In the United Kingdom public holidays are called "bank holidays" and are not identical across the country: Scotland and Northern Ireland have some that differ from England and Wales.
In 2027, United Kingdom has 13 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is March, with 3. 5 months have no public holiday at all.
There are 9 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 1 holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from Summer Bank Holiday (August 30) to Saint Andrew's Day (November 30): 92 days.
The first holiday of the year is New Year's Day (January 1) and the last is St. Stephen's Day (December 28).
Long weekends in 2027
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
New Year's Day
January 1 · Friday
Good Friday
March 26 · Friday
Easter Monday
March 29 · Monday
Early May Bank Holiday
May 3 · Monday
Spring Bank Holiday
May 31 · Monday
Battle of the Boyne
July 12 · Monday
Summer Bank Holiday
August 2 · Monday
Summer Bank Holiday
August 30 · Monday
Christmas Day
December 27 · Monday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does United Kingdom have in 2027?+
United Kingdom has 13 official public holidays in 2027, with March being the busiest month (3).
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in United Kingdom?+
The first public holiday of 2027 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in United Kingdom in 2027?+
9 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2027 holidays fall on a weekend in United Kingdom?+
1 holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday: 2 January (January 2).