We love a bank holiday in the UK, and what’s not to love about an extra day off at the weekend? It gives us the opportunity to get away for a long weekend and enjoy some proper downtime, to really wind down and relax in a way you just can’t when it’s a normal two-day weekend.
A weekend away usually means a mad dash to get to your destination, and almost as soon as you’ve arrived, you’re already thinking about having to pack up and leave. Well, not when there’s a bank holiday on the horizon!
We have eight bank holidays to look forward to in 2025, and with some great deals to be had, now is the time to think about planning a bank holiday getaway. And if you live north of the border or in Northern Ireland, you’ve got even more days off to look forward to; nine in Scotland and 10 in Northern Ireland, to be exact!
Bank Holidays in England and Wales 2025
In 2025, England and Wales will observe the following bank holidays:
- New Year’s Day – Wednesday, 1st January
- Good Friday – Friday, 18th April
- Easter Monday – Monday, 21st April
- Early May Bank Holiday – Monday, 5th May
- Spring Bank Holiday – Monday, 26th May
- Summer Bank Holiday – Monday, 25th August
- Christmas Day – Thursday, 25th December
- Boxing Day – Friday, 26th December
These dates provide several long weekends, making them ideal for holidays, family gatherings, or simply unwinding at home.
Bank Holidays in Scotland 2025
Scotland has its own set of bank holidays in 2025, with a few variations compared to England and Wales:
- New Year’s Day – Wednesday, 1st January
- 2nd January Holiday – Thursday, 2nd January
- Good Friday – Friday, 18th April
- Early May Bank Holiday – Monday, 5th May
- Spring Bank Holiday – Monday, 26th May
- Summer Bank Holiday – Monday, 4th August
- St Andrew’s Day – Sunday, 30th November (observed on Monday, 1st December)
- Christmas Day – Thursday, 25th December
- Boxing Day – Friday, 26th December
The additional 2nd January Holiday and St Andrew’s Day make Scotland’s calendar slightly different, offering extra time for celebrations.
Bank Holidays in Northern Ireland 2025
Northern Ireland observes a few additional bank holidays in 2025 compared to England and Wales:
- New Year’s Day – Wednesday, 1st January
- St Patrick’s Day – Monday, 17th March
- Good Friday – Friday, 18th April
- Easter Monday – Monday, 21st April
- Early May Bank Holiday – Monday, 5th May
- Spring Bank Holiday – Monday, 26th May
- Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day) – Saturday, 12th July (observed on Monday, 14th July)
- Summer Bank Holiday – Monday, 25th August
- Christmas Day – Thursday, 25th December
- Boxing Day – Friday, 26th December
Where to go for a bank holiday getaway in 2025?
The world – or rather the UK – is your oyster, so the hard part will be deciding where to go for all these bank holidays.
You can’t beat Devon and Cornwall for the ultimate beach break, or try the Lake District for some stunning landscapes, with Wales and Scotland offering breathtakingly beautiful terrain and loads of undiscovered hidden gems along the way. You might think you know the UK, but there are always new places to explore and familiar places to rediscover. Why not create a bucket list of places to visit in the UK over the bank holidays in 2025?
Haven has 38 holiday parks throughout England, Scotland, and Wales, while Parkdean Resorts has 66 sites in some of the country’s most beautiful parts. Butlins has three flagship sites in Skegness, Minehead, and Bognor Regis, all offering fantastic bank holiday deals.
And let’s not forget our four-legged friends. Our pets are as much a part of the family as anyone, so why should we leave them behind when planning a holiday? So many caravan parks are dog-friendly, with some offering dedicated doggy dining areas and designated exercise areas. Check out our dog-friendly holidays for more inspiration.
How will you be spending your bank holidays in 2025? Book your next caravan holiday with UK Caravans for Hire and make the most of your time off!