UK Clocks Went Back: Check Trains, Appointments and Devices

The UK clocks went back one hour on Sunday, 25 October 2026, when 02:00 became 01:00 and British Summer Time ended. If you are still adjusting your routine, check the time shown on your travel booking, appointment confirmation and devices before setting off; overnight services may handle the repeated hour differently.

What changed on 25 October

The change means local clocks moved back from 02:00 to 01:00, so the hour between 01:00 and 02:00 occurred twice. GOV.UK lists 25 October as the date the clocks went back in 2026.

Most internet-connected phones and computers usually update their time automatically, but settings, connectivity and device type can vary. Check manually set clocks, such as some car displays, watches, alarms and household appliances, and confirm that your phone’s time zone and automatic time settings are enabled.

Check overnight trains and appointments

The repeated hour can affect how overnight journeys and schedules are displayed. Operators may handle services differently, so do not assume that every train departs or arrives on the same basis. Check the current operator timetable and your booking details, especially if you are travelling overnight or have an early connection.

For appointments, use the local time stated in the latest confirmation. If a booking was made around the change or the time appears inconsistent across devices, contact the provider before you leave. Allow enough time to verify connections and avoid relying on an old screenshot or calendar entry.

Before travelling or attending an appointment, check:

• The latest timetable or confirmation from the train operator or service provider.
• Whether the time is shown in local UK time and whether a journey crosses the clock change.
• The clock on any device that does not update automatically.
• Your alarm and calendar settings if they are important for an early start.

What to check for the next clock change

The October change is complete. For the next change, check the GOV.UK clock-change page for the published date and time, then review any travel or appointment plans that fall overnight. For this week, the practical step is to make sure your personal clocks, alarms and upcoming bookings agree.

Source: GOV.UK