Last verified: June 2026 — sourced from gov.uk/bank-holidays
Instant answer — is today a UK bank holiday? Covers England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland separately, since bank holiday dates differ between nations.
Why do bank holidays differ across the UK?
England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland each have their own set of bank holidays. Scotland observes 2 January and St Andrew’s Day which are not holidays in England. Northern Ireland observes St Patrick’s Day and the Battle of the Boyne which apply nowhere else in the UK. This is why the checker above shows results separately for each nation.
Common questions
Does this check England and Wales, or all of the UK?
England and Wales by default. Scotland and Northern Ireland dates differ on some holidays, so the answer could be different depending on where you are.
Why might banks be closed even when this says “no”?
Some banks close for local or regional reasons unrelated to public holidays — this tool checks official public/bank holidays, not individual bank closures.
Does it update automatically each year?
Yes — it checks against the current year’s confirmed bank holiday dates, including any substitute days.
See also
See the full UK bank holidays 2026 list, Scottish bank holidays 2026, or Northern Ireland bank holidays 2026 for complete date listings.