Bank Holidays 2027 in England and Wales
There are 8 bank holidays in England and Wales in 2027. Dates are from the official GOV.UK list.
| Bank holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Friday, 1 January 2027 |
| Good Friday | Friday, 26 March 2027 |
| Easter Monday | Monday, 29 March 2027 |
| Early May bank holiday | Monday, 3 May 2027 |
| Spring bank holiday | Monday, 31 May 2027 |
| Summer bank holiday | Monday, 30 August 2027 |
| Christmas Day (substitute day) | Monday, 27 December 2027 |
| Boxing Day (substitute day) | Tuesday, 28 December 2027 |
Bank holidays 2027 in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland and Northern Ireland have different bank holidays. See Scotland 2027 and Northern Ireland 2027.
Other years and nations
Frequently asked questions
How many bank holidays are there in England and Wales in 2027?
There are 8 bank holidays in England and Wales in 2027, according to the official GOV.UK list.
When is the first bank holiday of 2027 in England and Wales?
New Year’s Day is on Friday, 1 January 2027.
When is the last bank holiday of 2027?
Boxing Day falls on Tuesday, 28 December 2027 (substitute day).
What is a substitute bank holiday?
When a bank holiday falls on a weekend, a weekday is usually made a substitute day, normally the next working day, so that people still get the day off.
Do employers have to give bank holidays off?
No. There is no automatic right to time off on bank holidays, and employers can include them as part of your statutory 5.6 weeks of paid holiday. Check your contract. See our holiday entitlement calculator.
Figures are for the 2026/27 tax year from official sources and are estimates for guidance only, not financial or legal advice. Printed from ukanswers.co.uk.