All supermarket opening times for the Early May Bank Holiday Monday, from Tesco to Aldi

As the UK approaches the Early May Bank Holiday on 4 May and the Spring Bank Holiday on 25 May, major supermarkets have announced adjusted opening hours to accommodate shoppers during these public holidays. Most large stores will operate reduced hours, generally opening between 7am or 8am and closing between 6pm and 8pm. Smaller convenience and express stores often maintain longer hours, with some locations staying open until late evening or even 24 hours in certain cases. Sainsbury’s, Asda, Aldi, and Lidl are set to open from 8am to 8pm on both bank holidays, with Lidl stores in Greater London extending hours until 10pm. Tesco will operate from 8am to 6pm, while its Express stores typically maintain normal hours, usually from 6am to 11pm. Marks & Spencer stores will open from 9am to 6pm, though outlets in travel hubs and garages are expected to follow their usual schedules. Waitrose branches will generally open from 8am to 6pm, with Little Waitrose convenience stores remaining open until 10 or 11pm. Other retailers such as Co-op and Morrisons will also adjust their hours, with main stores open from 8am to 8pm and 7am to 8pm respectively. Their smaller convenience outlets tend to stay open later, often until 10pm or 11pm. Iceland will operate from 8am to 7pm on both holidays. These changes reflect the typical pattern of reduced hours during bank holidays, balancing customer demand with staff availability. The adjustments are significant for consumers planning barbecues, family gatherings, or weekend getaways during the long weekends, ensuring they can shop accordingly without inconvenience. Awareness of these altered hours helps avoid last-minute trips to closed stores and supports smoother holiday preparations. With two bank holidays in May, these schedules also highlight the ongoing impact of public holidays on retail operations across the UK.