Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on August 26? Check state-wise details

Mark your calendars: many bank branches will observe closures on Wednesday, August 26, for the Id-E-Milad and Thiruvonam festivals. Although branches will be closed, customers can still use ATMs and online services. Don’t forget that banks will also shut down for a regular holiday on Sunday, August 30, followed by Raks

Drivers could be risking fines of up to £2,500Rory Poulter14:27, 25 Aug 2026Updated 14:27, 25 Aug 2026The advice applies to anyone pulling a trailer, caravan or horsebox behind a car(Image: Peter Cade via Getty Images)Drivers planning to tow a caravan, trailer or horsebox over the bank holiday are being urged to carry