Are shops open on Good Friday and Easter Monday?

EASTER’s a busy time on the high street, but plenty of shops will be tweaking their opening hours over the long weekend.

Not sure when your favourite store is shutting up shop? Here’s the lowdown so you don't get caught out.

Tesco

If you’re planning to stock up on some last-minute bits to get you through the long Easter weekend, you’ll be pleased to know most Tesco stores are open for a good chunk of it.

Just bear in mind they’ll be closed on Easter Sunday, which takes place on April 20, 2025, this year.

As for Easter Monday, the exact hours haven’t been confirmed yet but it’s likely they’ll be shorter than usual.

Since opening times can differ depending on the branch, it’s worth checking your local store before you head out.

Also, if you're after a bit of Easter indulgence, Tesco’s got some brilliant deals on luxury Easter eggs but you’ll need a Clubcard to snap them up.

Asda

You’ll have loads of time to get your Easter bits sorted at Asda, whether you’re grabbing some last-minute extras or switching up your food plans.

The bigger stores will be open as normal in the days leading up to Easter Sunday, so no need to panic.

There's plenty of time to stock up on those all-important chocolate eggs for the family.

Just a heads-up as stores will be closed on Easter Sunday, and they’ll be open from 7am to 7pm on Easter Monday.

It’s always a good shout to check your local store’s hours using the store locator on Asda’s website, just to be sure.

Don’t miss their fab mix-and-match deal on eggs this Easter.

Aldi

Aldi’s known for being one of the cheapest supermarkets around.

And if you’re planning an Easter shop, you’re in luck.

The budget-friendly chain will be open on Good Friday, 18 April 2025, with opening hours listed as 8am to 10pm on their website.

Like many other supermarkets, Aldi will be closed on Easter Sunday, 20 April, giving staff a well-earned break to spend time with their families.

But don’t worry, they’ll be back open again on Easter Monday on April 21, 2025.

This year, Aldi’s Easter range includes a great mix of their own-brand eggs and a few big-name favourites too, so there’s something for everyone.

Lidl

Lidl says all of their stores will shut on Easter Sunday in a bid to give staff a break during the very busy holiday period.

Most stores will be open on Good Friday and Easter Monday, but it’s always worth checking your local branch hours.

In March 2025, the budget retailer offered a staggering deal on popular Easter treats.

Since March 16, Lidl Plus users have been able to get egg-cellent prices on large branded Easter eggs including Cadburys from only £2.45.

But the deal ran out on March 26.

Co-op

As a convenience store, Co-op will be open over the Easter weekend, making it a handy option if you need to grab a few bits.

That said, on bank holidays, some branches might open a little later or shut a bit earlier than usual.

If you’re in England or Wales, it’s worth noting that larger Co-op stores (those over 280 square metres) will be closed on Easter Sunday.

Over in Scotland, though, the bigger stores will still be open as usual.

Since opening hours can vary quite a bit depending on the location, it’s best to check with your local store or have a quick look online before popping out.

Co-op is currently selling its Irresistible Marbled Millionaire's Easter Egg 200g for only £7.

Waitrose

If you’re thinking of treating yourself to something a bit fancier this Easter, you’ll be pleased to know that Waitrose will be open for most of the long weekend.

Stores are set to open from 8am to 8pm on both Good Friday and Easter Monday, with only Easter Sunday seeing the doors shut.

It’s a good idea to double-check with your local branch though, as opening times can vary slightly.

Waitrose has some lovely Easter treats on offer this year too, with up to a third off selected eggs for MyWaitrose members.

Their No.1 Blonde Chocolate & Biscuit Flat Easter Egg has gone viral online.

Morrisons

Morrisons, the UK’s fourth biggest supermarket, always gets a bit busier around the holidays and Easter’s no exception.

Luckily, Easter shoppers will have plenty of chances to stock up on food and all those tasty springtime treats.

Most stores will be open from 7am to 10pm on Good Friday, closed on Easter Sunday, and then open again from 7am to 8pm on Easter Monday.

It’s always worth checking in with your local branch for the exact times, just in case.

This year, Morrisons has a cracking almost-BOGOF deal on selected extra-large Easter eggs, with big-name brands like Cadbury, Terry’s and Nestlé in the mix.

If you’ve got a loyalty card, you can grab one XL egg for £6 or treat yourself to two for just £7.

Sainsbury's

Most Sainsbury’s stores will be open as normal in the run-up to the Easter Bank Holiday weekend, so there’s no need to panic.

You’ve got plenty of time to grab any last-minute bits for family get-togethers.

All stores will be closed on Easter Sunday, and then open from 8am to 8pm on Easter Monday.

Just like with Tesco, opening hours can vary from store to store, so it’s best to check with your local branch to be sure.

Sainsbury’s has some sweet Easter deals on offer for Nectar card holders this year, with savings across a range of eggs. One to watch is the Taste the Difference Belgian Milk Chocolate Tiramisu XL Easter Egg as it’s been dropped from £10 to £8.

M&S

M&S will be closed on Easter Sunday, but back open on Easter Monday from 8am to 8pm.

That said, opening times can vary depending on the branch, so it’s a good idea to check with your local store before heading out.

While M&S isn’t exactly known for big discounts on Easter eggs, it definitely comes through when it comes to indulgent chocolate treats.

One that’s really turning heads this year is the Outrageously Chocolatey Custard Cream Biscuity Egg.

It’s a massive square slab of chocolate shaped like the classic biscuit, with a layer of milk chocolate packed with biscuit pieces and a custard cream layer in the middle – all for £12.

Home Bargains

Home Bargains will be open as usual on Friday 18 April and Saturday 19 April, so you’ve got a couple of solid days to pop in for any Easter essentials or bargains.

Stores across the UK will be closed on Easter Sunday, 20 April, so no celebratory shopping spree on the day itself, unfortunately.

Hours vary depending on individual branches on Easter Monday, but most are reduced.

Home Bargains was first launched in Liverpool and grew to over 600 stores in the UK.

The store has had a number of awesome Easter offerings including a Fini Tornadoes egg to a collection of ‘gorgeous’ candles with mouth-watering scents.

B&Q

B&Q will be open as usual on Good Friday and Easter Monday, with most branches running from 7am to 8pm, so there’s plenty of time to get stuck into those DIY jobs over the long weekend.

However, all stores across the UK will be closed on Easter Sunday, so you won’t be able to nip in for supplies on April 20.

To give you an idea, you’ll be able to visit your local B&Q from 7am to 8pm on both Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, but not on the Sunday in between.

Opening hours can vary a bit from store to store, so it’s best to check in advance.

You can ask in-store, use the B&Q store locator on their website, or even give their helpline a ring or drop them an email.

From April 21, 2025 onwards, it’s back to normal opening hours.

If you’re in Scotland, you’re in luck as all B&Q stores there will be open as usual throughout the entire Easter weekend.

This year marks 80 years since the end of World War Two, and there’ll be four days of celebrations starting on the early May Bank Holiday, Monday, May 5.

Expect a grand military parade, a flypast, and a star-studded concert to honour VE Day.

Ikea

Ikea has become legendary for its easy-to-assemble furniture and quirky approach to design.

The Swedish store will likely have adjusted opening and closing times during the Easter period across the UK.

To check the opening hours of your local Ikea store, use their website's store locator.

All Ikea stores will be closed on Easter Sunday.

Screwfix

All Screwfix stores in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are closed on Sunday, April 20.

Shops in Scotland remain open.