UK Bank Holidays 2025
All 8 bank holidays in England and Wales for 2025. After bank holidays, there are 253 working days in 2025.
Bank Holidays
8
in 2025
Working Days
253
after bank holidays
Total Weekdays
261
Mon–Fri
Weekend Days
104
Sat & Sun
All Dates
UK Bank Holidays 2025 — England & Wales
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
Monthly
Working days by month — 2025
| Month | Working Days | Weekdays |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22 | 23 |
| February | 20 | 20 |
| March | 21 | 21 |
| April | 20 | 22 |
| May | 20 | 22 |
| June | 21 | 21 |
| July | 23 | 23 |
| August | 20 | 21 |
| September | 22 | 22 |
| October | 23 | 23 |
| November | 20 | 20 |
| December | 21 | 23 |
| Total 2025 | 253 | 261 |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many bank holidays are there in 2025 in England?
There are 8 bank holidays in England and Wales in 2025.
How many working days are in 2025 in the UK?
After removing 8 bank holidays from 261 weekdays, there are 253 working days in 2025 in England and Wales.
Are UK bank holidays the same in Scotland and Northern Ireland?
No. Scotland and Northern Ireland have different bank holiday schedules. This page covers England and Wales only. Scotland observes different dates for some holidays and has additional ones (e.g. 2 January).
What happens when a bank holiday falls on a weekend?
When a bank holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, a substitute bank holiday is given on the following Monday (or Friday in some cases). These are called "substitute bank holidays."
Is Good Friday a bank holiday in the UK?
Yes. Good Friday is a bank holiday in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. It falls on the Friday before Easter Sunday.
Is Boxing Day a bank holiday?
Yes. Boxing Day (December 26) is a bank holiday in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. If it falls on a weekend, a substitute day is given.
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