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2026 UK Bank Holidays: Plan Your Long Weekends!

The UK government has unveiled the complete list of bank holidays for 2026, offering numerous long weekends to enjoy. Most dates align across the nations, including Good Friday (April 3), Early May Bank Holiday (May 4), Spring Bank Holiday (May 25), Christmas (December 25), and Boxing Day (December 28).

Easter brings slight variations, with Easter Monday (April 6) observed in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, but not in Scotland. England and Wales also start the year with New Years Day (January 1) and end summer with a holiday on August 31.

Scotland gets special bank holidays, such as June 15 to celebrate their mens football teams World Cup appearance and August 3 for summer holiday. They also observe St Andrews Day (November 30).

Northern Ireland has unique dates like St Patricks Day (March 17) and Battle of the Boyne (July 13), along with the summer holiday on August 31.

Check your regions specific dates to make the most of these breaks.

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