8Total holidays
8Bank holidays
Bank holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Bank Holiday |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday | Bank Holiday |
| 21 April 2025 | Monday | Easter Monday | Bank Holiday |
| 5 May 2025 | Monday | Early May Bank Holiday | Bank Holiday |
| 26 May 2025 | Monday | Spring Bank Holiday | Bank Holiday |
| 25 August 2025 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday | Bank Holiday |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Bank Holiday |
| 26 December 2025 | Friday | Boxing Day | Bank Holiday |
Other Countries
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bank holidays are there in England and Wales in 2025?
England and Wales has 8 bank holidays in 2025. These are set by the UK Government and include fixed dates like Christmas Day (25 December) and Boxing Day (26 December), as well as moveable dates like Good Friday and Easter Monday.
When is Good Friday in 2025 in the UK?
Good Friday in 2025 in the UK falls on 18 April 2025. It is a bank holiday in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
When is the Early May Bank Holiday in 2025?
The Early May Bank Holiday in 2025 falls on the first Monday of May. Banks, post offices, and most shops are closed.
Are the same bank holidays observed in Scotland in 2025?
Scotland has its own set of bank holidays, which are different from England and Wales. Scotland observes 9 bank holidays including St Andrew's Day (30 November) and does not observe Easter Monday as a bank holiday.
