Good Friday is one of the most important dates of the Christian calendar - but why is it not considered a ‘happy’ day despite being a Bank Holiday? Here’s what you need to know.

The four-day Easter weekend is almost here - a time for celebration, a welcome break from work and school, and of course, indulgent chocolate eggs. The long weekend will kick off with Good Friday, which is also one of the most important dates in the Christian calendar.

But what is Good Friday, why is it celebrated and why should you not wish someone a “Happy Good Friday”? Here’s what you need to know about the Easter holiday.

Good Friday 2023: When is it, is it a Bank Holiday and why you shouldn’t use it as a greeting this Easter

Good Friday is one of the most important dates of the Christian calendar - but why is it not considered a ‘happy’ day despite being a Bank Holiday? Here’s what you need to know.