Major UK Banking Group Announces Widespread Branch Closures
In a significant move impacting the British high street, Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed plans to close 71 branches across its Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland networks throughout 2026. This decision reflects a broader shift in the banking sector towards digital and remote services, affecting communities from Cornwall to Scotland.
Strategic Shift Towards Digital Banking
The bank group emphasised that these closures are part of a strategic initiative to consolidate services and enhance customer convenience through co-servicing. This approach allows customers to manage personal accounts from any of the three brands in one place, whether online via apps and internet banking, over the phone with support staff, or in remaining physical branches.
A spokesperson for Lloyds Banking Group stated: "We are proud to operate Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland as part of the same family. Our focus is on introducing more integrated ways for customers to access banking services. When making changes to our branch network, we always assess the impact on our customers and how they can continue to manage their finances effectively."
Community Support Measures
To mitigate the effects of these closures, the group has outlined several support measures. In some areas, Community Bankers may visit after a branch shuts, or independent reviews could lead to the establishment of Banking Hubs or Deposit Services nearby. The bank asserts that it follows Financial Conduct Authority guidance throughout the closure announcement process.
Full List of Affected Branches
The closures are scheduled in phases across the year, with many already completed in January 2026. Below is a comprehensive overview of the impacted locations:
Lloyds Bank Closures
- Mitcham - Closed January 8, 2026
- Totnes - Closed January 8, 2026
- Gillingham (Dorset) - Closed January 8, 2026
- Ammanford - Closed January 12, 2026
- Bideford - Closed January 13, 2026
- Fleet - Closed January 13, 2026
- Chester-le-Street - Closed January 14, 2026
- Ivybridge - Closed January 14, 2026
- New Addington - Closed January 14, 2026
- Alfreton - Closed January 19, 2026
- Havant - Closed January 19, 2026
- Lewes - Closed January 19, 2026
- Swadlincote - Closed January 20, 2026
- Hedge End - Closed January 21, 2026
- Penzance - Closed January 21, 2026
- Petersfield - Closed January 21, 2026
- Hedon - Closing January 28, 2026
- Thornbury Avon - Closing February 26, 2026
- Peterlee Yoden Way - Closing March 3, 2026
- Hucknall - Closing March 4, 2026
- Liverpool Breck Rd - Closing March 4, 2026
- Brigg - Closing March 5, 2026
- Caterham - Closing March 5, 2026
- Glossop - Closing March 9, 2026
- Tunstall - Closing March 9, 2026
- Houghton le Spring - Closing March 10, 2026
- Manchester Moston - Closing March 11, 2026
- Seaton - Closing March 11, 2026
- Sleaford - Closing March 12, 2026
- Wymondham - Closing March 12, 2026
- Okehampton - Closing March 25, 2026
- Camborne - Closing October 7, 2026
- Chepstow - Closing October 7, 2026
- Ryde - Closing October 7, 2026
- Birmingham - Harborne - Closing October 8, 2026
- Deal - Closing October 8, 2026
- Totton - Closing October 10, 2026
- Gorseinon - Closing October 12, 2026
- Stamford - Closing October 13, 2026
- Stoke-on-Trent - Closing October 30, 2026
Bank of Scotland Closures
- Larkhall - Closed January 8, 2026
- Bellshill - Closed January 12, 2026
- Glasgow - Anniesland - Closed January 12, 2026
- Tain - Closed January 12, 2026
- Erskine - Closed January 13, 2026
- Nairn - Closed January 20, 2026
- St Andrews - Closed January 20, 2026
- Castle Douglas - Closed January 22, 2026
- Gairloch - Closing January 29, 2026
- Alexandria - Closing March 2, 2026
- Annan - Closing March 2, 2026
- Bishopbriggs - Closing March 4, 2026
- Helensburgh - Closing March 5, 2026
- Dingwall - Closing March 25, 2026
- Largs - Closing March 25, 2026
- Grangemouth - Closing October 8, 2026
- Hawick - Closing October 7, 2026
Halifax Closures
- Middleton - Closed January 8, 2026
- Havant - Closed January 15, 2026
- London - Wandsworth - Closed January 15, 2026
- Yeovil - Closed January 12, 2026
- Seaford - Closed January 19, 2026
- Deal - Closed January 22, 2026
- Hastings - Closed January 22, 2026
- Horsforth - Closing February 24, 2026
- Skipton - Closed January 26, 2026
- Birmingham Bearwood - Closing March 2, 2026
- Peterlee - Closing March 3, 2026
- Nelson - Closing March 4, 2026
- Camborne - Closing October 7, 2026
- Buxton - Spring Gardens - Closing October 13, 2026
This extensive list highlights the widespread nature of the closures, affecting numerous towns and cities across the United Kingdom. Customers are advised to check with their local branch for specific closure dates and alternative banking arrangements.
