UK Bank Holidays 2025: Full Dates for England, Scotland & NI

Full List of UK Bank Holidays in 2025

Planning your vacations just got easier. Here's the complete list of public holidays across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland for 2025.

England & Wales – 8 Bank Holidays

• New Year’s Day – Wednesday, 1 January

• Good Friday – Friday, 18 April

• Easter Monday – Monday, 21 April

• Early May Bank Holiday – Monday, 5 May

• Spring Bank Holiday – Monday, 26 May

• Summer Bank Holiday – Monday, 25 August

• Christmas Day – Thursday, 25 December

• Boxing Day – Friday, 26 December

Scotland – 9 Bank Holidays

• New Year’s Day – Wednesday, 1 January

• 2nd January – Thursday, 2 January

• Good Friday – Friday, 18 April

• Early May Bank Holiday – Monday, 5 May

• Spring Bank Holiday – Monday, 26 May

• Summer Bank Holiday – Monday, 4 August

• St Andrew’s Day (observed) – Monday, 1 December

• Christmas Day – Thursday, 25 December

• Boxing Day – Friday, 26 December

Northern Ireland – 10 Bank Holidays

• New Year’s Day – Wednesday, 1 January

• St Patrick’s Day – Monday, 17 March

• Good Friday – Friday, 18 April

• Easter Monday – Monday, 21 April

• Early May Bank Holiday – Monday, 5 May

• Spring Bank Holiday – Monday, 26 May

• Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day) – Monday, 14 July

• Summer Bank Holiday – Monday, 25 August

• Christmas Day – Thursday, 25 December

• Boxing Day – Friday, 26 December

🇬🇧 No Extra Bank Holiday for World War II Anniversary

The UK government has confirmed there will be no additional bank holiday in 2025 to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.
Instead, special ceremonies and celebrations will happen during the Early May Bank Holiday on Monday, 5 May.

📅 Maximize Your Annual Leave

Smart planning can help you enjoy longer breaks with fewer leave days.
For example:

• Take off Tuesday, 6 May and Wednesday, 7 May to enjoy a five-day holiday after the Early May Bank Holiday.

• Book Tuesday, 27 May to Friday, 30 May after Spring Bank Holiday for a relaxing nine-day getaway.

🛍️ What to Expect from Retail Stores

On bank holidays, big stores like Marks & Spencer, Tesco, and Asda often change their opening hours.
Most shops will be closed on Easter Sunday, 20 April, in line with trading laws in England and Wales. Always check your local store’s schedule before heading out!

✅ Quick Reminders for 2025

• Regional Differences: Holidays are different in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

• Stay Updated: Always check the latest dates on the official GOV.UK website.

• Know Your Rights: Employers don't have to give paid leave on bank holidays unless it’s in your work contract.