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PUBLISHED ON 20 FEBRUARY 2025 | VIBHU AGARWAL
Bank holidays in the United Kingdom provide great opportunities for rest, travel, and quality time with family. However, not all UK regions share the same holidays, making it essential to plan ahead—especially if you're looking to extend your break using minimal leave days.
The UK has a mix of nationwide and regional bank holidays, meaning the total number of holidays varies by country:
Below is the official 2025 UK bank holiday schedule, including region-specific holidays.
📌 Planning your vacation: If you’re combining annual leave with bank holidays, look for long weekends and extended breaks (see the vacation tips below).
UK Bank Holidays 2025 - Full List with Regions
📌 Note: Some employers offer additional time off for local observances or industry-specific holidays, so it's worth checking your contract.
Using just a few days of annual leave at the right time can double or even triple your break.
Most companies approve leave on a first-come, first-served basis—so if you want a long break around a bank holiday, submit your request early.
If you work in retail, hospitality, or essential services, check if your employer allows leave on peak holiday periods or offers alternative days off.
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In 2025, England and Wales have 8 bank holidays, Scotland has 9, and Northern Ireland has 10.
The UK bank holidays in 2025 include New Year’s Day (Jan 1), Good Friday (Apr 18), Early May Bank Holiday (May 5), and Christmas Day (Dec 25), among others.
The best times to take leave in 2025 include Easter (April), May bank holidays, and Christmas to New Year, allowing for extended breaks with minimal leave days used.
Employers are not legally required to give employees bank holidays off, but they must follow their employment contracts and offer alternative leave arrangements if needed.
