With the New Year upon us, many will be making last-minute grocery runs or stocking up on essentials, and it’s important to know the opening hours of local supermarkets on January 1, 2025. While the celebrations may be over, shopping routines will be back on track for the New Year. Here’s what to expect from some of the major supermarket chains operating across the UK.
Tesco has varied hours based on the location of the store. On December 31, Tesco Extras and superstores will open from 5 am to 7 pm, and local stores will operate from 6 am to 10 pm. On New Year’s Day, the superstores will be open from 8 am to 6 pm, and Express stores will serve their customers from 8 am to 10 pm.
ASDA, known for their affordability, will have reduced hours during this festive period. On December 31, ASDA opens from 7 am to 7 pm, and on New Year’s Day, customers can visit the store from 9 am to 6 pm.
For Sainsbury’s, normal operating hours will resume the following day, January 2. Customers can visit on December 31 from 10 am to 7 pm, with local stores offering extended hours from 6 am to 9 pm. On January 1, Sainsbury’s stores will be open from 8 am to 8 pm, and convenience stores will be available until 9 pm.
Both Aldi and Lidl will close early on New Year’s Eve and remain closed on New Year’s Day. Aldi’s stores will close at 6 pm on December 31 and will not reopen until January 2; Lidl’s specifics indicate openings for locations inside the M25 from 10 am to 6 pm, but stores outside the M25 will not open at all.
For Morrisons, hours are as follows: December 31, open from 6 am to 7 pm, and on January 1, the door will open again at 9 am, closing at 6 pm. Marks & Spencer stores will close at 7 pm on December 31 and stay shuttered on New Year’s Day, providing their employees with time off. Meanwhile, Waitrose will mostly close as well, with some service station locations remaining open, so customers are advised to verify local store openings.
Iceland offers more flexibility with varied hours, as most branches will operate on reduced hours, yet some may be entirely closed on January 1. Shoppers should verify their local store’s hours via the Iceland website.
Typically, the adjusted hours reflect the stores’ respect for both customer needs and their employees’ holiday time, ensuring everyone has the chance to enjoy the festivities. Here is a quick recap of the New Year’s Day supermarket hours:
- Tesco: Superstores 8 am - 6 pm, Express stores 8 am - 10 pm
- ASDA: 9 am - 6 pm
- Sainsbury’s: 8 am - 8 pm (convenience stores until 9 pm)
- Aldi: CLOSED
- Lidl: Inside M25: 10 am - 6 pm; Outside M25: CLOSED
- Morrisons: 9 am - 6 pm
- Marks & Spencer: CLOSED
- Waitrose: Mostly CLOSED
- Iceland: Reduced hours, verify locally
With these hours, shoppers can make informed decisions about their shopping plans and should account for the closures on New Year’s Day. It’s always beneficial to check online for the most up-to-date information on opening hours and adjustments specific to their location. Knowing when stores are open will help consumers prepare adequately and avoid those disappointing closed doors.
Whether it’s stocking up on festive leftovers or picking up essentials, planning around the New Year’s Day store hours will help everyone kick off 2025 on the right foot!