The Early May Bank Holiday on May 4, 2026, is giving people across the UK a welcome long weekend. If you’re planning shopping, BBQs, or last-minute grocery runs, knowing store timings can save you time and stress.
According to Beyond Time News, most major supermarkets across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland are operating on reduced hours today, while Scotland and the Isle of Man are following extended schedules.
General Opening Hours
Most large supermarkets and Express stores are open from 8am to 6pm today.
In Scotland and the Isle of Man, many stores are open longer, typically from 7am to 10pm.
Supermarket Opening Times
Tesco
- 4 May: 8am – 6pm
- 25 May: 8am – 8pm
- Tesco Express: Usually open 6am – 11pm
Sainsbury’s
- 4 May: 8am – 8pm
- 25 May: 8am – 8pm
- Sainsbury’s Local: 7am – 11pm
Aldi
- 4 May: 8am – 8pm
- 25 May: 8am – 8pm
Waitrose
- 4 May: 9am – 6pm
- 25 May: 9am – 6pm
- Little Waitrose: Open until 10pm–11pm
Morrisons
- 4 May: 7am – 8pm
- 25 May: 7am – 8pm
Iceland
- 4 May: 8am – 7pm
- 25 May: 8am – 7pm
Asda
- 4 May: 8am – 8pm
- 25 May: 8am – 8pm
- Asda Express: Many open 24 hours or late-night
Marks & Spencer (M&S)
- 4 May: 9am – 6pm
- 25 May: 8am – 8pm
- Travel hub stores: Normal hours
Lidl
- 4 May: 8am – 8pm (some London stores till 10pm)
- 25 May: 8am – 8pm (some London stores till 10pm)
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Why This Holiday Matters
The Early May Bank Holiday marks the arrival of spring and offers a much-needed break. It’s one of two bank holidays in May, both falling on Mondays—giving people a long weekend to relax, shop, or travel.
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