Fast food fans wondering if McDonald's will be open over the August bank holiday can rest assured that the majority of branches will operate as normal on Monday, 25 August. The chain has more than 1,400 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, but around 80% are franchised, meaning opening hours can vary by location.
Customers are advised to check the opening times of their local branch using the restaurant locator tool before travelling to avoid disappointment. Some outlets may close or reduce hours on the bank holiday, though typical schedules can be seen in several UK towns.
For example, the McDonald's in Leicester Square, London, is open from 5am to 2.45am every day, including bank holiday Monday. Branches in Liverpool Lord Street and Cardiff Newport Road are open 24 hours, while Manchester Piccadilly Gardens serves customers from 6am until midnight.
McDonald's recently added the Big Arch burger to UK menus for the first time. Priced at £7.99 for a single or £9.99 for a medium meal, it features two beef patties, white cheddar, crispy and fresh onions, lettuce, pickles, and Big Arch sauce. Also new is the Jaffa Cakes McFlurry, made with soft dairy ice cream, chocolate-covered shortcake pieces, and orange sauce.
Other returning items include Spicy Chicken McNuggets, the Fajita Chicken One wrap, Chilli Cheese Bites, and the Milky Way McFlurry. The Fajita Chicken One contains creamy fajita sauce, tomato salsa, onions, cheese, and lettuce in a toasted tortilla with a choice of crispy or grilled chicken.
