Many people across the UK are set to enjoy a three-day weekend as Monday 25 May marks the Spring bank holiday, originally known as Whit Monday. While the holiday has Christian origins, it is now largely secular, with many spending time with family or enjoying a day off. However, supermarket staff will be among those working, and most major chains have confirmed adjusted trading hours for the day.
Aldi stores will open at 8am but close at 8pm, two hours earlier than usual. In Scotland, standard hours of 8am to 10pm are likely to apply. Lidl’s opening hours will vary; in Scotland and inside the M25 boundary, trading will be normal, while elsewhere stores are expected to open 8am to 8pm, but customers should check locally via the store finder or Lidl Plus app.
Tesco’s larger stores will generally be open from 8am to 6pm, with some until 8pm. In Scotland, larger stores operate 7am to 10pm, and in Northern Ireland 8am to 6pm. Tesco Express stores will run regular hours, typically 6am–7am opening and 10pm–midnight closing. Sainsbury’s stores will open 8am to 8pm, with Local stores open 7am to 10pm or 11pm; Scottish stores keep regular hours from around 7am to 10pm.
Morrisons stores will open between 7am and 8am, with most closing at 8pm, though some may stay open until 10pm. Asda’s larger stores will operate 8am to 10pm, with Scottish stores on regular hours; Asda Express convenience stores are often open 24/7. Waitrose hours vary, but most will run a reduced schedule of 8am to 6pm on bank holiday Monday. The Co-op expects most stores to open normal hours (7am to 10pm), but some may open later or close earlier. Iceland stores will open as usual. Customers are advised to check local store hours online before travelling.
