UK Bank Holidays 2026 Calendar | England, Scotland, Wales & NI
Complete UK bank holidays 2026 guide. All dates for England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Free printable calendar with bank holidays marked.
2026 UK Bank Holidays — England & Wales
| Bank Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 1 January | Thursday |
| Good Friday | 3 April | Friday |
| Easter Monday | 6 April | Monday |
| Early May Bank Holiday | 4 May | Monday |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 25 May | Monday |
| Summer Bank Holiday | 31 August | Monday |
| Christmas Day | 25 December | Friday |
| Boxing Day | 28 December | Monday |
View interactive calendar: 2026 UK Holiday Calendar
Scotland Additional Bank Holidays 2026
Scotland observes 2 January (Friday) and St Andrew's Day (30 November, Monday) in addition to most English bank holidays. The August bank holiday in Scotland falls on the first Monday (3 August) rather than the last.
How to Maximise Your Annual Leave in 2026
With strategic booking, you can turn 25 days of leave into 50+ days off:
- Easter: Book 6-10 April (4 days leave) → 10 consecutive days off
- May: Book 5-8 May (4 days) → 9 days off including both May bank holidays
- Christmas: Book 21-24 Dec + 29-31 Dec (5 days) → 11 consecutive days off
Plan your PTO with our Vacation Calculator and check working days with the Working Days Calculator.
Download Your 2026 UK Calendar
- Printable Calendar 2026 — Beautiful monthly designs
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- Yearly Calendar 2026 — All months overview
FAQ
How many bank holidays does the UK have in 2026?
England and Wales have 8 bank holidays. Scotland has 9 (adding 2 January and St Andrew's Day, but not Easter Monday). Northern Ireland has 10 (adding St Patrick's Day and Battle of the Boyne).
Where can I get a free UK calendar with bank holidays?
Download from our UK Holiday Calendar or printable calendar collection.
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