Bank holidays give us all a chance to relax and recharge. But these holidays differ slightly across the UK. This guide outlines the 2025 bank holidays for England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland to help you plan your year.
England and Wales
Most bank holidays in England and Wales fall on the same date. These holidays celebrate national events and traditions:
- New Year’s Day: Wednesday, 1 January
- Good Friday: Friday, 18 April
- Easter Monday: Monday, 21 April
- Early May Holiday: Monday, 5 May
- Spring Holiday: Monday, 26 May
- Summer Holiday: Monday, 25 August
- Christmas Day: Thursday, 25 December
- Boxing Day: Friday, 26 December
Scotland
Scotland adds a few extra bank holidays to its calendar, reflecting unique Scottish traditions:
- New Year’s Day: Wednesday, 1 January
- 2nd January: Thursday, 2 January
- Good Friday: Friday, 18 April
- Early May Holiday: Monday, 5 May
- Spring Holiday: Monday, 26 May
- Summer Holiday: Monday, 4 August
- St Andrew’s Day: Sunday, 30 November
- Christmas Day: Thursday, 25 December
- Boxing Day: Friday, 26 December
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland also includes unique holidays, celebrating local observances:
- 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 Holiday: Monday, 5 May
- Spring Holiday: Monday, 26 May
- Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day): Saturday, 12 July
- Summer Holiday: Monday, 25 August
- Christmas Day: Thursday, 25 December
- Boxing Day: Friday, 26 December
Make the Most of Your Holidays
UK bank holidays in 2025 offer many opportunities for relaxation, travel, and quality time with loved ones. Remember that dates vary across the UK, so plan and book your activities and trips in advance.
