Is December 27 a bank holiday? Are any stores open?

After the hustle and bustle of Christmas Day, many of us crave some much-needed relaxation time. Let's face it, Christmas can be a stressful affair with all the gift shopping and turkey cooking. It's hard to find a moment to simply sit back and unwind. But thankfully, we have Boxing Day to look forward to, the perfect day to kick back and relax. And with New Year's Day just around the corner, there's even more time off to enjoy.

On some occasions, Christmas and Boxing Day may fall on a weekend. In this case, the 27th of December and, in some rare cases, the 28th become bank holidays. This ensures that people don't miss out on valuable time off from work, regardless of which day Christmas falls on. Plus, it's always a bonus to have three consecutive days off to recover from the holiday madness. But what about this year? Is December 27th a bank holiday? Unfortunately, no, as Christmas and Boxing Day both fall on a Wednesday and Thursday, respectively.

The last time we had an additional bank holiday was back in 2022, when Christmas Day happened to be on a Sunday. And in 2021, we were lucky enough to have two extra holidays due to both Christmas and Boxing Day falling on the weekend. It's always a treat to have an extra day off, isn't it?

But fear not, we have some exciting bank holidays to look forward to in 2025. New Year's Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Early May bank holiday, Spring bank holiday, Summer bank holiday, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day are all on the list. So mark your calendars, folks!

Now, let's talk about the day after Christmas, also known as Boxing Day. Are any shops open on December 27th? If you're itching to hit the Boxing Day sales, you're in luck! Most shops will be open on this day, but they may operate on reduced hours. For example, supermarkets may open later than usual, around 9am, and close earlier than usual. On the other hand, shopping centers may stick to their regular opening hours to accommodate bargain hunters.

But keep in mind that opening and closing times may vary depending on your location. So if you plan on going shopping on December 27th, be sure to check the store locator tool on the website of your chosen shop to confirm their opening times. And if you're heading to a shopping center, it's always wise to check their website for their operating hours.

And there you have it, folks! A guide to Boxing Day, bank holidays, and shopping on December 27th. This article was first published on December 27th, 2023. If you have any thoughts or opinions, feel free to share them in the comments below. Happy holidays!

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