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United Kingdom public holidays 2026
United Kingdom has 8 public holidays in 2026. Below is the complete calendar with exact dates and the weekday each falls on.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mar 15, 2026 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| Apr 3, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 5, 2026 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Apr 6, 2026 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 4, 2026 | Monday | Early May bank holiday | Public |
| May 25, 2026 | Monday | Spring bank holiday | Public |
| Jun 21, 2026 | Sunday | Father's Day | Observance |
| Dec 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26, 2026 | Saturday | Boxing Day | Public |
| Dec 28, 2026 | Monday | Boxing Day (substitute day) | Public |
Dates computed from United Kingdom's official holiday rules. Optional and observance days are included for reference and may not be paid days off.
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