The bank holiday weekend affects supermarket opening hours (Picture: Getty/PA)
The sixth bank holiday of the year falls on Monday, August 26, and spells a relaxed long weekend for most people.
But UK weather is not playing ball as the much-waited long weekend is set to be a washout in parts of the country after Storm Lilian. Supermarkets are still likely to be busy as people stock up on treats even if it’s not barbeque weather.
Friday was unsettled as powerful winds battered the UK, prompting the Met Office to issue yellow weather warnings.
Fortunately, most major retailers are staying open, though hours may differ from normal in some places. Here’s our guide to these changes.
Most Tesco supermarkets are likely to be open (Picture: Getty Images)
Supermarket opening hours on August bank holiday
Many supermarket stores will be open during their normal hours, though shoppers are advised to check with their local branch beforehand.
Some – particularly larger branches – will open later and/or close earlier so employees can finish earlier or start later to enjoy the bank holiday.
Supermarket opening hours on August 26
These include:
Sainsbury’s – The stores are believed to be open as usual on Monday, but you can check your local store opening hours online
Tesco – Supermarkets are likely to stick to the regular hours over the weekend, while superstores and large Express stores have reduced hours. Check your local store opening hours online
Asda – Asda has not confirmed when its stores are open on the bank holiday, but its usual Sunday superstore opening hours are from 10am or 11am until 4pm or 5pm. Check your local store opening times online
Morrisons – Most stores will be open, but smaller shops might closer early. Check local store opening times online
Waitrose – Most shops will be open, but they will have shorter hours on Monday from 10am until 4pm. Check local store opening times online
Aldi – Shops in England and Wales will be open from 8am to 8pm, while stores in Scotland will close at 10pm. Check local opening times online
Lidl – The opening hours will vary depending if you’re in London – from 8am until 10pm – or elsewhere in England and Wales, when the stores will close at 8pm. Check your local store opening hours online
Co-Op – Opening times vary by location, with shoppers able to check their local opening times online
Costa Coffee shops are set to open over the bank holiday, though opening times will vary between the more than 2,500 branches.
Those looking to tackle some DIY will be pleased to know Homebase shops will be open, but you can check the exact times for your local store here as hours might differ and be reduced.
This article was first published on May 24, 2024.
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