Early May Bank Holiday 2026 Opening Times for Major UK Retailers
Early May Bank Holiday 2026 Opening Times for UK Retailers

The early May Bank Holiday is upon us, leading to adjusted opening hours across many UK retailers. While most stores will welcome customers on the Bank Holiday Monday, many will operate on slightly reduced schedules. This includes supermarkets, so shoppers are advised to check their local branch for precise timings, as these can differ by location.

Home Bargains

To find your nearest Home Bargains store's hours, use their Store Locator tool. The retailer states: "It provides a comprehensive list of opening times for your local store, including facilities and contact details." Most branches appear to be open on Monday, though with shortened hours from 8am to 6pm. Weekend timings remain unchanged: Saturday 8am to 8pm and Sunday 10:30am to 4:30pm.

B&M

B&M stores will be open on Bank Holiday Monday, generally adhering to standard or slightly reduced hours. While most locations are operational, customers should consult the B&M store finder to confirm specific branch hours. Many stores listed on the finder indicate they will maintain their usual working hours.

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Next

Next also offers a store locator on its website, enabling customers to verify the opening hours of their nearest branch. Many outlets will be open on Monday with normal hours, though this may vary by store and type. Additionally, customers can enjoy browsing only for the first 30 minutes on Sundays and Bank Holidays.

B&Q

B&Q stores across the UK typically maintain standard opening hours during the early May Bank Holiday, usually from 7am to 8pm. While most branches will be open, it is strongly recommended to check your local store's hours using the B&Q Store Finder tool to avoid any inconvenience.

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