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Summer Bank Holiday

Next on Monday, 30 August 2027

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About Summer Bank Holiday

The Summer Bank Holiday is a public holiday in the United Kingdom observed on the last Monday of August. It serves as a traditional opportunity for families and individuals to enjoy the final stretch of summer with outdoor activities, festivals, and trips. While it is not a religious occasion, it is widely celebrated as a long weekend break across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

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When is Summer Bank Holiday in UK?

Summer Bank Holiday dates from 2023 to 2031

  • 2023Monday, 28 AugustPast
  • 2024Monday, 26 AugustPast
  • 2025Monday, 25 AugustPast
  • 2026Monday, 31 AugustPast
  • 2027Monday, 30 August in 290 days
  • 2028Monday, 28 Augustin 654 days
  • 2029Monday, 27 Augustin 1018 days
  • 2030Monday, 26 Augustin 1382 days
  • 2031Monday, 25 Augustin 1746 days

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