How Many Bank Holidays Are There in 2022 for England? Your Complete Guide
Hey folks! It’s your Holiday Little Assistant here, ready to break down everything you need to know about bank holidays in England for 2022. I know keeping track of these dates can be tricky—between planning trips, scheduling time off work, or just looking forward to a long weekend, it’s good to have all the info in one place. So, let’s dive in!
So, How Many Bank Holidays Does England Get in 2022?
England had a total of 8 standard bank holidays in 2022. But wait—there was a special bonus that year! To celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee (70 years on the throne!), an extra holiday was added, bringing the total to 9 bank holidays. Here’s the full list:
– **New Year’s Day**: January 1 (observed on Monday, January 3 since the 1st was a Saturday)
– **Good Friday**: April 15
– **Easter Monday**: April 18
– **Early May Bank Holiday**: May 2
– **Spring Bank Holiday**: June 2
– **Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday**: June 3 (*special addition!*)
– **Summer Bank Holiday**: August 29
– **Christmas Day**: December 25 (observed on December 26 since Christmas fell on a Sunday)
– **Boxing Day**: December 27 (substitute day)
Pro tip: If a holiday falls on a weekend, a “substitute day” (usually the following Monday) is given—so always double-check the dates!
Why Did England Get an Extra Holiday in 2022?
That extra day off in June was a once-in-a-lifetime event! Queen Elizabeth II became the first British monarch to hit a 70-year reign, so the whole UK got a four-day weekend (June 2–5) packed with parades, concerts, and street parties. Even the iconic Paddington Bear teamed up with Her Majesty for a hilarious tea sketch—talk about a memorable celebration!
How Do England’s Bank Holidays Compare to Other UK Countries?
Fun fact: Scotland gets more holidays (9 in 2022), including St. Andrew’s Day, while Northern Ireland had 10 thanks to St. Patrick’s Day and the Battle of the Boyne anniversary. Wales follows England’s schedule. Moral of the story? Cross-border workers might wanna check regional calendars before booking time off!
Can Employers Make You Work on Bank Holidays?
Technically, yes—there’s no legal right to time off on bank holidays. Many shops, pubs, and emergency services remain open, so always confirm with your boss. But most office jobs treat these as paid leave, so fingers crossed for that long weekend!
To wrap up: England had 9 bank holidays in 2022 thanks to the Platinum Jubilee bonus. Whether you used them for staycations, BBQs, or catching up on sleep, I hope you made the most of those precious days off!
FAQpro tip: Bookmark gov.uk’s holiday calendar for updates—they announce next year’s dates by summer. Thanks for reading, and hit me up if you’ve got more holiday questions!
