Tesco to Sainsbury’s: Supermarket Opening Times for Bank Holiday Monday

Bank Holiday Monday Supermarket Opening Hours: Full List for Tesco, Asda, Aldi, and More

As the UK gears up for the spring bank holiday on Monday 26 May, many Britons are preparing to enjoy a well-earned extra day off. With banks, schools, government offices, and many businesses closed, it’s the perfect time to relax or catch up on errands.

However, supermarket opening hours will vary, and some may close earlier than usual. To help you avoid any inconvenience, here’s a full guide to the UK’s major supermarket opening hours this Bank Holiday Monday:

 Asda

• Most stores open as normal
• Some locations may close early at 5pm
• Check your local Asda’s hours here

"Asda will open as normal on Monday" – PA Wire

 

Co-op

• Open as usual across most locations
• Convenience stores typically open from 7am to 10pm
• Check your local Co-op store here

 

Aldi

• England & Wales: Open from 8am to 8pm
• Scotland: Open until 10pm as usual
• Find your local Aldi hours here

"Some Aldi supermarkets will close at 8pm on Monday" – PA Archive

 

 Lidl

• Most stores open from 8am to 10pm
• Some locations may close at 8pm
• Check your local store here

Waitrose

• Opening hours will vary
• Some Little Waitrose shops open 7am to 10pm
• Confirm store times here

"Waitrose opening hours will vary on Monday with some stores open until 10pm" – iStock

 Sainsbury’s

• Larger stores open from 8am to 8pm
• Sainsbury’s Local stores open until 11pm
• Check specific store hours here

Tesco

• Most Tesco supermarkets open 8am to 6pm
• Tesco Express stores may have extended hours

Morrisons

• Scottish stores: Open as usual
• Other UK stores: Open from 7am to 8pm

 Plan Ahead

While many supermarkets remain open this Bank Holiday, reduced hours and local variations mean it’s always best to check your nearest store online before heading out. Enjoy the long weekend—and shop smart!