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Summer Bank Holiday
Monday, 4 Aug 2025 · United Kingdom · Regional (GB-SCT) · Public holiday
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Bridge day check
Falls on a Monday, so it makes a three-day weekend with no leave needed.
What the day is for
The last Monday in August in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and the first Monday in Scotland. Notting Hill Carnival fills the London weekend.
Do shops and banks close?
Banks close; retail trades fully and seaside towns hit peak.
Getting around
The busiest road weekend of the British year. Central London sees extensive carnival closures.
See the full United Kingdom holiday calendar or count the working days.