United Kingdom Bank Holidays 2027

3 bank holidays fall on a weekend in 2027 — check if a substitute weekday applies in your workplace.

All Bank Holidays in United Kingdom 2027

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bank holidays does United Kingdom have in 2027?

United Kingdom has 16 bank holidays in 2027.

Are bank holidays the same as public holidays?

In most English-speaking countries, bank holidays and public holidays refer to the same days — official days off legislated by the government. The term 'bank holiday' originated in the UK when banks were required to close on certain days, and the name stuck even as the concept expanded to all workers.

Are UK bank holidays the same in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?

No. England and Wales share the same set of bank holidays. Scotland has some different dates — notably 2 January and St Andrew's Day (30 November), and does not observe Easter Monday. Northern Ireland observes St Patrick's Day (17 March) and the Battle of the Boyne (12 July) instead of some England-and-Wales dates.

Do I have to work on UK bank holidays?

Not automatically. Your employment contract determines whether you must work on bank holidays and whether you receive extra pay or time off in lieu. There is no statutory right to take bank holidays off work in the UK, but most employment contracts grant this.