Bank holiday

Warm, welcoming interiors offer the perfect place to relax with brunch, lunch or coffee beside the River Wear.

Durham café with ultimate riverside view is perfect spot for Bank Holiday brunch

What's on at Beamish Museum this bank holiday?

What's on at Beamish Museum this bank holiday?

Everything happening at Beamish Museum over the August Bank Holiday weekend

Free and cheap things to do in Darlington this August Bank Holiday

Pitbull, is presented with a Guinness World Record certificate for the largest gathering of people wearing bald cap ahead of his performance at at BST Hyde Park.

Pitbull, is presented with a Guinness World Record certificate for the largest gathering of people wearing bald cap ahead of his performance at at BST Hyde Park.

Pitbull daytime clubbing event coming to North East this Bank Holiday weekend

Bank Holiday weather forecast for Darlington as highs of 20C expect and light showers

These 2027 annual leave tricks could turn 19 days of holiday into 47 days off, including a 10-day Christmas break for three days' leave.

These 2027 annual leave tricks could turn 19 days of holiday into 47 days off, including a 10-day Christmas break for three days' leave.

How to get 47 days off work in 2027 using just 19 days of annual leave

Raby Castle, Park and Gardens popular Harvest Food and Gift Market.

Raby Castle, Park and Gardens popular Harvest Food and Gift Market.

Ultimate Bank Holiday weekend event heading to breathtaking North East castle

State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early this week.

State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early this week.

Pensioners given urgent warning over DWP State Pension payments this week

Which part of the Durham Coast is your favourite?

Which part of the Durham Coast is your favourite?

Free and cheap things to do in the North East this May bank holiday

Best farm shops and delis in County Durham for bank holiday food - see where

Universal Credit, PIP and State Pension claimants could see payments arrive early due to the spring Bank Holiday, the DWP has confirmed.

Universal Credit, PIP and State Pension claimants could see payments arrive early due to the spring Bank Holiday, the DWP has confirmed.

DWP Universal Credit and State Pension payment changes next week confirmed

Cambois could be the perfect spot for bank holiday weekend - but how do you pronounce it?

Cambois could be the perfect spot for bank holiday weekend - but how do you pronounce it?

Northumberland beach everyone mispronounces – and why it’s perfect this bank holiday

Hopetown in Darlington.

Hopetown in Darlington.

Rainy Bank Holiday? Nine North East indoor attractions to save your family weekend

Ten dog-friendly pubs with beer gardens within an hour of Darlington

The 'hidden' beaches in the North East you could visit this bank holiday.

The 'hidden' beaches in the North East you could visit this bank holiday.

Seven hidden beaches in the North East to escape the bank holiday crowds

Things to do over the bank holiday weekend.

Things to do over the bank holiday weekend.

North East May Day bank holiday guide - Weather, travel, and opening times

Top five North East beaches set for sunshine over this bank holiday weekend

The DWP has confirmed May 2026 Bank Holiday benefit payment date changes

The DWP has confirmed May 2026 Bank Holiday benefit payment date changes

A key pension and benefit payment change is coming next week - check your date now

Bank holidays are scheduled throughout the year and a substitute is scheduled for 2026

Bank holidays are scheduled throughout the year and a substitute is scheduled for 2026

Brits to maximise time off at Christmas with substitute bank holidays in 2026

Easter bank holidays mean early payments. Find out if your Child Benefit, pension, or Universal Credit is affected in April 2026.

Easter bank holidays mean early payments. Find out if your Child Benefit, pension, or Universal Credit is affected in April 2026.

DWP State Pension, Universal Credit and Child Benefit April payment dates changes

Millions of people will receive their essential financial support before the August bank holiday weekend, as the Government has confirmed that benefit payments will be brought forward to Friday 22 August

Millions of people will receive their essential financial support before the August bank holiday weekend, as the Government has confirmed that benefit payments will be brought forward to Friday 22 August

Millions to receive DWP benefit payments ahead of August bank holiday

Full list of the DWP benefits and pensions which will change this month due to the August bank holiday

Full list of the DWP benefits and pensions which will change this month due to the August bank holiday

Full list of the DWP benefits and pensions changes due this month

Bank holiday opening hours for May 26 from Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Asda and Morrisons

Bank holiday opening hours for May 26 from Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Asda and Morrisons

Bank holiday opening hours: Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Asda and Morrisons

Finance experts have issued a warning due to DWP payment changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

Finance experts have issued a warning due to DWP payment changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

DWP changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

DWP benefits and pensions will see payment date changes for the two May Bank holiday s in 2025

DWP benefits and pensions will see payment date changes for the two May Bank holiday s in 2025

DWP payment changes for benefits and pensions May Bank holidays 2025

PayByPhone, an app for finding the cheapest fuel, EV charging locations and parking payments, gives you its top 10 UK destinations - including the North York Moors

PayByPhone, an app for finding the cheapest fuel, EV charging locations and parking payments, gives you its top 10 UK destinations - including the North York Moors

'Perfect' beauty spot named in UK's top 10 list of Bank Holiday destinations

Every year, hard-working Brits get a handful of days off thanks to Bank Holidays.

Every year, hard-working Brits get a handful of days off thanks to Bank Holidays.

How long Brits have to wait for a day off - here's when the next bank holiday is

It's not uncommon for people to assume that the restrictions on parking don't apply on a Bank Holiday.

It's not uncommon for people to assume that the restrictions on parking don't apply on a Bank Holiday.

Brits urged to do one simple check this August Bank Holiday or risk being fined

Deliveroo has revealed a series of money-saving food and drinks deals at the likes of Burger King, Pizza Hut, Zizzi and more.

Deliveroo has revealed a series of money-saving food and drinks deals at the likes of Burger King, Pizza Hut, Zizzi and more.

