Supermarkets across the UK will operate reduced hours on August Bank Holiday Monday, with Tesco closing four hours earlier than usual in England and Wales. Shoppers are being encouraged to plan ahead to avoid inconvenience, especially for essential purchases.
Opening times can vary by branch, so shoppers are advised to check their local store’s hours before heading out. Tesco and Marks and Spencer have confirmed they will close earlier on Monday, August 31.
Tesco and M&S reduced hours
The majority of large Tesco stores across England and Wales are expected to open from 8am until 6pm. Tesco stores usually operate from 6am until 10pm, meaning the retailer will be closing four hours earlier on Monday. However, Tesco Express stores generally keep their usual opening hours. In Scotland and Northern Ireland, times can vary, with many branches expected to open as normal.
M&S is expected to operate on reduced opening hours at many stores, with branches typically closing between 6pm and 8pm. Opening times will vary across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on August Bank Holiday Monday. Some stores will operate reduced hours, while others will remain open later.
For example, the Wrexham store in Wales will open from 8am to 6pm, while the Foyleside store in Northern Ireland will open from 9am to 6pm. A Glasgow store is listed as open from 9am to 10pm. Customers are advised to check the opening hours of their local M&S before travelling.
Sainsbury's, Waitrose and Morrisons
The vast majority of Sainsbury’s supermarkets in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will be open from 7am to 8pm on August Bank Holiday Monday. Smaller Sainsbury’s convenience stores are expected to operate as usual, generally opening from 7am to 11pm. However, opening times can vary by branch, so shoppers should check their local store before heading out.
Most Waitrose supermarkets are expected to open from around 8am to 6pm. Meanwhile, Little Waitrose stores generally operate their normal hours, although this can vary depending on the branch. The handful of Waitrose stores in Wales will operate reduced hours of 8am to 6pm on August Bank Holiday Monday. Opening hours in Scotland and Northern Ireland vary by branch, so customers should check their local store before travelling.
Most Morrisons supermarkets are expected to be open from 7am to 8pm on August Bank Holiday Monday. However, Morrisons stores in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland may have different opening hours. Customers are advised to check their local branch before travelling, as times depend on the store.
Lidl and Aldi
Opening times are expected to vary at Lidl stores across the UK, with some stores operating reduced hours from 8am to 8pm, while others will remain open until 10pm. Lidl stores in Scotland appear to be operating as normal. For example, Glasgow branches are showing 8am–10pm on Monday, August 31. In Wales, opening hours vary, with some stores operating from 8am to 8pm. In Northern Ireland, Lidl stores are expected to open from 9am to 9pm on August Bank Holiday Monday.
Many Aldi stores are expected to open from around 8am to 8pm, although opening hours can differ, particularly in Scotland. Aldi stores in Wales will open from 8am to 8pm on August Bank Holiday Monday. Stores in Scotland and Northern Ireland will operate their usual opening hours. Opening times can vary by individual store, so shoppers are advised to check their local branch before travelling.
