Forecast — Dates are estimated

United Kingdom Holidays 2028

Europe · GBP · 8 public holidays · 13 shopping events ·Pop: 67.3M ·GDP: $3.7T

Key Events

Black FridayCyber MondayBoxing Day

Top Platforms

Amazon UK28%
Shopify Stores10%
eBay UK8%
E-commerce growing at 52% YoY with 90% digital maturity.
Amazon UK: English-language market with Amazon dominance. Low entry barrier for US sellers.
Market tier: Tier 1
Growth potential: Medium
Cross-border ease: High

Public Holidays in United Kingdom (2028)

Source: Nager.Date API — 8 public holidays

New Year's Day
January 1, 2028
Good Friday
April 14, 2028
Easter Monday
April 17, 2028
Early May Bank Holiday
May 1, 2028
Spring Bank Holiday
May 6, 2028
Summer Bank Holiday
August 5, 2028
Christmas Day
December 25, 2028
Boxing Day
December 26, 2028

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the January Sales in the UK?

January Sales are a major UK retail tradition starting on Boxing Day and peaking in early January. Retailers offer significant discounts to clear holiday inventory. Many stores launch online sales on Christmas Day, making it one of the busiest online shopping periods of the year.

Is Black Friday as big in the UK as in the US?

Black Friday has grown enormously in the UK since Amazon introduced it in 2010. It is now the biggest online shopping day of the year, though it has faced criticism for aggressive marketing. Many UK consumers prefer waiting for Boxing Day sales instead.

What is Boxing Day and why is it important for shopping?

Boxing Day, December 26, is traditionally the start of post-Christmas sales in the UK. It originated as a day for charitable giving but evolved into the UK's most iconic shopping day. Both high-street and online retailers offer substantial clearance discounts.

How popular is click-and-collect in the UK?

Click-and-collect is extremely popular in the UK, with over 70% of online shoppers having used the service. Major retailers like Argos, John Lewis, and Tesco offer it widely. It is a preferred option for consumers wanting to avoid delivery fees and ensure convenient pickup times.