Everything on this page comes from the exchange's own calendar: when London Stock Exchange trades, every closure through the end of 2027, and a live open-or-closed check that follows London time.
London Stock Exchange trades Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 16:30 London time (Europe/London), with prices in GBP.
Trading hours
| Session | Local (London) |
|---|---|
| Regular session | 08:00-16:30 |
| Early-close days | close at 12:30 |
Remaining 2026 closures
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-25 | Friday |
| 2026-12-28 | Monday |
London Stock Exchange holidays 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-01 | Friday | New Year's Day |
| 2027-03-26 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 2027-03-29 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 2027-05-03 | Monday | Early May Bank Holiday |
| 2027-05-31 | Monday | Spring Bank Holiday |
| 2027-08-30 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
| 2027-12-27 | Monday | Christmas Day (substitute) |
| 2027-12-28 | Tuesday | Boxing Day (substitute) |
Early closes 2027
| Date | Occasion | Close |
|---|---|---|
| 2027-12-24 | Christmas Holiday half day | 12:30 |
| 2027-12-31 | New Year's Holiday half day | 12:30 |
Source: the exchange's official calendar, checked 2026-08-30.
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Frequently asked questions
What time does London Stock Exchange open?
The regular session runs 08:00 to 16:30 London time. On scheduled early-close days trading ends at 12:30.
Is London Stock Exchange open on weekends?
No. It trades Monday to Friday.
How many holidays does London Stock Exchange have in 2027?
8 scheduled closures.
Where do these dates come from?
From the exchange's own published 2027 calendar, last checked 2026-08-30.