Bank Holidays Wales

Time to escape the daily grind

Bank holidays are always a well-earned break from the daily grind. If you are new to the UK, then you may not yet know what they are all about.

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Bank Holidays 2023: Wales

Date Weekday Wales Bank Holidays 2023
2 Jan Monday New Year’s Day (substitute day)
7 Apr Friday Good Friday
10 Apr Monday Easter Monday
1 May Monday Early May bank holiday
8 May Monday Coronation of King Charles III
29 May Monday Spring bank holiday
28 Aug Monday Summer bank holiday
25 Dec Monday Christmas Day
26 Dec Tuesday Boxing Day

Bank Holidays 2024: Wales

Date Weekday Wales Bank Holidays 2023
1 January Monday New Year’s Day
29 March Friday Good Friday
1 April Monday Easter Monday
6 May Monday Early May bank holiday
27 May Monday Spring bank holiday
26 August Monday Summer bank holiday
25 December Wednesday Christmas Day
26 December Thursday Boxing Day

Bank Holidays 2025: Wales

Date Weekday Wales Bank Holidays 2024
1 Jan Wednesday New Year’s Day
18 Apr Friday Good Friday
21 Apr Monday Easter Monday
5 May Monday Early May bank holiday
26 May Monday Spring bank holiday
25 Aug Monday Summer bank holiday
25 Dec Thursday Christmas Day
26 Dec Friday Boxing Day

When are bank holidays in the UK and Ireland?

Every calendar website on the internet will tell you about upcoming bank holidays.

You might as well consult official resources to find the best and most up-to-date information.

Bank holidays England & Wales

School holidays in the UK and Ireland

School terms and holiday dates vary considerably across the UK, so here is a list of official websites providing you with first-hand information about school terms and holiday dates in your region:

School holidays in Wales

Bank Holidays in the UK & Ireland


If you are planning a holiday, be sure to know when Bank Holidays are! They may not always fall in line with your schedule, but being aware of them is the first step to avoiding disappointment. Incorporate these days off into your holiday schedule—that way, you make the most of the time off! And even if you're not a newcomer, you might want to explore a yet undiscovered corner of the country on your days off and need a reminder of when bank holidays are. Welcome to this website—start planning!