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Looking up bank holidays in Birmingham? You’re on the right page. Birmingham follows the standard England & Wales calendar — exactly as confirmed by GOV.UK.
Birmingham bank holidays in 2026
England and Wales share an identical list of eight statutory bank holidays per year.
| Date | Holiday | Applies |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 1 January | New Year’s Day | All UK |
| Friday 3 April | Good Friday | All UK |
| Monday 6 April | Easter Monday | England, Wales, NI |
| Monday 4 May | Early May Bank Holiday | All UK |
| Monday 25 May | Spring Bank Holiday | All UK |
| Monday 31 August | Summer Bank Holiday | England, Wales, NI |
| Friday 25 December | Christmas Day | All UK |
| Monday 28 December | Boxing Day (sub) | All UK |
Things to know about bank holidays in Birmingham
Like everywhere else in the UK, bank holidays in Birmingham aren’t a guarantee that everything stops. Banks themselves close. Royal Mail doesn’t deliver. Many big shops open with reduced hours. Bin collections are usually pushed by a day. Public transport tends to run on a Sunday or Saturday timetable.
For specifics in your area, the council website is the most reliable source for bin collection dates and parking rules. National retailers usually publish bank holiday opening hours on their store pages a couple of weeks before the day.
Working in Birmingham on a bank holiday
Whether you have to work, get paid extra, or get a day off in lieu — none of it depends on where you live. It depends on your employment contract. UK law gives you 5.6 weeks of paid holiday a year. Your contract decides whether bank holidays are inside that allowance or on top of it. See our full guide to bank holiday pay and working on bank holidays.
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Frequently asked
Are bank holidays in Birmingham different from the rest of England?
No. The UK does not have city-specific bank holidays. Birmingham follows the England list.
Do shops close on bank holidays in Birmingham?
Most large supermarkets and high-street stores stay open with reduced hours, especially on Easter Sunday and Christmas Day where additional rules apply. Smaller independent shops are more likely to close fully.
Are buses and trains running on bank holidays in Birmingham?
Yes, but usually on a reduced or Sunday timetable. Always check the operator’s website on the day.