UK Bank Holidays
Bank holidays are different across the UK. England & Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland each have their own set of dates, so the next bank holiday can vary depending on where you are. This page uses official, live data from GOV.UK to show what's next for each nation.
Next UK Bank Holiday by Nation
Do all UK nations have the same bank holidays?
No — while most bank holidays such as New Year's Day and Christmas Day are shared, each UK nation also observes some of its own. Scotland has 2 January and St Andrew's Day, and does not always observe Easter Monday. Northern Ireland observes St Patrick's Day and the Battle of the Boyne / Orangemen's Day, which are not bank holidays in England, Wales or Scotland.
UK Bank Holidays FAQ
Are bank holidays the same across the UK?
No. England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland can have different bank holidays.
When is the next UK bank holiday?
The next bank holiday depends on where you are in the UK. Check the England & Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland cards above.
Does Scotland have different bank holidays?
Yes. Scotland has some different bank holidays from England and Wales.
Does Northern Ireland have different bank holidays?
Yes. Northern Ireland has some different bank holidays, including holidays that are not observed across the rest of the UK.
Where does this bank holiday data come from?
This page uses official UK bank holiday data from GOV.UK.