Public Holidays in United Kingdom 2027
All nationwide public holidays in United Kingdom for 2027 at a glance – with free downloads as Excel, CSV or PDF and tips for bridge days and long weekends.
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All Public Holidays in United Kingdom 2027
The United Kingdom has 6 bank holidays in 2027. Bank holidays can vary between England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The table below lists all UK-wide bank holidays for 2027.
Regional Holidays by Nation
Beyond the nationwide holidays, many nations observe additional public holidays. The total number ranges from 8 to 10 per year depending on your nation. View the complete holiday calendar for each nation:
- England – 8 holidays
- Scotland – 9 holidays
- Wales – 8 holidays
- Northern Ireland – 10 holidays
Bridge Days & Long Weekends in United Kingdom 2027
Bridge days (Brückentage) are single vacation days that connect a public holiday with a weekend, creating extended time off. United Kingdom's 2027 calendar offers several excellent opportunities to maximize your vacation days.
Best Bridge Day Opportunities in 2027
- April 30 (Friday) – Take one day off before Early May Bank Holiday (Monday, May 3) for a 4-day weekend from April 30 to May 3.
- May 28 (Friday) – Take one day off before Spring Bank Holiday (Monday, May 31) for a 4-day weekend from May 28 to 31.
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Frequently Asked Questions
United Kingdom has 6 public holidays in 2027 that are observed nationwide across all 4 nations. Depending on which nation you live or work in, there can be up to 10 public holidays in total when regional holidays are included.
The top bridge day opportunities in 2027 are: April 30, May 28. May is especially favorable, with multiple public holidays offering several chances to extend weekends with minimal vacation days used.
Yes. The United Kingdom public holiday calendar for 2027 is available as a free download in PDF, Excel (.xlsx), and CSV formats. No registration or account creation is required.
absentify lets you select your specific nation during setup. The system then automatically includes both the nationwide holidays and any additional regional holidays for that nation in your team calendar. This ensures every team member sees the correct holidays for their location.