Easter is nearly upon us - but chances are you don't know what day it actually falls on this year
For practising Christians, it's an important day in their religion, as it celebrates the resurrection of Jesus on the third day after his crucifixion.
And for others, the Easter bunny is the main figure of the holiday and chocolate is the main celebration.
It's believed the word "Easter comes from the word Eostre, a Teutonic goddess of spring and fertility.
The date for Easter is tied to the first full moon following the Spring equinox.
In 2022, the first full moon after March 21 is Saturday, April 16.
What date is Easter in 2022?
Easter 2022 is on Sunday, April 17.
What about the Easter bank holiday?
In 2022, the Easter bank holiday will fall on Monday, April 18. In previous years, the Easter bank holiday fell on April 13, 22, 2, and 17.
What date is Easter Monday in 2023 and 2024?
In 2023, Easter Monday will fall on April 9.
It will fall on March 31 in 2024.
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