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England and Wales · 2026
England and Wales bank holidays 2026
There are 8 bank holidays in England and Wales in 2026 (England and Wales share the same dates). The next is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
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2026 calendar for England and Wales
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Frequently asked questions
How many bank holidays are there in England and Wales in 2026?
8: New Year’s Day on Thursday 1 January 2026, Good Friday on Friday 3 April 2026, Easter Monday on Monday 6 April 2026, Early May bank holiday on Monday 4 May 2026, Spring bank holiday on Monday 25 May 2026, Summer bank holiday on Monday 31 August 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, Boxing Day (substitute day) on Monday 28 December 2026.
When is Easter 2026 in England and Wales?
Good Friday is Friday 3 April 2026 and Easter Monday is Monday 6 April 2026, giving a four-day weekend.
When is the August bank holiday 2026 in England and Wales?
Monday 31 August 2026. It is the last Monday in August.
When are the Christmas bank holidays 2026 in England and Wales?
Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, Boxing Day (substitute day) on Monday 28 December 2026.
Are there any substitute bank holidays in England and Wales in 2026?
Yes: Boxing Day (substitute day) on Monday 28 December 2026, because the usual date falls at a weekend.
Does Wales have different bank holidays from England?
No. England and Wales share the same bank holidays. St David’s Day (1 March) is not a bank holiday in Wales.