United Kingdom Public Holidays
27 holidays for 2026 & 2027 in United Kingdom —public, cultural and religious. Filter by month and copy any date with one click.
The United Kingdom observes 8 to 10 bank holidays per year, including Christmas, Boxing Day, Easter Monday and the late May & summer bank holidays. Scotland and Northern Ireland have additional regional holidays.
Next upcoming holiday: May 25, 2026 — Spring Bank Holiday.
United Kingdom holiday calendar
27 holidays sorted by date. Filter or search to narrow down.
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FAQ
How many public holidays does United Kingdom have?
United Kingdom has 27 official public holidays plus 0 widely observed cultural or religious holidays in our 2026-2027 dataset.
Are these dates official?
Public dates are sourced from the open Nager.Date dataset, cross-referenced with government calendars. Lunar / Hijri / luni-solar dates (e.g. Lunar New Year, Eid, Diwali) are curated separately because they shift each year. Always confirm critical dates with the official local authority.
Can I copy a date to my clipboard?
Yes —click the Copy button on any holiday card to copy the date and name.
Is the calendar free to use?
Yes. ToolKnit Holidays is 100% free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no signup.