Tesco has brought back its Christmas markets in over 160 stores across the UK, offering food and drink samples in the run-up to the festive season. The pop-up markets launched on November 7 and will run until December 18 at 164 selected Tesco Extra and Superstore locations, with stalls set up in store car parks.
Participating brands include Cadbury, Tassimo, Pepsi, Lurpak and McCain, giving shoppers the chance to sample their products during Christmas shopping. The markets also feature goodie bags, offering treats to customers who buy two or more participating products.
What to expect at the markets
A message on the supermarket's website reads: "Our free Christmas Market is heading to a store near you. Join us for free food and drink samples plus festive inspiration to perfect your Christmas celebrations with family and friends."
Among the stores joining the initiative are Waltham Abbey Superstore, Hemel Hempstead Extra, Stevenage Broadwater Superstore, Redcar Superstore, Eston Cleveland Extra in Middlesbrough, Cambridge Milton Superstore, High Wycombe Loudwater Superstore, Borehamwood Extra, Watford Extra, Bedford Extra, and York Extra.
Brands and opening hours
Tesco also said customers will have the chance to sample products from Schweppes, Gu, J2O, Aperol Spritz To-Go, Brewdog, Quality Street, Hardys, Bendicks, Toffifee, Tassimo, Purina Gourmet, Bavaria 0.0 Original, McCain, Jam Shed, and Lurpak.
The markets will be open from 11.30am to 7pm Monday to Saturday, and from 11.30am to 4pm on Sunday, but Tesco warned that hours may vary and is urging customers to check its website.
Win a £250 gift card
Shoppers are invited to post photos taken at one of the Tesco markets on Instagram using the hashtag #HelpingYouBecomeMoreChristmas for a chance to win a £250 gift card. A full list of participating stores can be found at www.tescochristmas.com/.
