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Below, we look at if the stock market is open during Easter and how it will impact trading on those days.
Is the stock market open on Easter?
No. The UK stock market is closed on Easter, which falls on Monday, 21 April.
This is part of the eight standard holidays observed by the stock exchange in the year, including Christmas Day.
The London Stock Exchange observes English and Welsh bank holidays – not Scottish or Northern Irish holidays. For instance, Easter Monday is a bank holiday in England, Wales and Northern Ireland but not in Scotland — however, it’s a non-trading day for the stock market.
The UK stock market is also shut on Friday, 18 April for Good Friday, which means the trading will cease for four consecutive days during the spring holiday period.
Investors can spend this extended holiday with their families and friends, or sort out their finances for the fiscal year ahead. Many bills are going up in April, including energy prices, household bills and taxes, so it’s a good idea to make sure you’re well-prepared ahead of time.
When is the UK stock market closed in 2025?
Below is a list of UK stock market holidays to help you plan your trading activities accordingly.
Date | Bank holiday | On Exchange Trading Services | OTC/SI Off-book trade reporting only |
|---|---|---|---|
Friday 18 April 2025 | Good Friday | NON-trading day. Also GBX/ GBP NON-settlement day in EUI | Not available |
Monday 21 April 2025 | Easter Monday | NON-trading day. Also GBX/ GBP NON-settlement day in EUI | Not available |
Monday 5 May 2025 | Early May Bank Holiday | NON-trading day. Also GBX/ GBP NON-settlement day in EUI | Available as normal |
Monday 26 May 2025 | Spring Bank Holiday | NON-trading day. Also GBX/ GBP NON-settlement day in EUI | Available as normal |
Monday 25 August 2025 | Summer Bank Holiday | NON-trading day. Also GBX/ GBP NON-settlement day in EUI | Available as normal |
Wednesday 24 December 2025 | Christmas Holiday half day | Markets closing process commences from 12:30 London time. Standard settlement day. | Available as normal |
Thursday 25 December 2025 | Christmas Day | NON-trading day. Also GBX/ GBP NON-settlement day in EUI | Not available |
Friday 26 December 2025 | Boxing Day | NON-trading day. Also GBX/ GBP NON-settlement day in EUI | Not available |
Wednesday 31 December 2025 | New Year's Holiday half day | Markets closing process commences from 12:30 London time. Standard settlement day. | Available as normal |
Source: London Stock Exchange
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