What time are supermarkets open on May bank holiday - including Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Lidl, Sainsbury's etc.

This weekend is the early May bank holiday, which means many supermarkets across the region could be changing their opening hours for the long weekend.

While most will still be open, many will be operating on reduced hours compared to its usual schedule.

We have taken a look at the supermarkets that have confirmed their open times so you can plan your shopping trip in time.

Here are the open times for Aldi, Asda, Tesco and more!

Aldi

Aldi has shared its quietest shopping times for stores in the West Midlands and Shropshire ahead of the early May bank holiday.

Shoppers are advised to visit either 8–9am or 7–10pm, when stores are likely to be less busy.

For the holiday weekend:

• Fri 1 May & Sat 2 May: 8am–10pm
• Sun 3 May: 10am–4pm
• Mon 4 May (bank holiday): 8am–8pm

Customers are also encouraged to check individual store hours online, as timings may vary slightly by location.

Rachel Geary, Communications Director at Aldi UK, said: “Bank holiday weekends are a great opportunity to get together with family and friends and enjoy delicious food - whether that’s hosting a garden get-together or heading off on a trip with plenty of snacks in tow.

“At Aldi, we’ve made it easy for shoppers to pick up everything they need at unbeatable value, so they can focus on making the most of the long weekend.”

Asda

Most Asda supermarkets are expected to keep their regular Monday opening hours, typically running from 8am to either 7pm or 8pm. Some stores may also operate 24 hours as usual.

You can check your local store’s exact opening times using the online store finder.

Tesco

Large Tesco stores will operate under their usual opening hours over the weekend. On bank holiday Monday, big Tesco supermarkets will be open from 8am to 6pm.

You can check exact times for your nearest store using the online store finder.

Lidl

Across England and Wales, Lidl stores are expected to run reduced hours, typically opening from 8am to 8pm.

You can check exact times for your local store using the online store finder.

Sainsbury's

Most Sainsbury's stores will be open on bank holiday Monday from 8am to 8pm. Smaller convenience branches are expected to keep their usual hours, typically 7am to 11pm.

You can check your local store’s exact opening times using the online store finder.

Morrisons

Most stores are expected to open between 7am and 8pm, closing a little earlier than usual. Petrol stations will generally operate from 8am to 10pm, although hours may vary by location.

You can check your local opening times using the online store finder.

Waitrose

Most Waitrose supermarkets will operate slightly reduced hours, typically 8am to 8pm. Smaller Little Waitrose stores are expected to open longer, usually from 7am to 10pm.

You can check your local store’s exact opening times using the online store finder.

M&S

The retailer usually runs reduced opening hours over the May Bank Holiday, with stores generally opening around 8:30am. Larger branches typically close at 6pm, although some smaller Foodhalls may remain open later.

You can check your local store’s exact opening times using the online store finder.