If you’re planning a last-minute dash to the supermarket on Boxing Day, make sure you check the opening hours first. Here’s a full list of all the major supermarkets’ opening timesTom Kershaw Content Editor, Beth Mahoney Shopping Writer and Jade McElwee Content Editor
14:02, 25 Dec 2025
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No matter how meticulously you’ve prepared for the festive season, it’s almost a given that by Boxing Day, you’ll discover something you’ve forgotten.
Whether it’s extra batteries for the kids’ new toys or enough cheese for the Boxing Day spread, there always seems to be something lacking. The tricky part is navigating supermarket opening times during the holiday period, as many alter their regular hours.
If you’re unsure about your local supermarket’s Boxing Day opening hours, we’re here to help. We’ve done the hard work and put together a handy guide to all the Boxing Day supermarket opening times.
We’ve covered all the major supermarkets below, so whatever last-minute items you need to grab, we’ve got you sorted, reports Yorkshire Live.
Asda
The majority of Asda supermarkets will be open from 6am until 7pm on Boxing Day, though the opening hours of smaller stores may differ. To confirm the hours of your local store, use the Asda store locator.
Full Christmas opening hours:
Christmas Day: Closed.
Boxing Day: 6am – 7pm.
27th-30th December: Regular opening hours.
New Year’s Eve: 6am – 7pm.
New Year’s Day: 10am – 5pm.
On Boxing Day, most Tesco supermarkets will be open from 6am to 6pm. To verify the hours of your local store, use the Tesco store locator.
Full Christmas opening hours:
Christmas Day: Closed.
Boxing Day: 9am – 6pm (Express stores may open earlier).
27th-30th December: Regular opening hours.
New Year’s Eve: 6am – 7pm.
New Year’s Day: 10am – 5pm.
Sainsbury’s
Most Sainsbury’s supermarkets will be open from 8am to 8pm on Boxing Day. For specific opening times, the Sainsbury’s store locator can be used.
Full Christmas opening hours:
Christmas Day: Closed.
Boxing Day: 8am – 8pm.
27th-30th December: Regular opening hours.
New Year’s Eve: 8am – 7pm.
New Year’s Day: 10am -5pm.
Morrisons
The majority of Morrisons supermarkets will be open from 9am to 6pm on Boxing Day, while the opening hours for Morrisons Daily stores may vary. The Morrisons store locator can be used to check specific opening times.
Full Christmas opening hours:
Christmas Day: Closed.
Boxing Day: 9am – 6pm.
27th-30th December: Regular opening hours.
New Year’s Eve: 7am – 7pm.
New Year’s Day: 9am – 6pm.
Aldi
Aldi stores will be closed on Boxing Day and will reopen on 27th December. The Aldi store locator can be used to check specific opening times.
Full Christmas opening hours:
Christmas Day: Closed.
Boxing Day: Closed.
27th-30th December: Regular opening hours.
New Year’s Eve: 8am – 6pm.
New Year’s Day: Closed.
Lidl
Lidl stores will be closed on Boxing Day and will reopen on 27th December. The Lidl store locator can be used to check specific opening times.
Full Christmas opening hours:
Christmas Day: Closed.
Boxing Day: Closed.
27th-30th December: Regular opening hours.
New Year’s Eve: 8am – 6pm.
New Year’s Day: Closed.
Co-op
Most Co-op branches will welcome customers from 8am to 9pm on Boxing Day. For specific opening times, the Co-op Food store locator is your best bet.
Here are the full Christmas opening hours:
Christmas Day: Closed.
Boxing Day: 8am – 9pm.
27th to 30th December: Regular opening hours.
New Year’s Eve: 7am – 9pm.
New Year’s Day: 9am – 9pm.
Iceland
All Iceland stores will be taking a break on Boxing Day, reopening their doors on the 27th of December. To check individual store opening times, use the Iceland store locator.
Here are the full Christmas opening hours:
Christmas Day: Closed.
Boxing Day: Closed.
27th to 30th December: Regular opening hours.
New Year’s Eve: 8am – 6pm.
New Year’s Day: Closed.
Marks and Spencer
The majority of Marks and Spencer stores will also be closed on Boxing Day. To check individual store opening times, use the Marks and Spencer Foodhall store locator.
Here are the full Christmas opening hours:.
Christmas Day: Closed.
Boxing Day: Closed (most stores).
27th to 30th December: Regular opening hours.
New Year’s Eve: 8am – 7pm.
New Year’s Day: Closed.
Please be aware that the opening times of major supermarkets can differ between individual locations. Hence, it is recommended to verify your local supermarket’s opening hours online prior to setting off for those last-minute festive essentials.
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