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Are shops open on the August bank holiday? Summer retail times revealed for Monday 26
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YOU might be keen to know when your favourite retailer is open over the long weekend.
If you look forward to hitting the shops over the August bank holiday, these are the key details you need to be aware of.
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The August bank holiday falls on Monday, August 26 this year.
Stores are open as usual on Saturday, August 24 and Sunday, August 25.
Tesco bank holiday opening times
Tesco is always popular on a bank holiday weekend as shoppers look to snap up clubcard deals, before their favourite items sell out.
The supermarket's branches operate normal trading hours on Saturday and Sunday.
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Bear in mind, Express stores' opening hours tend to be different to larger Superstores though.
On August 26, most large stores in England, Wales, and Scotland will be open from 8am to 6pm.
Most large stores in Northern Ireland open as usual, alongside Express stores.
The best thing to do is check your local branch's opening hours by visiting www.tesco.com/store-locator.
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Asda bank holiday opening times
Asda stores are open during the bank holiday weekend.
However, your local store's hours may differ depending on location.
On August 24, typical store hours will be in place, meaning larger shops generally open their doors between 6am and 10pm or 7am and 11pm on Saturdays.
And Sunday hours are usually 11am until 5pm, or 10am until 4pm.
On the bank holiday Monday, many stores operate at reduced hours and close at 10pm.
Meanwhile, Express stores open as usual, which is typically between 6am until 12am.
Shoppers are still advised to use the store locator tool on Asda's website to check their local shop's opening hours.
Aldi bank holiday opening times
If you're looking for a bargain, then few supermarkets are cheaper than Aldi.
Which? has given Aldi the accolade of Cheapest Supermarket of the Year for three years - and says in 2024 it has been the best value every month.
Aldi has confirmed standard opening hours across its branches will apply on Saturday, August 24 and Sunday, August 25.
Stores in England and Wales will then open until 8pm on August 26 while Scottish branches will close at 10pm as normal.
As always, check the supermarket's website to know when your local store will be open.
You can find the tool on Aldi's website and just have to enter your postcode or town.
Lidl bank holiday opening times
Lidl has been a high-street favourite for years and its cheap prices allow shoppers to buy more for less.
The budget supermarket's branches open as normal on Saturday, August 24, and Sunday, August 25.
On August 26, stores in England and Wales and outside the M25 are open from 8am to 8pm.
Inside the M25, branches are open between 8am and 10pm.
Stores in Scotland are open as normal on August 26.
The budget supermarket's opening times can differ based on your location, so it's a good idea to use the Lidl store finder tool on their website to prevent any unnecessary trips.
Co-op bank holiday opening times
Co-op stores are open throughout the weekend, including the bank holiday Monday.
Opening hours may vary, though, so make sure to check ahead.
Co-op shops typically welcome shoppers from 6am or 7am until 11pm on most days.
Morrisons bank holiday opening times
Morrisons stores will open from 6am to 10pm on Saturday, and the usual Sunday opening times of 10am to 4pm on the bank holiday weekend.
On the bank holiday, opening times will be reduced from 7am until 8pm in larger stores.
Smaller McColl's stores - which are now part of the Morrisons brand - are expected to stay open as usual on Monday.
Morrisons Daily are also likely to stay open as usual, but it's best to check the store locator for your nearest Morrisons bank holiday opening times.
Iceland bank holiday opening times
Iceland stores are trading as usual on August 24 and 25, and shops are also open on the bank holiday Monday too.
Most stores are usually open from 7am or 8am until 7pm, and in some cities, they are open until 9pm.
However, hours might vary depending on where you are in the country.
Sainsbury's bank holiday opening times
Sainsbury's will be staying open to serve hungry customers over the bank holiday weekend.
Bank holiday weekends are big business for supermarkets, as shoppers flock to the shops to buy food for parties and BBQs.
Sainsbury's hasn't confirmed its bank holiday opening times, but it is thought to be opening as usual on Monday, August 26.
Opening times for local stories can vary, so check Sainsbury's website for more information.
Marks and Spencer bank holiday opening times
M&S has made a name for itself due to its high-end food and fashion-forward clothing.
The retailer's stores are open as usual on Saturday, August 24, Sunday, August 25, 2024.
That's because these are normal weekend days, so the typical Saturday and Sunday opening times apply.
On a Sunday there are limits on how long some stores can be open, depending on their size.
This is due to Sunday trading laws. Though in some shops you can browse for a period of time before tills open to make sales.
On Monday, August 26 the majority of stores will be open between 8am and 8pm.
However, a small number of stores will be open between 9am and 6pm.
Opening times at M&S stores vary so it's also always best to check your local store to avoid disappointment.
Home Bargains bank holiday opening times
Most stores are open from 8am until 8pm on weekdays and Saturdays and from 10am or 11am until 4pm or 5pm on Sundays.
During bank holidays, however, opening hours can change from normal.
For example, stores in England and Wales are typically open between 9am and 6pm on Monday, August 26.
Meanwhile, stores in Scotland are open as usual.
Normal trading hours are also in place for all stores on Saturday, August 24, and Sunday, August 25.
Use the retailer's store locator to find out what time your local branch is opening and closing.
Waitrose bank holiday opening times
For 2024 the summer bank holiday falls on Monday, August 26.
Most Waitrose stores are open on this day, but they are reducing heir usual hours.
The vast majority of Waitrose shops have shorter opening times on bank holiday Monday and will be open from 10am to 4pm.
All Waitrose stores in Shell petrol stations and Welcome Break motorway services may also have different opening times.
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B&Q bank holiday opening times
B&Q shoppers hoping to do some DIY are in luck as stores open for usual business hours on the late August bank holiday.
However, opening hours often differ from one branch to another depending on where you are located.
Sites open at either 7am or 8am, and close at 8pm on bank holiday Monday.
Ikea bank holiday opening times
Ikea's stores in England, Wales and Northern Ireland open as usual on bank holiday Monday.
But it's important to be aware that opening hours can vary.
If you're planning a trip, it's best to find your local store opening times on its website.
Just enter your postcode into its store locator tool to find your nearest branch.
Homebase bank holiday opening times
Homebase stores are open on the August bank holiday, but business hours vary from store to store.
Many are open from 8am on weekdays and Saturdays and from 10am or 11am on Sundays.
Shoppers can use the retailer's store locater to find information regarding local Homebase opening hours.
Screwfix bank holiday opening times
Screwfix is open on most public holidays, including the August bank holiday.
Most are operating between 7am and 8pm on August 26.
To find your nearest store and its opening hours, the best bet is to use Screwfix's store locator.
Wickes bank holiday opening times
Wickes stores are open as usual on Saturday, August 24, and Sunday, August 25.
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However, the home improvement retailer has different opening times over the August bank holiday on August 26.
You can check the retailer's store locator tool on its website to find out what time your local branch is open.
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