Public holiday in United Kingdom
Easter Monday in United Kingdom
Monday, April 6, 2026
Regional public holiday
Observed in England, Northern Ireland, Wales
Easter Monday is a public holiday in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. It follows Easter Sunday and gives many people a spring day off after the Easter weekend.
About Easter Monday in United Kingdom
In the United Kingdom, Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. It sits immediately after Easter Sunday, so it is part of the longer Easter break for many families, school communities and workers in those parts of the country. The day has a practical seasonal role as well as a religious association. For many people it marks the end of the main Easter weekend, and it is often used for family time, day trips or simply resting after the previous day’s observances. In Scotland, however, Easter Monday is not one of the standard public holidays.
History
Easter Monday comes from the Christian calendar and was established in Britain as part of the wider Easter observance. Its modern status as a public holiday reflects that long connection with the church year rather than a single modern event.
Traditions
Common Easter Monday customs in the UK are low-key and family-centred. Many households use the day for visiting relatives, finishing Easter food and taking short outings during the spring bank-holiday period. In some places, egg-related games and children’s activities continue from Easter Sunday.
How Easter Monday is celebrated in United Kingdom
The day is usually observed quietly. Some people spend it at home, while others use the holiday for walks, countryside trips or local leisure activities. In areas where the public holiday applies, it can also affect the rhythm of the working week after Easter.
Interesting facts
The holiday is not observed across the whole United Kingdom in the same way; Scotland is excluded from the standard Easter Monday public holiday arrangement. It normally falls on a different date each year because it depends on Easter Sunday.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 Apr 2026 | — | England, Wales, Northern Ireland |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.