Bank Holidays in Scotland 2025
There are 9 bank holidays in Scotland in 2025, starting with New Year’s Day on 1 January 2025 (Wednesday) and ending with Boxing Day on 26 December 2025.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year’s Day |
| 2 January 2025 | Thursday | 2nd January |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 5 May 2025 | Monday | Early May bank holiday |
| 26 May 2025 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| 4 August 2025 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| 1 December 2025 | Monday | St Andrew’s Day (substitute) |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas Day |
| 26 December 2025 | Friday | Boxing Day |
How Scotland differs from England & Wales
- 2nd January — observed in Scotland but not in England and Wales.
- St Andrew’s Day — observed in Scotland but not in England and Wales.
Per-holiday detail
Frequently asked questions
How many bank holidays does Scotland have in 2025? +
Scotland has 9 bank holidays in 2025.
What bank holidays are unique to Scotland? +
In 2025, Scotland observes 2nd January, St Andrew’s Day — these are not bank holidays in England and Wales.
Is the first Monday of May a bank holiday in Scotland? +
Yes — the Early May bank holiday is observed across the UK, including in Scotland.