Calendar and List of Bank and Observances Holidays in the UK for 2021

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Upcoming bank holidays in England and Wales in 2020

This list of holidays includes both bank holidays and observances in the UK for 2021

In the United Kingdom, a bank holiday is a public holiday, when banks and many other businesses are closed for the day; while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status.

Calendar of Bank Holidays in the UK:

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If a bank holiday is on a weekend, a ‘substitute’ weekday becomes a bank holiday, normally the following Monday.

Public holidays in London for 2021

Public holidays, or "bank holidays" as they are known, are spread throughout the year and mark religious, historical and special events.

Many of London's shops, attractions and businesses stay open throughout the public holidays. Make sure to check opening times before visiting on these days, as some only open for reduced hours and others might not open at all. Public transport may also be affected, with reduced services.

Christmas holidays and closures

The one time of year when London feels quiet is on Christmas Day (25 December) and Boxing Day (26 December).

There is no public transport on Christmas Day, and a reduced service on Boxing Day and the Christmas bank holidays.

Most London attractions and shops, as well as and many restaurants, are closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Easter holidays

On Easter Sunday, large shops have to close by law. Small shops, pharmacies, airport and train station shops are allowed to open.

There may be reduced public transport over the Easter bank holidays. Most attractions are open over Easter.

School holidays

School term dates change from year to year and differ from school to school. There are sometimes differences between term dates for local authority-run schools and independent schools.

Traditionally, there are three school terms, with short mid-term (half-term) breaks and a longer break over the summer:

• Summer holiday: late July to early September
• Autumn half-term: final week of October
• Christmas holidays: late December to early January
• Spring half-term: one week in mid-February
• Easter holidays: two weeks either side of Easter Sunday
• Summer half-term: one week at end of May/early June

There are further differences with many local authorities now adopting a standard school year. This is made up of six terms, each of a similar length. Find out more about school holidays and half term in London.

*Some dates above may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates. If you find a mistake, please let us know.

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