Public holidays in United Kingdom 2027
National and available regional public holidays for 2027, with country-specific scope notes and planning links.
2027 holiday list
What the list covers
Bank holidays are not identical across England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Check the regional label before using a date for payroll, travel or legal planning.
Typical weekend
This guide treats Saturday and Sunday as the standard weekend when calculating working days and holiday breaks.
Source and coverage
Official annual calendar checked. England and Wales bank holidays. Scotland and Northern Ireland have separate official calendars.
Primary source: GOV.UK bank holiday calendar. Critical payroll, legal and travel dates should still be confirmed with the relevant local authority.
Frequently asked questions
Are these all public holidays in United Kingdom?
Bank holidays are not identical across England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Check the regional label before using a date for payroll, travel or legal planning.
Are regional holidays included for 2027?
This page states its exact geographic scope beside the primary source. Regional and municipal dates outside that scope are not implied.
How often should I recheck 2027 dates?
Recheck before booking travel, running payroll or relying on a date for a legal deadline, especially when holidays are proclamation- or observation-based.