May bank holiday opening times revealed as Tesco, Waitrose & Lidl announce plans (2024)

6th May 2024, 00:00By Allan Glen

What other bank holidays are there?

Abank holiday is a national public holidayin the UK and the Crown Dependencies, and in the Republic of Ireland.

They were first introduced by banker,politicianand scientific writer Sir John Lubbock, who drafted the Bank Holiday Act in 1871 – which was repealed and replaced by theBankingand Financial Dealings Act 1971.

The May bank holiday isn’t the only bank holiday in 2024.

Below are the bank holidays that those living in England and Wales can look forward to in 2024:

• May 27, 2024 – Spring bank holiday
• August 26, 2024 – Summer bank holiday
• December 25, 2024 –ChristmasDay
• December 26, 2024 – Boxing Day

6th May 2024, 23:00By Allan Glen

Scotland Bank Holidays

• May 27, 2024 – Spring bank holiday
• August 5, 2024 – Summer bank holiday
• December 2, 2024 –St Andrew’s Day
• December 25, 2024 –Christmas Day
• December 26, 2024 –Boxing Day

6th May 2024, 22:00By Allan Glen

Will Wetherspoons be open over the bank holiday weekend?

MostWetherspoonspubs are open today, but opening hours vary from branch to branch.

You can find your local’s opening hours by visitingtheir website.

The exact time they shut varies from venue to venue.

Find out what otherpubsare doing inour guide.

6th May 2024, 21:30By Allan Glen

Esso petrol stations opening times

Esso is the biggest petrol station brand in theUKwith over 1,200 locations.

Once again Esso garages are often open 24 hours a day, but the exact hours can vary depending on which one you go to — including over the bank holiday.

You can use Esso’s station finder tool on the Esso website to see which forecourts are open when.

You’ll also be able to see the other amenities it has, like toilets, food and drinks or anATM.

6th May 2024, 21:00By Allan Glen

Are newspapers published over early May bank holiday?

Most daily national newspapers are published on everybank holidayincluding the early May holiday.

Papers have continued to publish their papers regardless of thebank holidays, though some still like to uphold traditions and not sell a copy.

There are some publications, such as the Financial Times, that don’t publish on selected bankholidays. They also don’t publish a paper on a Sunday.

It is always worth checking online to clarify if your paper of choice will be printed.

6th May 2024, 20:30By Allan Glen

Lidl opening times today

Lidl stores inEngland,Walesand Scotland will typically close a little earlier than usual today.

Opening timesvary depending on where you live and your local store,

It’s best to check the Lidl store finder tool on its website to avoid a wasted trip.

6th May 2024, 20:00By Allan Glen

What are other businesses doing?

Retailers‘ opening hours will vary over the bank holiday, so you should check each specific store to avoid a wasted journey.

Most supermarkets and large high street chains have store locators on their website which you can use to find theopening hoursfor your nearest branch.

The opening times of stores generally vary depending on the location and size of the store.

Public transporttimings also vary onbank holidays, so ensure you check the timetables to avoid any travel troubles.

6th May 2024, 19:30By Allan Glen

Iceland early May bank holiday opening times

Icelandstores are trading as usual on bank holiday Monday.

In some cities, stores are open until 9pm.

However, hours might vary depending on where you are in the country.

6th May 2024, 19:00By Allan Glen

What about rail services?

A Saturday service will operate across rail services on bank holiday Monday, according to National Rail.

It is always best to check train travel with the relevant operator before you set off as there may be delays to services.

6th May 2024, 18:30By Allan Glen

Wickes early May bank holiday opening times

Wickesstores are open as usual over the bank holiday weekend.

It means shoppers in England and Wales who are planning a DIY haul can visit until 8pm on Monday.

6th May 2024, 18:00By Allan Glen

Homebase early May bank holiday opening times

Homebasestores are open today, 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.

6th May 2024, 17:30By Allan Glen

Marks and Spencer early May bank holiday opening times

Today some M&S stores will open later and close earlier than usual.

For example, M&S Croydon opened at 9am instead of 8am, and will close at 6pm instead of 7pm.

The same goes for M&S Newcastle. In Aberystwyth, meanwhile, there’s no change to its usual opening time of 8am.

But the doors will shut earlier at 6pm instead of 8pm.

Opening timesatM&Sstores vary so it’s also always best to check your local store to avoid disappointment.

6th May 2024, 17:00By Allan Glen

Is Ikea open today?

Ikea’sstores inEngland,WalesandNorthern Irelandwill be open as usual today.

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.

6th May 2024, 16:30By Allan Glen

Will post be delivered today?

Royal Mailsays that it delivers on most days of the year, including Saturdays.

But it doesn’t deliver or collect onbank holidays, which includes the May bank holiday.

