UK Bank Holidays 2024
UK Bank Holidays 2024
Bank holidays are more than days off as they shape how we plan work, school, and travel. In 2024, the UK Bank Holidays calendar offers several chances to take a break or enjoy a long weekend.
The exact dates vary by region. Some apply across the whole UK, while others are unique to places like Scotland or Northern Ireland. Knowing the full list of UK Bank Holidays 2024 early in the year can help you plan smarter whether that means booking a trip, managing time off, or sorting out family plans.
In this guide, we’ll walk through each date and what it means for daily life. No fluff—just the facts that matter.
All Uk Bank Holidays 2024
| DATE | DAY | HOLIDAY | APPLICABLE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Mon | New Year’s Day | All UK |
| 2 Jan | Tue | 2nd January | Scotland |
| *18 Mar | Mon | St. Patrick’s Day | NI |
| 29 Mar | Fri | Good Friday | All UK |
| 1 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday | All UK (Ex. Scotland) |
| 6 May | Mon | Early May Bank Holiday | All UK |
| 27 May | Mon | Spring Bank Holiday | All UK |
| 12 Jul | Fri | Battle of the Boyne | NI |
| 5 Aug | Mon | Summer Bank Holiday | Scotland |
| 26 Aug | Mon | Late Summer August Bank Holiday | All UK (Ex. Scotland) |
| 30 Nov | Sat | St. Andrew’s Day | Scotland |
| 25 Dec | Wed | Christmas Day | All UK |
| *26 Dec | Thu | Boxing Day | All UK |
Note: A date marked with an asterisk (*) serves as a substitute for the actual bank holiday if it falls on a weekend.
Visit www.gov.uk for the original release of UK bank holidays 2024.
How many bank holidays in 2024 UK?
when is August bank holiday 2024 UK?
In 2024, the August bank holiday in the UK falls on Monday, 26 August.
This date applies to England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. In Scotland, the Summer Bank Holiday is observed earlier, on Monday, 5 August 2024.
When is May bank holiday breaks UK 2024?
In 2024, the UK observes two bank holidays in May: Early May Bank Holiday: Monday, 6 May Spring Bank Holiday: Monday, 27 May