Bank and Public Holidays in United Kingdom (2028) 🇬🇧

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 2028?

United Kingdom has 7 public holidays in 2028.

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: What are the upcoming public holidays in United Kingdom?

The next 5 public holidays in United Kingdom:Saturday, January 1, 2028: New Year's DayMonday, January 3, 2028: New Year's Day (observed)Friday, April 14, 2028: Good FridayMonday, May 1, 2028: May DayMonday, May 29, 2028: Spring Bank Holiday

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 2029?

United Kingdom will have 8 public holidays in 2029.

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	Saturday	New Year's Day
3 Jan	Monday	New Year's Day (observed)
14 Apr	Friday	Good Friday
1 May	Monday	May Day
29 May	Monday	Spring Bank Holiday
25 Dec	Monday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Tuesday	Boxing Day

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State & Regional Holidays in United Kingdom

England Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jan	Saturday	New Year's Day
3 Jan	Monday	New Year's Day (observed)
14 Apr	Friday	Good Friday
17 Apr	Monday	Easter Monday
1 May	Monday	May Day
29 May	Monday	Spring Bank Holiday
28 Aug	Monday	Late Summer Bank Holiday
25 Dec	Monday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Tuesday	Boxing Day

Northern Ireland Holidays

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

Scotland Holidays

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

Wales Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jan	Saturday	New Year's Day
3 Jan	Monday	New Year's Day (observed)
14 Apr	Friday	Good Friday
17 Apr	Monday	Easter Monday
1 May	Monday	May Day
29 May	Monday	Spring Bank Holiday
28 Aug	Monday	Late Summer Bank Holiday
25 Dec	Monday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Tuesday	Boxing Day

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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 2028?

United Kingdom has 7 public holidays in 2028.

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.

What are the upcoming public holidays in United Kingdom?

The next 5 public holidays in United Kingdom:

Saturday, January 1, 2028: New Year's Day
Monday, January 3, 2028: New Year's Day (observed)
Friday, April 14, 2028: Good Friday
Monday, May 1, 2028: May Day
Monday, May 29, 2028: Spring Bank Holiday

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 2029?

United Kingdom will have 8 public holidays in 2029.

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.