Big festive spending usually squeezes families’ bank balances, and it seems like Christmas 2025 will be no different.

Customers depositing unexpected seasonal bonuses, or withdrawing cash for seasonal treats, may want to pop into their local branches in the lead-up to the big day

If you’re one of them, beware of Christmas closures that might disrupt your plans.

Branches will close on Christmas Day and Boxing Day as both are bank holidays.

But when are the banks open over Christmas?

Metro has compiled all the information you’ll need to bank over the holiday.

Are banks open on Christmas Eve?

Yes, but many banks will close early on Wednesday, December 24 so staff can go home and spend the day with family.

Santander – set to close at 3pm

Lloyds – likely to close at 2pm

Barclay

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