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2025 market holidays

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LSE (London Stock Exchange) market holidays2025 dates & closures

London Stock Exchange (LSE) has 8 scheduled holiday dates in 2025, including 8 full-day closures. Regular trading runs 08:00–16:30 GMT, Monday – Friday.

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Holiday dates in 2025: 8
Full-day closures: 0
Early closes & half days

2025 full-day closures

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Aug25
Summer Bank Holiday
Mon · market closed all day
Dec25
Christmas Day
Thu · market closed all day
Dec26
Boxing Day
Fri · market closed all day

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Holiday dates follow the exchange’s official calendar; early closes and substitute holidays are included where published.

Full 2025 schedule

2025 Holiday Calendar — Full Schedule8 total dates

Date	Holiday	Status	Trading hours
January 20251 full closure
Jan 1, 2025Wednesday	New Year's Day	Full closurepassed	Closed
April 20252 full closures
Apr 18, 2025Friday	Good Friday	Full closurepassed	Closed
Apr 21, 2025Monday	Easter Monday	Full closurepassed	Closed
May 20252 full closures
May 5, 2025Monday	Early May Bank Holiday	Full closurepassed	Closed
May 26, 2025Monday	Spring Bank Holiday	Full closurepassed	Closed
August 20251 full closure
Aug 25, 2025Monday	Summer Bank Holiday	Full closurepassed	Closed
December 20252 full closures
Dec 25, 2025Thursday	Christmas Day	Full closurepassed	Closed
Dec 26, 2025Friday	Boxing Day	Full closurepassed	Closed

Full-day closure Early close Half day Special sessionAll times local to the exchange.

2025 LSE Holidays

2025 London Stock Exchange Holidays Calendar

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About LSE Trading Hours

Regular Hours: 08:00 – 16:30 (Europe/London)

Country: United Kingdom

Time Zone: Europe/London

Currency: GBP

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is LSE closed on weekends?

Yes, LSE is closed on Sundays and Saturdays. Regular trading occurs Monday – Friday only.

Does LSE close for lunch?

No, LSE does not have a lunch break. Trading is continuous during the session.

What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?

Most exchanges observe the holiday on the nearest weekday — a Saturday holiday is usually observed on Friday, and a Sunday holiday on Monday. Check the official schedule for specific adjustments.