Bank Holiday Monday & long weekend shopping hours revealed at Tesco, Asda & more (2024)

26 minutes agoBy Henry Moore

Are libraries open on the late May bank holiday 2024?

Librariesare traditionallyopenfrom Monday to Saturday every week.

However, most libraries close on Sundays and publicholidays, meaning their doors will be shut on the bank holiday.

Manycouncilshave already put notices online saying all their libraries will be shut on Monday, May 27, 2024.

READ ALL ABOUT IT Library opening times on the late May bank holiday revealed

56 minutes agoBy Henry Moore

Is Windsor Castle open tomorrow?

If you are looking to spend your bank holiday exploring some royal history, you're in luck.

Windsor Castle remains open on bank holidays.

The historic site will open from 10am to 17:30pm.

Today, 12:30By Henry Moore

Does Amazon deliver on bank holidays?

Bank holidays do not count as business days, so if you order something today with day-one delivery, it is unlikely it will arrive tomorrow.

However, you can expect parcels to arrive tomorrow if they match the delivery date shown online.

The best thing to do is check your shipping info to find out more.

Today, 12:00By Henry Moore

Mitchells and Butlers opening times

Mitchells and Butlers own some of the most popular pubs in the UK includingHarvesterandToby Carvery.

Opening times over this period vary across M&B's pubs, so you should check out either Harvester's or Toby Carvery's websites for all the information.

You can use their locator tools to find your nearest pub, as well as the opening times.

Just enter your postcode, location or the venue you want to go to.

Today, 11:30By Henry Moore

Are London's museums open tomorrow?

Tomorrow marks May's late bank holiday, with millions of Brits getting the day off work.

But is it a good day to explore London's museums?

Here are a few opening times you might want to know:

• British Museum - 10am–17pm
• Natural History Museum - 10am - 17.50pm
• Science Museum - 10am - 18pm
• Tate Modern - 10am - 10pm
• National Portrait Gallery - 10.30am - 18pm

Today, 11:00By Henry Moore

Is there post over the late May bank holiday?

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 posta letter at one ofthe 100,000 post boxes across the country though.

Today, 10:30By Henry Moore

What about Greene King pubs?

Greene Kinghas over 300pubsinLondon— and 2,600 in the UK.

Opening times over the bank holiday vary depending on location.

You'll want to check the pub locator on the company's website, which shows you when your local is open.

Today, 10:00By Henry Moore

Are HSBC branches open tomorrow?

HSBCwill also close all its branches on May 27.

However, contact centres often remain open if you need to get in touch with the bank.

Normal opening hours will resume on Tuesday.

Today, 09:30By Henry Moore

Which benefits will be paid early this year?

The late May bank holiday saw benefits paid early last week, with millions getting their cash help sooner than expected.

The same will happen with some of the upcoming holidays.

Here's when the DWP orHMRCwill make your payments if you're expecting them on a public holiday:

• August 26- payments will be made on August 23 instead
• December 25- payments will be made on December 24 instead
• December 26- payments will be made on December 24 instead

Today, 09:00By Henry Moore

Is Nationwide Building Society open on Monday?

AllNationwidebranches are closed on thebank 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.

Today, 08:30By Henry Moore

Westfield Stratford City opening times

Looking to do some shopping this bank holiday?

Well, you're in luck, as Westfield Stratford City is set to be opening for much for the long weekend.

Today, the centre will open at 12pm and close at 6pm, while Monday will see the massive retail spot open at 10am and close at 9pm.

Today, 08:00By Henry Moore

Every upcoming bank holiday you need to know about

England and Wales

• May 27, 2024 - Spring bank holiday
• August 26, 2024 - Summer bank holiday
• December 25, 2024 - Christmas Day
• December 26, 2024 - Boxing Day

Scotland

• 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

Northern Ireland

• May 27, 2024 - Spring bank holiday
• July 12, 2024 -Battle of the Boyne(Orangemen’s Day)
• August 26, 2024 - Summer bank holiday
• December 25, 2024 - Christmas Day
• December 26, 2024 - Boxing Day

Today, 07:30By Henry Moore

Will newspapers be published this weekend?

