Public Holidays in United Kingdom 2019

Find out who is off on Boxing Day 2019. Read what it is and why we celebrate it.

Christmas Day celebrates the Nativity of Jesus, the date of which according to tradition took place on 25th December 1 BC. Most countries around the world celebrate this event with a public holiday.

Background and History of the Spring Bank holiday celebration celebrated in the UK.

Background and History on the Early May Bank holiday observed in the United Kingdom.

​​On Friday 30th March 2018, many countries observe Good Friday as a national holiday on the Friday before Easter. The day commemorates the Crucifixion of Jesus.

Background and History on the New Year's Day holiday celebration observed in most countries and regions.