The Spring Bank Holiday in May offers a valuable opportunity for relaxation and socializing. Many will take advantage of this long weekend to unwind or plan outings with friends and family. However, it’s essential to note that various supermarkets will adjust their hours to allow staff some extra time off. Unlike Christmas or Easter, there are no official regulations mandating closures for this holiday, leading many supermarkets to operate on modified schedules.
Supermarket Hours for the Spring Bank Holiday 2026
Several major supermarkets have disclosed their opening hours for the Spring Bank Holiday 2026. Customers are encouraged to verify the operational hours of their local stores before planning a visit. Below is a summary of confirmed supermarket hours:
Aldi
- Open: 8am – 8pm on Bank Holiday Monday
- Note: Hours may vary; check local store.
Asda
- Open: Most larger stores open at regular hours.
- Example Hours:
- Asda Eastlands: Saturday 12am – 10pm, Sunday 11am – 5pm, Monday 8am – 10pm
- Asda Longsight: Saturday 7am – 9pm, Sunday 11am – 5pm, Monday 8am – 9pm
Lidl
- Open: 8am – 8pm on Bank Holiday Monday (most stores outside M25).
- Example Hours:
- Lidl Piccadilly Gardens: Saturday 7am – 10pm, Sunday 11am – 5pm, Monday 8am – 8pm
- Lidl Fitzwarren Street, Salford: Saturday 8am – 10pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm, Monday 8am – 8pm
Marks & Spencer (M&S)
- Open: All stores operating over the bank holiday.
- Example Hours:
- M&S Manchester Market Street: Saturday 8am – 8pm, Sunday 11.30am – 5.30pm, Monday 8am – 8pm
- M&S Chorlton-cum-Hardy: Saturday 7am – 9pm, Sunday 8am – 8pm, Monday 8am – 8pm
Morrisons
- Open: 7am – 8pm on Bank Holiday Monday (England and Wales).
- Example Hours:
- Morrisons Oldham: Saturday 7am – 10pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm, Monday 7am – 8pm
- Morrisons Cheadle Heath: Saturday 7am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm, Monday 7am – 8pm
Sainsbury’s
- Open: 8am – 8pm on Bank Holiday Monday (majority of stores).
- Example Hours:
- Sainsbury’s Heaton Park: Saturday 7am – 10pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm, Monday 8am – 8pm
- Sainsbury’s Sale: Saturday 7am – 10pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm, Monday 8am – 8pm
Tesco
- Open: 8am – 6pm on Bank Holiday Monday (most large stores in England and Wales).
- Example Hours:
- Tesco Failsworth Extra: Saturday 6am – 11pm, Sunday 11am – 5pm, Monday 8am – 6pm
- Tesco Stalybridge Superstore: Saturday 6am – midnight, Sunday 10am – 4pm, Monday 8am – 6pm
Waitrose
- Note: Some stores may have reduced opening hours on Bank Holiday Monday; check local store for details.
As the Spring Bank Holiday approaches, ensuring you are informed about supermarket hours will help in planning your shopping trips effectively. Enjoy your long weekend!