The news doesn't stop for a bank holiday, so most papers continue to publish during the long weekend.

However, there are some publications, such as the Financial Times, that don't publish on selected bankholidaysor Sundays.

With that in mind, it's always best to check in advance to see if your favourite paper will be delivered or available in shops.

STOP THE PRESS Newspaper publishing and delivery during the late May bank holiday

Today, 07:00By Henry Moore

How about McDonald's?

As always, McDonald's opening times will vary depending on location during the long weekend.

With that in mind, it's best to use itsonline store locatoror call ahead for opening and closing times.

Most locations seem to be keeping to their usual schedule, but some, mostly high-street branches, will be affected by the bank holiday.

Today, 06:30By Henry Moore

Late May bank holiday opening times

Stores across the UK are announcing their late May bank holiday opening hours.

If you look forward to hitting the shops over the late Maybank holiday,you should make a note of theseopening timesin this blog.

Today, 06:30By Henry Moore

Is Ikea open over the bank holiday?

Ikea’sstores inEngland,WalesandNorthern Irelandwill be open as usual on the lateMay bank holidayMonday May 27.

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.

Today, 06:00By Henry Moore

Is Windsor Castle open today?

If you are looking to spend your bank holiday exploring some royal history, you’re in luck.

Windsor Castle remains open on bank holidays.

The historic site will open from 10am to 17:30pm.

Today, 06:00By Louis Allwood

Is Ikea open over the bank holiday?

Ikea’sstores inEngland,WalesandNorthern Irelandwill be open as usual on the lateMay bank holidayMonday May 27.

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.

Today, 05:00By Louis Allwood

Is B&M open over the late May bank holiday?

Discounterbranches will be open as usual throughout theMay bank holidayand on Monday, May 27.

However,opening hoursacross its estate may vary from shop to shop, so it’s always best to use the retailer’s store locator on its website.

You just have to enter your postcode and it will tell you your closest store and its opening hours.

In a normal week, stores are open from 8am until up to 10pm Monday to Saturday and 11am until 5pm on Sundays.

Today, 04:00By Louis Allwood

Is B&Q open on the late May bank holiday?

The three-day weekend gives Brits the perfect chance to complete some DIY projects around the house or in the garden.

However, some stores across the UK have altered opening times on May 27.

Shoppers hoping to bag abuy or two are in luck as stores across the UK open for usual business hours on the lateMay bank holiday.

It is important to note that opening hours often differ from one branch to another, depending on where you are located.

Sites open at either 7am or 8am, and close at 8pm on bank holiday Monday, May 27.

To see the opening hours of your nearest store, visit the B&Q store locator.

Shoppers can also phone ahead to make sure.

Today, 03:00By Louis Allwood

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.

Today, 02:00By Louis Allwood

Shell petrol stations opening times

Shellpetrol stations are a familiar site for any one hitting the road.

Theenergygiant has over 1,000 forecourts across the country.

Many of these are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, meaning motorists won’t have to drive by a closed pump most of the time.

Shell garage hours can vary though, so it’s worth checking ahead if one near you is open when you need it.

Some garages are open from 6am until 10pm over the bank holiday.

You can find your nearest Shell petrol station using its store locator tool on the Shell website.

Today, 01:00By Louis Allwood

Are doctors open on the late May bank Holiday?

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.

25th May 2024, 00:00By Louis Allwood

Are pharmacies open over the late May bank holiday?

Anyone who has to takemedicationsregularly will tell you how important it is to ensure your supply doesn't run out.

It is best practice to be prepared for any and all situations, so if you know your refill is coming up it is advised to visit your pharmacy before thebank holidays.

There is no set rule on pharmacies staying open over thebankholidays.

The late May bank holiday falls on Monday May 27, 2024.

However, theNHS websitehas provided a list of pharmacies that remain open.

These open for limited hours in order to help customers get any essential medicines or treatments.

25th May 2024, 23:00By Louis Allwood

Is Nationwide Building Society open on Monday?

AllNationwidebranches are closed on thebank 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.