Official 2025 schedule
Summer bank holiday 2025 bank holiday dates
Summer bank holiday is listed on different dates by division in 2025: England and Wales — Monday, 25 August 2025; Scotland — Monday, 4 August 2025; Northern Ireland — Monday, 25 August 2025.
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Dates by UK division
| Division | Published date | Source note |
|---|---|---|
| England and Wales | No substitute-day note | |
| Scotland | No substitute-day note | |
| Northern Ireland | No substitute-day note |
How to use this date
This page reports the official bank-holiday entry; it does not assume that every employer closes or that every worker receives an extra paid day. If the source labels a date as a substitute day, the note is retained in the table rather than moved to the calendar date of the named occasion.
For leave planning, choose the division where you work and check the result against your contract, rota and employer booking policy.
Frequently asked questions
When is Summer bank holiday in 2025?
Summer bank holiday is listed on different dates by division in 2025: England and Wales — Monday, 25 August 2025; Scotland — Monday, 4 August 2025; Northern Ireland — Monday, 25 August 2025.
Is Summer bank holiday on the same date across the UK in 2025?
No single UK-wide date should be assumed. The table shows exactly which divisions list Summer bank holiday and the date published for each one.
Does Summer bank holiday automatically mean paid leave?
No. An employer can include bank holidays within annual-leave entitlement and can set its own working arrangements. Check your contract and workplace policy.
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