The upcoming May bank holiday weekend is here, offering many individuals an extra day to relax and spend time with loved ones. While it’s a great opportunity to unwind, some stores will be closed during this period, although they are not legally obligated to do so. Many shops will have reduced opening hours to allow their staff to enjoy the extended break, as per reports from the Manchester Evening News.
Major supermarkets in the UK, including Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, and Sainsbury’s, typically operate on limited hours during bank holidays. To avoid any inconvenience, it is advisable to check if your local store will be open before heading out for your Monday shopping.
Aldi has confirmed that its branches will remain open on Bank Holiday Monday, with most stores operating from 8 am to 8 pm. However, opening hours may vary by location, so customers are encouraged to verify the details on the Aldi website.
Asda has announced that most larger stores will maintain their regular hours over the bank holiday weekend, though some exceptions may apply. Customers should check the specific opening times of their local Asda branch.
Lidl has outlined its operating hours for the bank holiday, with most stores outside the M25 and in Wales open from 8 am to 8 pm. In contrast, all Scottish outlets and those within the M25 will operate as usual. Customers should confirm the opening times for their local Lidl store.
M&S has confirmed that all its stores will be open during the May bank holiday weekend, but opening hours may vary per location. Customers are advised to check the specifics for their nearest M&S store.
Morrisons stores in England and Wales will be open from 7 am to 8 pm on Bank Holiday Monday, while Scottish stores will maintain regular hours. Customers should verify the opening times of their local Morrisons branch.
Sainsbury’s plans to have the majority of its stores open from 8 am to 8 pm on Bank Holiday Monday, with convenience stores operating from 7 am to 11 pm. However, opening hours may differ, so customers are urged to check their local Sainsbury’s store details.
Tesco’s large stores in England and Wales will open from 8 am to 6 pm on Bank Holiday Monday, while Express stores will follow their usual schedule. Scottish stores will open from 7 am to 10 pm, and Northern Ireland stores from 8 am to 6 pm. Customers should confirm the opening times for their local Tesco branch.
Waitrose mentioned that some stores may have adjusted hours on Bank Holiday Monday, so customers should check the opening details for their local branch.
