Shoppers across the United Kingdom are urged to take note of significant changes to trading hours at Tesco stores over the upcoming festive period. The supermarket giant has released its schedule for Christmas and New Year, with widespread alterations to standard opening times.
Key Dates and Revised Opening Times
The detailed schedule confirms that all major Tesco stores will operate under reduced hours on key dates. On Christmas Eve, stores will be open from 6am until 7pm. Smaller Tesco Express outlets will have slightly longer hours, trading from 7am to 10pm.
As expected, all Tesco supermarkets will be closed on Christmas Day. The following day, Boxing Day, will see a late start at 9am, with doors closing at 6pm. Once again, Express stores will offer extended access, remaining open until 7pm.
New Year Opening Schedule
The pattern of adjusted hours continues into the New Year period. For New Year's Eve, main stores will replicate the Christmas Eve pattern, open from 6am to 7pm. Express stores will also follow their Christmas Eve timetable of 7am to 10pm.
On New Year's Day, shoppers can visit main Tesco stores from 9am until 6pm. Tesco Express stores will open an hour earlier at 8am and stay open significantly later, until 10pm, providing ample opportunity for last-minute essentials.
Planning Your Festive Shop
These revised schedules highlight the importance of forward planning for the festive season. Customers are advised to check the exact times for their local store via the Tesco website, as there can be minor variations. The general shift sees shorter hours in main supermarkets but more generous access in the convenience-focused Express format, catering to different shopping needs during the holidays.
With these changes in place, ensuring you have all necessary supplies before the early closures on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve is crucial to avoid disappointment.
