Public holidays in United Kingdom
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Next holidayChristmas DayFriday, December 25, 2026 · 81 days
2026
7 public holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day |
| Apr 3, 2026 | Fri | Good Friday |
| May 4, 2026 | Mon | May Day |
| May 25, 2026 | Mon | Spring Bank Holiday |
| Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Christmas Day |
| Dec 26, 2026 | Sat | Boxing Day |
| Dec 28, 2026 | Mon | Boxing Day (observed) |
2027
8 public holidays in 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2027 | Fri | New Year's Day |
| Mar 26, 2027 | Fri | Good Friday |
| May 3, 2027 | Mon | May Day |
| May 31, 2027 | Mon | Spring Bank Holiday |
| Dec 25, 2027 | Sat | Christmas Day |
| Dec 26, 2027 | Sun | Boxing Day |
| Dec 27, 2027 | Mon | Christmas Day (observed) |
| Dec 28, 2027 | Tue | Boxing Day (observed) |
National public holidays only; regional holidays and observances may differ. Some religious holidays depend on moon sighting and can shift by a day — check official announcements.