As the days get longer and lighter evenings return, the clocks are set to change this weekend across the UK.
The move marks the start of British Summer Time (BST), meaning people will lose an hour in bed but gain brighter evenings in the months ahead.
In 2026, the clocks will go forward by one hour at 1am on Sunday, March 29, jumping straight to 2am.
The change happens every year on the last Sunday in March, with the UK then remaining on BST until the clocks go back again in October.
For those unsure which way the clocks move, there’s a simple trick to remember. Think of the seasons – in spring, the clocks “spring forward”, while in autumn they “fall back”.
While the shift means one less hour of sleep this weekend, it also brings longer evenings, with daylight stretching further into the day as summer approaches.
Most modern devices such as smartphones and computers will update automatically, but older clocks, ovens and car dashboards may need to be changed manually.
The clocks will go back again on Sunday, October 25, when the UK returns to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
