15 January 2026

How to Maximise Annual Leave Around Bank Holidays

Professional tips on coordinating with your team and booking the best dates first.

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How to Maximise Annual Leave Around Bank Holidays

Booking the best dates is only half the battle. You also need to make sure your request gets approved before your colleagues beat you to it.

1. Book Early

Most people start thinking about their summer holidays in January. You should be thinking about the whole year.

2. Check Your Region

Remember that Scotland and Northern Ireland have different bank holidays. If your company operates across the UK, make sure you're looking at the right calendar.

3. Use HolidayWiz

Our calculator does the hard work for you, finding the most efficient gaps in the calendar so you don't have to.

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