UK bank holidays in 2025 fall on the following dates:
- New Year’s Day: Thursday, January 1
- Good Friday: Friday, April 18
- Easter Monday: Monday, April 21
- May Day: Monday, May 5
- Spring Bank Holiday: Monday, May 26
- Summer Bank Holiday: Monday, August 25
- Christmas Day: Thursday, December 25
- Boxing Day: Friday, December 26
Bank holidays in the UK are set by law and are usually taken as a paid day off work. They provide an opportunity for people to relax, spend time with family and friends, or travel. Bank holidays can also boost the economy by encouraging people to spend money on leisure activities.