UK Bank Holidays

Bank Holidays in England & Wales 2027

There are 8 bank holidays in England & Wales in 2027, starting with New Year’s Day on 1 January 2027 (Friday) and ending with Boxing Day on 28 December 2027.

Date Day Holiday
1 January 2027 Friday New Year’s Day
26 March 2027 Friday Good Friday
29 March 2027 Monday Easter Monday
3 May 2027 Monday Early May bank holiday
31 May 2027 Monday Spring bank holiday
30 August 2027 Monday Summer bank holiday
27 December 2027 Monday Christmas Day (substitute)
28 December 2027 Tuesday Boxing Day (substitute)

Per-holiday detail

Frequently asked questions

How many bank holidays does England & Wales have in 2027? +
England & Wales has 8 bank holidays in 2027.
Is the first Monday of May a bank holiday in England & Wales? +
Yes — the Early May bank holiday is observed across the UK, including in England & Wales.