UK School Holiday Dates 2026/27
Free term dates for every local authority across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Add to your calendar and plan ahead.
UK School Holidays by Nation
School Term Dates by County
View all| County / LEA | Summer 2026 |
|---|---|
| Kent South East | Wednesday 22nd July 2026 – Friday 28th August 2026 |
| Essex South East | Tuesday 21st July 2026 – Monday 31st August 2026 |
| Hampshire South East | Thursday 23rd July 2026 – Monday 31st August 2026 |
| Surrey South East | Thursday 23rd July 2026 – Monday 31st August 2026 |
| Lancashire North West | Tuesday 21st July 2026 – Monday 31st August 2026 |
| Devon South West | Saturday 25th July 2026 – Monday 31st August 2026 |
| Norfolk East of England | Saturday 18th July 2026 – Monday 31st August 2026 |
| Birmingham West Midlands | Tuesday 21st July 2026 – Monday 31st August 2026 |
| Manchester North West | Wednesday 22nd July 2026 – Monday 31st August 2026 |
| City of Edinburgh Scotland | Friday 26th June 2026 – Monday 17th August 2026 |
| Cardiff Wales | Monday 20th July 2026 – Monday 31st August 2026 |
School Holidays by Type
The long summer break, typically 6 weeks in England and Wales and 7 weeks in Scotland.
The festive break, usually two weeks spanning Christmas and New Year.
The spring break, typically two weeks around Easter.
The October half term, usually one week in late October.
The February half term, usually one week in mid-February.
The May/June half term, usually one week at the end of May.
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