# Easter Bank Holiday Hours 2026 **URL:** \ **Category:** General announcements\ **Created:** [2 April 2026 15:23 UTC](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/t/easter-bank-holiday-hours-2026/46063 "2026-04-02T15:23:48Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 3\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Anna\_Moderator](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/user_avatar/onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/anna_moderator/32/17519_2.png) [@Anna\_Moderator](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/u/Anna_Moderator)\ **Post date:** [2 April 2026 15:23 UTC](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/t/easter-bank-holiday-hours-2026/46063/1 "2026-04-02T15:23:48Z")
Hi everyone, We know bank holiday weekends can bring their own challenges, so we’re sharing our Stroke Support Helpline’s Easter opening hours to help you access support if you need it. **Stroke Support Helpline** Our [**Stroke Support Helpline**](https://www.stroke.org.uk/stroke/support/helpline) is here to support anyone affected by stroke in the UK, including family and friends. Contact us by: - Phone: **0303 3033 100** - Email: [**helpline@stroke.org.uk**](mailto:helpline@stroke.org.uk) **Easter Opening Hours** - Friday 3 April 2026: 10am - 1pm - Saturday 4 April 2026: 10am - 1pm - Sunday 5 April 2026: Closed - Monday 6 April 2026: 10am - 1pm We’ll be open as usual from Tuesday 7 April 2025, 9am - 5pm. **Out of hours support** If our lines are closed or busy, you can still download a [**free stroke information pack**](https://www.stroke.org.uk/webform/order-your-stroke-information-pack). If you think you or someone you know is having a stroke, please call 999 immediately. In non-emergency situations, please contact: - [**NHS 111 (England)**](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/) - dial 111 - [**NHS 24 (Scotland)**](https://www.nhs24.scot/) - dial 111 - [**NHS Direct (Wales)**](https://111.wales.nhs.uk/) - 0845 46 47 - [**GP out of hours service (Northern Ireland)**](https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/gp-out-hours-service) We also offer a free [**British Sign Language (BSL) Video Relay Service**](https://www.stroke.org.uk/stroke/support/helpline/bsl) to connect with an interpreter. **Other support available** If you’re feeling overwhelmed or need immediate support, please also reach out to these organisations: - [**Samaritans:**](https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/) Call 116 123 (available 24/7) - [**Lifeline (Northern Ireland):**](https://www.lifelinehelpline.info/) Call 0808 808 8000 or text 18001 0808 808 8000 - [**Helplines Partnership:**](https://helplines.org/helplines/) Find other helplines through their directory. - [**Support in your area:**](https://www.stroke.org.uk/stroke/support/services) Our commissioned local services provide a variety of support options. **The Online Community** The Online Community will remain open throughout the weekend, but please be aware it may take a little longer for our team to respond to queries or posts. If you’re worried about another member, please [**flag their post**](https://strokedigital.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/1/article/360022019) or contact us through the [**Service desk**](https://strokedigital.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/1/group/-1) and we’ll follow up as soon as we can. Warm wishes, The Online Community Team ---
**Author:** ![Anna\_Moderator](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/user_avatar/onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/anna_moderator/32/17519_2.png) [@Anna\_Moderator](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/u/Anna_Moderator)\ **Post date:** [2 April 2026 15:26 UTC](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/t/easter-bank-holiday-hours-2026/46063/2 "2026-04-02T15:26:22Z")
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**Author:** ![Anna\_Moderator](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/user_avatar/onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/anna_moderator/32/17519_2.png) [@Anna\_Moderator](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/u/Anna_Moderator)\ **Post date:** [7 April 2026 07:24 UTC](https://onlinecommunity.stroke.org.uk/t/easter-bank-holiday-hours-2026/46063/3 "2026-04-07T07:24:07Z")