Planning Ahead: Mark Your Calendars with the Updated Bank Holiday Schedule for 2026

πŸ“… Bank Holiday Update for 2026! πŸ“…
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Exciting changes are coming to the 2026 bank holiday calendar. First up, let’s talk Boxing Day! Since 26th December lands on a Saturday, you’ll get to enjoy a well-deserved day off on Monday, 28th December instead. So, mark your calendars for a longer festive weekend! πŸŽ‰
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While Christmas Day delightfully remains on Friday, 25th December, Easter hops in a tad earlier. Good Friday will be on 3rd April, with Easter Monday swiftly following on 6th April. Perfect for an early spring break! 🌸🐣

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May is staying traditional with its two bank holidays, both on a Monday. Early May gives you rest on 4th May, and the Spring break is set for 25th May. Meanwhile, soak up the sun with the Summer bank holiday on Monday, 31st August.

Here’s the full rundown for your 2026 diary:

– πŸ“ Thursday, 1st Jan – New Year’s Day
– πŸ“ Friday, 3rd April – Good Friday
– πŸ“ Monday, 6th April – Easter Monday
– πŸ“ Monday, 4th May – Early May Bank Holiday
– πŸ“ Monday, 25th May – Spring Bank Holiday
– πŸ“ Monday, 31st August – Summer Bank Holiday
– πŸ“ Friday, 25th December – Christmas Day
– πŸ“ Monday, 28th December – Boxing Day (Substitute)

Plan your year, book your mini-breaks, and make the most of these confirmed dates! πŸ—“οΈβœ¨ #BankHolidayBliss #2026Calendar #LongWeekendsAhead