August Bank Holiday Annual Leave 2026

The August Bank Holiday (Monday, August 31st) is the last chance for a summer getaway before the autumn sets in. We highlight the best ways to turn this three-day weekend into a proper summer stretch.

The 9-Day Summer Stretch

Book 4 days (Sept 1-4) to get 9 consecutive days off (Aug 29 - Sept 6).

Best Value: 2.25x Efficiency

How it works

By combining the Monday bank holiday (August 31) with the following four work days (September 1, 2, 3, 4), you bridge the gap between two weekends.

  • Sat 29 Aug - Mon 31 Aug: Bank Holiday Weekend (3 days off)
  • Tue 1 Sept - Fri 4 Sept: Annual Leave (4 days used)
  • Sat 5 Sept - Sun 6 Sept: Weekend (2 days off)
  • Total: 9 consecutive days off

Regional Differences

Note that in Scotland, the Summer Bank Holiday is on **Monday, August 3rd**, while in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, it falls on **Monday, August 31st**. Make sure you check your local region before booking!