The warmer months are fast approaching, and for many in the UK, this means the welcome arrival of several Bank Holidays in 2025 and 2026.
These holidays offer an opportunity for rest, relaxation, and time spent with family. Across the UK, some holidays are observed nationwide, while others are specific to certain regions, such as Scotland or Northern Ireland.
Manchester Evening News highlights how these holidays provide workers with well-deserved breaks, allowing them to enjoy the changing seasons.
Below, we provide a detailed guide to all the remaining Bank Holiday dates in 2025 and 2026, helping you plan your time off.
Remaining Bank Holidays in 2025
May 5: Early May Bank Holiday
The Early May Bank Holiday falls on Monday, May 5, 2025, and is observed across all regions of the UK. As May brings warmer weather, workers across the UK can look forward to enjoying this holiday with an extra long weekend. It’s a moment for people to relax and recharge, kicking off the month with a festive spirit.
May 26: Spring Bank Holiday
This holiday, celebrated on Monday, May 26, 2025, is also observed nationwide, giving many workers a chance to enjoy an extended weekend. “May brings warmer weather, and workers rejoice as this month will see two bank holidays,” a sentiment that rings true for many across the UK.
July 14: Battle of the Boyne (Northern Ireland)
A significant holiday for those in Northern Ireland, this day marks the Battle of the Boyne and will be observed only in this part of the UK. This regional UK Bank Holiday offers a chance to reflect on the history of the area.
August 4: Summer Bank Holiday (Scotland)
In Scotland, the Summer Bank Holiday is celebrated on Monday, August 4, 2025. This holiday is not observed in other regions of the UK, making it specific to Scotland.
August 25: Summer Bank Holiday (England, Wales, and Northern Ireland)
For England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the Summer Bank Holiday falls on Monday, August 25, 2025. Scotland does not observe this holiday on the same date, so workers in Scotland will have to wait until August 3 for their holiday. This holiday is part of the UK Bank Holiday tradition, offering a late-summer break for much of the UK.
December 1: St Andrew’s Day (Scotland)
On December 1, 2025, Scotland will observe St Andrew’s Day, a day dedicated to Scotland’s patron saint.
December 25: Christmas Day
Christmas Day will be celebrated on Thursday, December 25, 2025, across the UK, a festive time for families and friends to gather and enjoy holiday traditions.
December 26: Boxing Day
On Friday, December 26, 2025, Boxing Day will be observed across the UK, providing another day of rest following Christmas.
Bank Holidays in 2026
January 1: New Year’s Day
The first day of the year, January 1, 2026, will mark New Year’s Day, which is observed nationwide as a UK Bank Holiday.
January 2: 2nd January (Scotland)
In Scotland, January 2, 2026, will be observed as the second day of New Year’s celebrations, an extra holiday specific to this region.
March 17: St. Patrick’s Day (Northern Ireland)
A public holiday in Northern Ireland, March 17, 2026, celebrates St. Patrick’s Day, marking Ireland’s patron saint.
April 3: Good Friday
Good Friday, observed on April 3, 2026, is a holiday across the entire UK, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
April 6: Easter Monday
Easter Monday will fall on April 6, 2026. This holiday is celebrated across the UK, except for Scotland, where the holiday is not observed on this date.
May 4: Early May Bank Holiday
On Monday, May 4, 2026, the Early May Bank Holiday will again be observed throughout the UK, providing a long weekend to enjoy.
May 25: Spring Bank Holiday
The Spring Bank Holiday will be observed on Monday, May 25, 2026, providing another extended weekend for those in the UK.
July 13: Battle of the Boyne (Northern Ireland)
Northern Ireland will again mark the Battle of the Boyne on Monday, July 13, 2026, as a regional UK Bank Holiday.
August 3: Summer Bank Holiday (Scotland)
Scotland will observe the Summer Bank Holiday on Monday, August 3, 2026, which is not a holiday for the rest of the UK.
August 31: Late Summer Bank Holiday
The Late Summer Bank Holiday, observed on August 31, 2026, is a holiday for England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Scotland will not observe this holiday on this date, as they already celebrated their summer holiday on August 3.
November 30: St Andrew’s Day (Scotland)
Scotland will celebrate St Andrew’s Day once again on November 30, 2026, recognizing its national heritage with a regional UK Bank Holiday.
December 25: Christmas Day
The Christmas holiday will fall on Friday, December 25, 2026, observed across the UK, bringing families together for the holiday season.
December 28: Boxing Day
Boxing Day in 2026 will be observed on Monday, December 28, as the official holiday for the UK. It’s a well-deserved break following Christmas and a great way to finish the year.
