Count working days between two dates, or find the date a number of working days away, skipping weekends and public holidays.
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UK bank holidays 2026 and 2027 (England and Wales)
| Holiday | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thu 1 Jan | Fri 1 Jan |
| Good Friday | Fri 3 Apr | Fri 26 Mar |
| Easter Monday | Mon 6 Apr | Mon 29 Mar |
| Early May | Mon 4 May | Mon 3 May |
| Spring | Mon 25 May | Mon 31 May |
| Summer | Mon 31 Aug | Mon 30 Aug |
| Christmas Day | Fri 25 Dec | Mon 27 Dec (substitute) |
| Boxing Day | Mon 28 Dec (substitute) | Tue 28 Dec (substitute) |
Scotland has 2 January and St Andrew’s Day (30 November) instead of Easter Monday, and its summer holiday is the first Monday in August. In 2026 Scotland also has a one-off bank holiday on Monday 15 June for the World Cup. Northern Ireland adds St Patrick’s Day (17 March) and the Battle of the Boyne (12 July).
Common uses
- Delivery and refund deadlines (“within 14 working days”).
- Notice periods and HR deadlines.
- Project schedules and invoice payment terms.
- Legal and court deadlines, which often count “clear” working days, so check the rules that apply.
Add your own days off, such as a Christmas shutdown, in the extra days box.
Frequently asked questions
How many working days are there in a year in the UK?
Usually 252 to 253 in England and Wales: about 261 weekdays minus 8 bank holidays.
Are bank holidays counted as working days?
No, this tool skips them. Your employer may treat them differently.
Does it count the start date?
For counting, you choose. When adding working days, the count starts the day after.
Which US holidays are included?
The 11 federal holidays, moved to the Friday or Monday when they fall on a weekend.
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