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Public Holidays in Guernsey 1978

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    New Year's DayPublic holidayWeekend

    New Year's Day

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    Take Jan 2 off

    Days off: Dec 31–Jan 23-day weekend
  • Mar
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    Good FridayPublic holiday

    Good Friday

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    Take Mar 23, Mar 28 off

    Days off: Mar 23–286-day weekend
  • Mar
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    Easter MondayPublic holiday

    Easter Monday

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    Take Mar 23, Mar 28 off

    Days off: Mar 23–286-day weekend
  • May
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    Early May Bank HolidayPublic holiday

    Early May Bank Holiday

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 28, May 2 off

    Days off: Apr 28–May 25-day weekend
  • May
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    Liberation DayPublic holiday

    Liberation Day

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    Take May 8, May 10 off

    Days off: May 6–105-day weekend
  • May
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    Spring Bank HolidayPublic holiday

    Spring Bank Holiday

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    Take May 30 off

    Days off: May 27–304-day weekend
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    Summer Bank HolidayPublic holiday

    Summer Bank Holiday

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    Take Aug 25, Aug 29 off

    Days off: Aug 25–295-day weekend
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    Christmas DayPublic holiday

    Christmas Day

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    Take Dec 27 off

    Days off: Dec 23–275-day weekend
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    St. Stephen's DayPublic holiday

    Boxing Day

    Nationwide

    Take Dec 27 off

    Days off: Dec 23–275-day weekend

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Public Holidays in Guernsey

New Year's Day

1 Jan 1978

New Year’s Day in Guernsey is a quiet holiday after fireworks and celebrations along the waterfront. Families spend the day at home or on relaxed winter walks.

Good Friday

24 Mar 1978

Good Friday is observed with church services and a calm, reflective atmosphere. Many businesses close for the day.

Easter Monday

27 Mar 1978

Easter Monday extends the holiday weekend, making it a popular time for family visits and outdoor activities if the weather allows.

Early May Bank Holiday

1 May 1978

May Day brings a springtime break. Islanders often enjoy short trips or outdoor gatherings as the weather improves.

Liberation Day

9 May 1978

Liberation Day on May 9 is Guernsey’s most important local holiday, commemorating liberation from occupation in 1945. It is marked with parades, ceremonies, and island‑wide celebrations.

Spring Bank Holiday

29 May 1978

The Spring Bank Holiday offers a late‑May pause and is a popular time for short breaks or family outings.

Summer Bank Holiday

28 Aug 1978

The Summer Bank Holiday closes out the summer season. Beaches, coastal paths, and local festivals are especially busy.

Christmas Day

25 Dec 1978

Christmas Day is family‑centered, with traditional meals and church services. The island is quiet as most businesses close.

St. Stephen's Day

26 Dec 1978

Boxing Day continues the festive season with relaxed gatherings and post‑Christmas sales.

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