2026 Bank holidays
Full 2026 list →| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Bank Holiday |
| 3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday | Bank Holiday |
| 6 April 2026 | Monday | Easter Monday | Bank Holiday |
| 4 May 2026 | Monday | Early May Bank Holiday | Bank Holiday |
| 25 May 2026 | Monday | Spring Bank Holiday | Bank Holiday |
| 31 August 2026 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday | Bank Holiday |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Bank Holiday |
| 28 December 2026 | Monday | Boxing Day — Observed Mon (26 Dec = Sat) | Bank Holiday |
Other Countries
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bank holidays are there in England and Wales in 2026?
England and Wales has 8 bank holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, May bank holidays, the Summer Bank Holiday, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.
Is Boxing Day a bank holiday in the UK?
Yes. Boxing Day (26 December) is a bank holiday in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. When it falls on a weekend, the next working day becomes the substitute bank holiday.
Do Scotland and Northern Ireland have different bank holidays?
Yes. Scotland has 9 bank holidays including St Andrew's Day, while Northern Ireland has 10 including St Patrick's Day. The dates listed here cover England & Wales.
When is the Summer Bank Holiday in the UK?
The Summer Bank Holiday in England and Wales is the last Monday of August. Scotland's Summer Bank Holiday falls on the first Monday of August.
