Spring bank holiday 2019
Do you get the day off?
- The date, and why
- Spring Bank Holiday 2026 falls on Monday, May 25 — the last Monday of May. This creates a 3-day long weekend (Sat May 23 – Mon May 25).
- Where it counts as statutory
- Nationwide (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland). All government offices, banks, and schools close. This is the second May bank holiday after the Early May Bank Holiday.
- What closes
- Banks, government offices, and most businesses close. The Chelsea Flower Show typically takes place the week before. Many schools have a half-term break around this time.
- Where the name comes from
- Spring Bank Holiday replaced the moveable Whit Monday (50 days after Easter) with a fixed date to aid business planning. It remains popular for outdoor activities, DIY projects, and short trips.
Same holiday, other years
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