What's open on Early May Bank Holiday 2025 in United Kingdom?
Early May Bank Holiday 2025 falls on 5 May 2025.
The Early May bank holiday falls on the first Monday of May. Banks and offices close but most shops, supermarkets and attractions trade as usual.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NHS Urgent Treatment Centres24/7 Duty Open 24/7 across bank holidays for urgent non-life-threatening medical care Editorial111 | Urgent Care & Clinics | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 nhs.uk |
BP Connect & M&S Forecourt24/7 Duty Motorway and trunk road forecourts open 24/7 on all UK bank holidays including Christmas Day Editorial | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 bp.com |
AI-extracted | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | 08:00-18:00 | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
AI-extracted | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | 08:00-20:00 | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 primark.com |
Estimate | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 boots.com |
AI-extracted | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | 08:00-22:00 | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
AI-extracted | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | 07:00-20:00 | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 aldi.co.uk |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 lidl.co.uk |
Official | Convenience Stores | Open | 07:00-22:00 | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
AI-extracted | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
AI-extracted | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | 08:00-20:00 | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 argos.co.uk |
Estimate | Drugstores & Cosmetics | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 superdrug.com |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 johnlewis.com |
24-hour drive-thrus operate on bank holidays; most branches closed Christmas Day Editorial | Restaurants & Cafes | Reduced hours | 07:00–23:00 | 2026-04-20 mcdonalds.co.uk |
Self-service parcel pickup and drop-off available 24/7 365 days a year Editorial | Post & Parcel Lockers | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 inpost.co.uk |
Crown and main post offices closed on bank holidays; no standard letter deliveries Editorial | Post & Parcel Lockers | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-04-20 postoffice.co.uk |
Branch counters closed on bank holidays; outdoor ATMs and online banking available 24/7 Editorial | Banks & ATMs | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-04-20 hsbc.co.uk |
Runs Sunday service on bank holidays; no tube/bus service on Christmas Day Editorial | Public Transit & Transport | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-04-20 tfl.gov.uk |
| DIY, Garden & Home | Reduced hours | 07:00–20:00 | 2026-04-20 diy.com |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on Early May Bank Holiday 2025 in United Kingdom?
The Early May bank holiday falls on the first Monday of May. Banks and offices close but most shops, supermarkets and attractions trade as usual. Typically closed: banks, government.
When is Early May Bank Holiday in 2025?
Early May Bank Holiday falls on 5 May 2025 (2025-05-05) in 2025.