Bank and Public Holidays in United Kingdom (2021) 🇬🇧

Q: When is the next public holiday in United Kingdom?

The next public holiday in United Kingdom is Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026 — in 200 days.

Q: How many public holidays does United Kingdom have in 2021?

United Kingdom has 7 public holidays in 2021.

Q: What was the most recent public holiday in United Kingdom?

The most recent public holiday in United Kingdom was Spring Bank Holiday on Monday, May 25, 2026 — 14 days ago.

Q: How does United Kingdom's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

United Kingdom has 7 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:Ireland: 10 public holidays

Q: How many public holidays does United Kingdom have in 2022?

United Kingdom will have 8 public holidays in 2022.

Q: Does United Kingdom have state or provincial holidays too?

Yes — United Kingdom has 4 additional state, provincial or regional holidays that are not nationally observed. These vary by subdivision; check our country page for the full list.

United Kingdom observes 7 public holidays this year, with 8 scheduled for 2027. The next public holiday is Christmas Day. The most recent was Spring Bank Holiday.

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jan	Friday	New Year's Day
2 Apr	Friday	Good Friday
3 May	Monday	May Day
31 May	Monday	Spring Bank Holiday
25 Dec	Saturday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Sunday	Boxing Day
27 Dec	Monday	Christmas Day (observed)
28 Dec	Tuesday	Boxing Day (observed)

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State & Regional Holidays in United Kingdom

England Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jan	Friday	New Year's Day
2 Apr	Friday	Good Friday
5 Apr	Monday	Easter Monday
3 May	Monday	May Day
31 May	Monday	Spring Bank Holiday
30 Aug	Monday	Late Summer Bank Holiday
25 Dec	Saturday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Sunday	Boxing Day
27 Dec	Monday	Christmas Day (observed)
28 Dec	Tuesday	Boxing Day (observed)

Northern Ireland Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jan	Friday	New Year's Day
17 Mar	Wednesday	Saint Patrick's Day
2 Apr	Friday	Good Friday
5 Apr	Monday	Easter Monday
3 May	Monday	May Day
31 May	Monday	Spring Bank Holiday
12 Jul	Monday	Battle of the Boyne
30 Aug	Monday	Late Summer Bank Holiday
25 Dec	Saturday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Sunday	Boxing Day
27 Dec	Monday	Christmas Day (observed)
28 Dec	Tuesday	Boxing Day (observed)

Scotland Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jan	Friday	New Year's Day
2 Jan	Saturday	New Year Holiday
4 Jan	Monday	New Year Holiday (observed)
2 Apr	Friday	Good Friday
3 May	Monday	May Day
31 May	Monday	Spring Bank Holiday
2 Aug	Monday	Summer Bank Holiday
30 Nov	Tuesday	Saint Andrew's Day
25 Dec	Saturday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Sunday	Boxing Day
27 Dec	Monday	Christmas Day (observed)
28 Dec	Tuesday	Boxing Day (observed)

Wales Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jan	Friday	New Year's Day
2 Apr	Friday	Good Friday
5 Apr	Monday	Easter Monday
3 May	Monday	May Day
31 May	Monday	Spring Bank Holiday
30 Aug	Monday	Late Summer Bank Holiday
25 Dec	Saturday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Sunday	Boxing Day
27 Dec	Monday	Christmas Day (observed)
28 Dec	Tuesday	Boxing Day (observed)

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🇬🇧 United Kingdom 7 holidays
🇮🇪 Ireland 10 holidays

Frequently Asked Questions about Holidays in United Kingdom

When is the next public holiday in United Kingdom?

The next public holiday in United Kingdom is Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026 — in 200 days.

Is today a public holiday in United Kingdom?

No — today (Monday, June 8, 2026) is not a public holiday in United Kingdom.

How many public holidays does United Kingdom have in 2021?

United Kingdom has 7 public holidays in 2021.

What was the most recent public holiday in United Kingdom?

The most recent public holiday in United Kingdom was Spring Bank Holiday on Monday, May 25, 2026 — 14 days ago.

How does United Kingdom's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

United Kingdom has 7 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:

Ireland: 10 public holidays

How many public holidays does United Kingdom have in 2022?

United Kingdom will have 8 public holidays in 2022.

Does United Kingdom have state or provincial holidays too?

Yes — United Kingdom has 4 additional state, provincial or regional holidays that are not nationally observed. These vary by subdivision; check our country page for the full list.