{"id":7908,"date":"2025-07-25T15:55:25","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T03:55:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.publicholidaycalendar.com\/en\/?p=7908"},"modified":"2025-07-25T15:55:25","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T03:55:25","slug":"how-many-bank-holidays-are-there-in-2022-for-england-your-complete-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.publicholidaycalendar.com\/en\/how-many-bank-holidays-are-there-in-2022-for-england-your-complete-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How Many Bank Holidays Are There in 2022 for England? Your Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

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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\u2014between planning trips, scheduling time off work, or just looking forward to a long weekend, it\u2019s good to have all the info in one place. So, let\u2019s dive in! <\/p>\n

So, How Many Bank Holidays Does England Get in 2022? <\/h2>\n

England had a total of 8 standard bank holidays<\/b> in 2022. But wait\u2014there was a special bonus that year! To celebrate Queen Elizabeth II\u2019s Platinum Jubilee (70 years on the throne!), an extra holiday was added, bringing the total to 9 bank holidays<\/b>. Here\u2019s the full list: <\/p>\n

– **New Year\u2019s Day**: January 1 (observed on Monday, January 3 since the 1st was a Saturday)
\n– **Good Friday**: April 15
\n– **Easter Monday**: April 18
\n– **Early May Bank Holiday**: May 2
\n– **Spring Bank Holiday**: June 2
\n– **Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday**: June 3 (*special addition!*)
\n– **Summer Bank Holiday**: August 29
\n– **Christmas Day**: December 25 (observed on December 26 since Christmas fell on a Sunday)
\n– **Boxing Day**: December 27 (substitute day) <\/p>\n

Pro tip: If a holiday falls on a weekend, a “substitute day” (usually the following Monday) is given\u2014so always double-check the dates! <\/p>\n

Why Did England Get an Extra Holiday in 2022? <\/h2>\n

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\u20135) packed with parades, concerts, and street parties. Even the iconic Paddington Bear teamed up with Her Majesty for a hilarious tea sketch\u2014talk about a memorable celebration! <\/p>\n

How Do England\u2019s Bank Holidays Compare to Other UK Countries? <\/h2>\n

Fun fact: Scotland gets more holidays (9 in 2022), including St. Andrew\u2019s Day, while Northern Ireland had 10 thanks to St. Patrick\u2019s Day and the Battle of the Boyne anniversary. Wales follows England\u2019s schedule. Moral of the story? Cross-border workers might wanna check regional calendars before booking time off! <\/p>\n

Can Employers Make You Work on Bank Holidays? <\/h2>\n

Technically, yes\u2014there\u2019s 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! <\/p>\n

To wrap up: England had 9 bank holidays in 2022<\/b> 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! <\/p>\n

FAQpro tip: Bookmark gov.uk\u2019s holiday calendar for updates\u2014they announce next year\u2019s dates by summer. Thanks for reading, and hit me up if you\u2019ve got more holiday questions! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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