United Kingdom — Public Holidays 2027
Bank holidays for England and Wales. Scotland and Northern Ireland observe a slightly different set. One-off holidays proclaimed by the government are not included until announced.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 Friday | New Year's Day | bank | National |
| March 26 Friday | Good Friday | bank | National |
| March 29 Monday | Easter Monday | bank | National |
| May 3 Monday | Early May Bank Holiday | bank | National |
| May 31 Monday | Spring Bank Holiday | bank | National |
| August 30 Monday | Summer Bank Holiday | bank | National |
| December 25 Saturday | Christmas Day | bank | National |
| December 26 Sunday | Boxing Day | bank | National |
| December 27 Monday | Christmas Day (substitute) Substitute day | bank | National |
| December 28 Tuesday | Boxing Day (substitute) Substitute day | bank | National |
Holidays can change when governments pass new laws or issue special announcements. This calendar is generated from published statutory rules; always confirm critical dates with an official source.
Data source and notes: Data Sources · Last updated: 2026-07-26