank holiday England, Wales, Northern Ireland |
Monday | public |
| December 25, 2027 | Christmas Day | Saturday | public |
| December 26, 2027 | Boxing Day | Sunday | public |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does United Kingdom have?
8 in 2026.
What's the biggest holiday in United Kingdom?
Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Are banks closed on these days in United Kingdom?
Generally yes — banks observe the national/public holiday calendar. International business should plan around these dates to avoid payment-settlement delays.