As the Easter bank holiday weekend approaches in 2026, shoppers across the UK are preparing for potential changes to supermarket opening hours. Major retailers like Aldi, Sainsbury's, and Tesco have announced adjusted schedules for Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday, with variations depending on location and store type.
Key Supermarket Opening Times for Easter 2026
Here is a detailed breakdown of the opening hours for leading supermarkets during the Easter weekend. Note that times may vary by individual store, so it is advisable to check locally for confirmation.
Aldi
Aldi will implement specific changes: Good Friday from 8am to 9pm, Easter Saturday from 8am to 9pm, Easter Sunday closed, and Easter Monday from 8am to 8pm.
Asda
Asda stores will operate from 7am to 10pm on Good Friday and Easter Saturday, be closed on Easter Sunday, and open from 8am to 10pm on Easter Monday.
Co-Op
Co-Op supermarkets will follow similar hours: 7am to 10pm on Good Friday and Easter Saturday, closed on Easter Sunday (though convenience stores may open from 7am to 10pm), and 7am to 10pm on Easter Monday.
Marks & Spencer
M&S advises customers to check individual stores, but based on last year's pattern, expect Good Friday from 8am to 8pm, no announced changes for Easter Saturday, closure on Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday from 8am to 8pm.
Morrisons
Morrisons hours vary: most stores open 7am to 10pm on Good Friday, no changes announced for Easter Saturday, closed on Easter Sunday in England and Wales (open as normal in Scotland), and 7am to 8pm on Easter Monday in England and Wales (open as normal in Scotland).
Tesco
Tesco has complex schedules: Good Friday from 6am to 10pm in England, Wales, and Isle of Man (open as normal in Scotland and Northern Ireland), with large Express stores 6am to 10pm and standard Express stores open as normal. Easter Saturday has no announced changes. Easter Sunday is closed in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, open 8am to 10pm in Isle of Man, open as normal in Scotland, closed for large Express stores, and open as normal for standard Express stores. Easter Monday is 8am to 6pm in England, Wales, and Isle of Man, 8am to 8pm in Northern Ireland, open as normal in Scotland, 8am to 6pm for large Express stores, and open as normal for standard Express stores.
Waitrose
Waitrose will have reduced hours: Good Friday open with reduced hours (typically 8am to 8pm last year), no changes announced for Easter Saturday, closed on Easter Sunday (with select Little Waitrose stores open), and Easter Monday open with reduced hours (typically 8am to 8pm last year).
Iceland
Iceland will maintain normal trading hours on Good Friday (except shopping centre stores), normal hours on Easter Saturday, closed on Easter Sunday (except in Scotland), and normal hours on Easter Monday (except shopping centre stores).
Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's will open from 7am to 11pm on Good Friday and Easter Saturday (with convenience stores at normal hours), be closed on Easter Sunday (open as normal in Scotland), and operate from 8am to 8pm on Easter Monday (with convenience stores at normal hours).
Planning Your Easter Shopping
With many supermarkets closed on Easter Sunday, especially in England and Wales, it is crucial to plan ahead. Shoppers should verify local store hours, as exceptions may apply for convenience stores, locations in Scotland, and specific bank holiday regulations. This guide aims to help you navigate the weekend smoothly, ensuring you have all essentials for the festive period.
