Several high-street retailers across England and Wales will close their doors for 24 hours as part of the Easter holiday. Major names, including Tesco, Aldi, and Primark, will halt operations on Easter Sunday. This action aims to provide employees with a day off to observe the holiday.
Key Retailers Closing for Easter
As the Easter holiday approaches, customers are advised to plan their shopping accordingly. Notable retailers that will close include:
- Tesco: All stores will be closed on Easter Sunday, except for larger outlets in Scotland. On Easter Monday, most stores will operate from 8 am to 6 pm.
- Aldi: Most stores will close for Easter Sunday but will be open on Saturday from 8 am to 9 pm and on Easter Monday from 8 am to 8 pm.
- Primark: All stores in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will be closed on Easter Sunday, with about 190 branches in operation nationwide.
- Sainsbury’s: Most locations will shut on Easter Sunday; however, some branches in Scotland will remain open.
- Morrisons: Majority closed on Easter Sunday, with select Scottish stores expected to stay open.
- Co-op: Convenience stores will remain open throughout the weekend, operating between 7 am and 10 pm.
Fashion and Household Retailers
Other high-street names will also be closing:
- B&M: Most stores will shut on Easter Sunday, with normal trading resuming afterward.
- Home Bargains: Approximately 560 stores in England and Wales will close, though around 70 in Scotland will remain open.
- IKEA: All UK stores will close on Easter Sunday, with variable hours during other days.
Fast Food and Specialty Shops
In the food sector, several chains will either close or adjust hours:
- Greggs: Many outlets will close, although some at petrol stations may operate on reduced hours.
- Waitrose: Expected to operate with limited hours on Easter Sunday, with precise details to be confirmed.
During this closure period, customers are encouraged to verify the hours of their local branches through official websites to avoid any inconvenience. With several retailers shutting down, effective planning is essential for those needing to make urgent purchases leading into this holiday weekend.
