Christmas and Boxing Day might be over for another year, but there is another holiday just on the horizon – New Year. 2025 is just two days away, with many out there planning parties to host or attend.
While it is an exciting time for a lot of us, there will still be many supermarket employees hard at work. Although supermarkets remain open on the build-up to Hogmanay, they do tend to operate at different opening hours, similar to the Christmas period.
This means that your local store might not be open at the times you are used to. So, if you need any last-minute NYE essentials and must-haves such as bubbly and snacks, or even just some milk and bread, it’s worth knowing exactly what times the supermarkets will be open at.
To help ensure you don’t get caught out this year, we have provided below the confirmed opening hours for most supermarkets across Scotland on December 31 this year.
Aldi
Similar to previous years, Aldi will be closing early on New Year’s Eve this week. Stores will operate at reduced hours from 8am to 6pm.
Lidl
The German budget chain will also be open at different hours than normal. Stores across Scotland are confirmed to be open from 8am to 7pm.
Asda
Asda’s opening hours do differ depending on the store size and location, although the vast majority are said to be open from 7am to 7pm.
Tesco
Similar to Asda, Tesco’s opening times will vary depending on the store you are visiting. The retailer has said that the majority of its Extra and Superstores are open from 9am to 6pm, with Express stores open from am to 7pm, with some closing at 6pm.
Sainsbury’s
Larger Sainsbury’s supermarkets will be open from 10am to 7pm. Convenience stores will be open from 9am to 6pm.
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Morrisons
The majority of Morrisons supermarkets will be open from 9am to 6pm on December 31. It’s worth noting that these hours may differ for smaller Daily stores.
Waitrose
Waitrose stores will be open from 8am to 6pm on Tuesday. However, some that are based in Shell forecourts will be open for 24 hours.
Iceland
The frozen foods giant will also be open at reduced hours this New year’s Eve, with stores open from 7am to 6pm.
M&S
M&S stores will be open at various hours on New Year’s Eve depending on the store you are visiting.
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