You’ll still be able to post a letter at one ofthe 100,000 post boxes across the country though.

6th May 2024, 16:00By Allan Glen

What other bank holidays are there?

Abank holiday is a national public holidayin the UK and the Crown Dependencies, and in the Republic of Ireland.

They were first introduced by banker,politicianand scientific writer Sir John Lubbock, who drafted the Bank Holiday Act in 1871 – which was repealed and replaced by theBankingand Financial Dealings Act 1971.

The May bank holiday isn’t the only bank holiday in 2024.

Below are the bank holidays that Brits can look forward to for 2024:

• May 27, 2024 – Spring bank holiday
• August 26, 2024 – Summer bank holiday
• December 25, 2024 –ChristmasDay
• December 26, 2024 – Boxing Day

6th May 2024, 15:30By Allan Glen

Iceland early May bank holiday opening times

Icelandstores are trading as usual on bank holiday Monday.

Moststores are usually open from 7am or 8am until 7pm, and in some cities, stores are open until 9pm.

However, hours might vary depending on where you are in the country.

6th May 2024, 15:30By Allan Glen

Wickes early May bank holiday opening times

Wickesstores are open as usual over the bank holiday weekend.

It means shoppers who are planning a DIY haul can visit as follows:

England and Wales:

• Monday, May 6: 7am-8pm

6th May 2024, 15:00By Allan Glen

Is the Co-op open today?

During bank holidays and special times of year some of the stores may open later and close earlier than normal, according to a statement on the shop's website.

You cancheck opening times for your localCo-oponline.

6th May 2024, 14:30By Allan Glen

Are GP surgeries open today?

Like most public services,GPpractices have different opening times over the early May bank Holiday.

As this is abank holiday, surgeries will most likely be closed. Some surgeries might operate an out-of-hours service, but these can vary from practice to practice.

If you phone your nearest surgery, the answering machine will give you advice on how to get hold of an out-of-hours doctor.

Many walk-in centres will also be open as normal on the early May Bank Holiday.

However they could be busy, meaning you might spend a significant portion of your day waiting in the waiting room. With this in mind, it is always best to call ahead and check the opening times before you travel.

Always check to see if your local practice has shared any information online. Or you can phone up ahead of time.

6th May 2024, 14:00By Louis Allwood

Is Santander open today?

Santanderis closing all of its branches onbank holidays.

Use thebranch locator tool on the government's websiteto check when your nearest branch will be back open.

Santander has a call centre which you can reach on 0800 912 3123.

The call centre is open seven days a week from 8am to 6pm, but this may change over thebank holiday period.

You can also contact the bank through their onlinechat function.

6th May 2024, 13:32By Louis Allwood

Is Nationwide Building Society open today?

AllNationwidebranches are closed on May 6 due to being abank holiday.

You can find out what time your nearest branch will open by using theNationwidebranch locator tool.

If you have an urgent inquiry when branches are closed, you can contact Nationwide Building Society by calling 0345 730 2011.

You can also message the bank on itswebsite.

6th May 2024, 13:00By Louis Allwood

Home Bargains early May bank holiday opening times

On the bank holiday Monday, certain stores are operating with reduced hours.

For example, stores in England and Wales are typically open between 9am and 6pm.

Meanwhile, stores in Scotland are open as usual.

Normal trading hours are also in place for all stores on Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5.

To avoid disappointment, use the retailer’s store locator to find out what time your local branch isopening and closing.

6th May 2024, 12:31By Louis Allwood

Scotland Bank Holidays

• May 27, 2024 – Spring bank holiday
• August 5, 2024 – Summer bank holiday
• December 2, 2024 –St Andrew’s Day
• December 25, 2024 –Christmas Day
• December 26, 2024 –Boxing Day

6th May 2024, 12:00By Louis Allwood

Will Wetherspoons be open over the bank holiday weekend?

MostWetherspoonspubs are open today, but opening hours vary from branch to branch.

You can find your local’s opening hours by visitingtheir website.

The exact time they shut varies from venue to venue.

Find out what otherpubsare doing inour guide.

6th May 2024, 11:30By Louis Allwood

What other bank holidays are there?

Abank holiday is a national public holidayin the UK and the Crown Dependencies, and in the Republic of Ireland.

They were first introduced by banker,politicianand scientific writer Sir John Lubbock, who drafted the Bank Holiday Act in 1871 – which was repealed and replaced by theBankingand Financial Dealings Act 1971.

The May bank holiday isn’t the only bank holiday in 2024.

Below are the bank holidays that Brits can look forward to for 2024:

• May 6, 2024 – Early May bank holiday
• May 27, 2024 – Spring bank holiday
• August 26, 2024 – Summer bank holiday
• December 25, 2024 –ChristmasDay
• December 26, 2024 – Boxing Day