GuernseyvsUnited Kingdom
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
5
Days you're both off
4
Only Guernsey
0
Only United Kingdom
What the numbers say
In 2026, Guernsey has 9 nationwide public holidays and United Kingdom has 5, so Guernsey gets 4 more days off. They line up on 5 dates, including Good Friday, Early May Bank Holiday, Spring Bank Holiday and Christmas Day.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: Guernsey has 8 on working days (1 fall on a weekend), against 5 for United Kingdom (0 on a weekend).
For short breaks, Guernsey offers 7 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 1 possible bridge day (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); United Kingdom offers 5 and 0. Guernsey has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is May in Guernsey and May in United Kingdom.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Guernsey
United Kingdom is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only United Kingdom
Guernsey is working these days.
None.
Full calendars: Guernsey · United Kingdom