As the Easter bank holiday weekend approaches in 2026, shoppers are eagerly preparing for festive meals and gatherings. Tesco stands ready to cater to all your culinary needs with a comprehensive range of food offerings and convenient shopping options. Whether you're stocking up on hot cross buns, Easter eggs, or ingredients for a traditional lunch, knowing the supermarket's trading hours and available deals can streamline your planning process.
Tesco's Easter Weekend Opening Hours
To help you navigate the bank holiday, here are the detailed opening times for Tesco stores across the UK. Always verify with your local store via Tesco's online locator for the most accurate information.
Good Friday (3 April 2026)
In England, Wales, and the Isle of Man, most large Tesco stores will operate from 6am to 10pm. Large stores in Scotland and Northern Ireland will maintain their standard hours. Large Express stores will also be open from 6am to 10pm, with no alterations for standard Express outlets.
Saturday (4 April 2026)
The majority of Tesco locations will adhere to their regular Saturday schedules. It is advisable to check specific times online to avoid any surprises.
Easter Sunday (5 April 2026)
Large stores and large Express stores in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will be closed. However, standard Express stores will trade as usual. In Scotland, large stores will follow normal hours, while Isle of Man stores will open from 8am to 10pm.
Easter Monday (6 April 2026)
Most Tesco shops will open from 8am to 6pm. Large stores in Northern Ireland will extend hours from 8am to 8pm, and Scottish large stores will keep their usual times. Large Express stores generally run from 8am to 6pm, with standard Express stores unchanged.
Delivery Services for Easter
Tesco offers delivery slots until 12 April 2026, ensuring your groceries arrive during the school holidays. For last-minute needs, the Whoosh same-day delivery service is available, providing flexibility for urgent purchases.
Best Deals on Tesco Easter Food
Tesco is rolling out enticing promotions, particularly for Clubcard members, to make your Easter feast both delicious and affordable.
- Centrepiece Savings: Enjoy half-price offers on key items like whole shoulder lamb joint (reduced from £14.90 per kg to £7.45 per kg), half lamb shoulder (£15 per kg to £7.50 per kg), large pork shoulder joint (£5 per kg to £2.50 per kg), and unsmoked or smoked boneless gammon joints (£7 per kg to £3.50 per kg).
- Vegetable and Trimmings Deals: Tesco's "cheapest product free" promotion on selected vegetables allows you to combine items like crispy roast potatoes (£2.60) and red cabbage and apple (£2.75) to receive a green vegetable medley (£2.25) at no cost. Additionally, two selected finest meat products are available for £5 with a Clubcard, such as gluten-free British pork cocktail sausages and pork sausage meat, saving £1.75.
- Beverage Discounts: Clubcard holders can save 25% on selected wines when purchasing six or more bottles. Individual bottle deals include La Vieille Ferme rosé wine (down from £8.75 to £7.25), Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc (from £11.75 to £9.50), and Freixenet prosecco (from £12.50 to £8.50). For spirit lovers, Tanqueray London dry gin is offered at £23.50, reduced from £30.
With these detailed opening hours and exclusive deals, Tesco ensures a seamless and economical Easter shopping experience. Remember to check local store times and take advantage of Clubcard offers to maximise your savings this bank holiday weekend.
