When do clocks go forward in the UK 2026

Most casual conversations among Brits this season revolve around two topics: the bitterly cold weather outside or the dreary darkness. However, these discussions will not last long. Although it may seem like spring has arrived, thanks to the recently pleasant weather and sunshine and the first flowers blooming on the trees, it doesn’t actually start until the spring equinox.

Clocks in the UK will go forward on Sunday, March 29, marking the start of British Summer Time.

The clocks will jump forward from 1 a.m. to 2 a.m., meaning we’ll lose an hour.

A simple way to remember how the clocks are set throughout the year is to think of them “stepping forward” in the spring and “falling” in the fall.

During the summer months, clocks go forward as a result of a campaign aimed at changing the clocks for the summer season, called British Summer Time, since the early 1900s.

The first campaign suggested that by changing clocks during the summer months, individuals in the northern hemisphere could better take advantage of longer daylight hours.

Most internet-connected devices, such as smartphones, usually update on their own. However, there are some devices that may need users to update manually.

Here’s where the sun will set from earliest to latest in major UK cities on March 29.