Deliveroo reveals August Bank Holiday deals from Burger King, Pizza Hut and more

These are the confirmed 2023 bank holiday dates we still have to look forward to

These are the confirmed 2023 bank holiday dates we still have to look forward to

All the remaining bank holidays in 2023: what days you will get off this year

Every year, hard-working Brits get a handful of days off thanks to Bank Holidays.

Every year, hard-working Brits get a handful of days off thanks to Bank Holidays.

How long do we have to wait for the next UK Bank Holiday?

The RAC are warning some roads, including the M25, could see three times as much traffic as usual this weekend

The RAC are warning some roads, including the M25, could see three times as much traffic as usual this weekend

RAC issue bank holiday traffic warning - when roads will be busiest

Temperatures could be as high as 25C on Thursday in parts of the UK

Temperatures could be as high as 25C on Thursday in parts of the UK

Met Office predicts Thursday will be the hottest day of the year so far

Christmas bank holiday moved from the traditional December 25 date

Christmas bank holiday moved from the traditional December 25 date

Christmas Day bank holiday to be moved from December 25 date

King Charles III approved a bank holiday to take place for the Queen’s funeral as he was proclaimed King on Saturday

King Charles III approved a bank holiday to take place for the Queen’s funeral as he was proclaimed King on Saturday

Will I get a day off for the Queen's funeral? Bank holiday rules explained

King Charles III and the Queen during the Accession Council at St James's Palace, London.

King Charles III and the Queen during the Accession Council at St James's Palace, London.

Bank Holiday announced for Queen's funeral as King Charles III approves date

Full list of closures and cancellations as Queen's death sparks national mourning. (PA)

Full list of closures and cancellations as Queen's death sparks national mourning. (PA)

Full list of closures and cancellations following the Queen's death

Book 47 days holiday in 2023 using just 19 days of annual leave. (Canva)

Book 47 days holiday in 2023 using just 19 days of annual leave. (Canva)

How you can book 47 days holiday in 2023 using just 19 days of annual leave

Bank Holidays 2022: How long do we have to wait for our next day off work? (PA)

Bank Holidays 2022: How long do we have to wait for our next day off work? (PA)

This is how long you have to wait for your next Bank Holiday off work

Two separate deals are available via the McDonald's app this August bank holiday Monday (PA)

Two separate deals are available via the McDonald's app this August bank holiday Monday (PA)

McDonald's offering two discount deals this August bank holiday Monday

Which shops are open on bank holiday Monday from Aldi to B&Q? (PA/Canva)

Which shops are open on bank holiday Monday from Aldi to B&Q? (PA/Canva)

Supermarket bank holiday opening hours for Asda, Tesco, Aldi and more

Find out when traffic will peak over August Bank Holiday as AA issues an amber traffic warning. Picture: PA

Find out when traffic will peak over August Bank Holiday as AA issues an amber traffic warning. Picture: PA

AA reveals when traffic will peak on UK roads during August bank holiday weekend

7 foods sure to cure your hangover this Bank Holiday weekend. (Canva)

7 foods sure to cure your hangover this Bank Holiday weekend. (Canva)

7 foods sure to cure your hangover this Bank Holiday weekend, from the experts

The Platinum Jubilee: Drivers urged to do 5 things this weekend amid travel chaos. (PA)

The Platinum Jubilee: Drivers urged to do 5 things this weekend amid travel chaos. (PA)

Drivers urged to do 5 things this weekend amid travel chaos for Queen's Jubilee

Buyagift has revealed their most popular family days out. Picture: Canva

Buyagift has revealed their most popular family days out. Picture: Canva

Top 10 family activities on Buyagift revealed in time for Bank Holiday weekend

6 Royal experiences. to try for the Platinum Jubilee. Credit: Virgin Experience Days

6 Royal experiences. to try for the Platinum Jubilee. Credit: Virgin Experience Days

Virgin Experience Days reveals 6 Royal experiences to mark the Platinum Jubilee

QHotels has special savings just for the Platinum Jubilee. (QHotels Collection)

QHotels has special savings just for the Platinum Jubilee. (QHotels Collection)

Save some money this Platinum Jubilee weekend with special deals from QHotels

Sky News reveals its TV schedule for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee weekend (PA)

Sky News reveals its TV schedule for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee weekend (PA)

Sky News reveals its TV schedule for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee weekend

Aldi's Jubilee inspired beauty range is available to pre-order today (PA)

Aldi's Jubilee inspired beauty range is available to pre-order today (PA)

Aldi's Jubilee inspired beauty range is available to pre-order today

Throw a Platinum Jubilee party to remember with Lakeland's themed decorations (Lakeland)

Throw a Platinum Jubilee party to remember with Lakeland's themed decorations (Lakeland)

Throw a Platinum Jubilee party to remember with Lakeland's themed decorations

Get the whole family in the garden with Christow's greenhouses, sheds and more (Christow/Canva)

Get the whole family in the garden with Christow's greenhouses, sheds and more (Christow/Canva)

Get the whole family in the garden with Christow's greenhouses, sheds and more

Two days you should book as annual leave this month for nine days off work. (PA/Canva)

Two days you should book as annual leave this month for nine days off work. (PA/Canva)

Two days you should book as annual leave this month for nine days off work

UK weather: Met Office forecast for May Bank Holiday weekend. (PA)

UK weather: Met Office forecast for May Bank Holiday weekend. (PA)

‘Low twenties’ forecast for May Bank Holiday weekend weather

Boris Johnson spokesman issues update on permanent Bank Holiday for the Queen. (PA)

Boris Johnson spokesman issues update on permanent Bank Holiday for the Queen. (PA)

Downing Street issues update on new permanent Bank Holiday to honour Queen