Are shops open on Easter Monday in the North East? (Image: NORTHERN ECHO/GOOGLE MAPS)
Whether you’re heading out for fashion, food, DIY, or just a bank holiday mooch, most major stores across the North East are open this Easter Monday.
Here’s your updated guide covering Newcastle, Durham, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, and surrounding areas.
Are shops open on Easter Monday in the North East?
Open on Easter Monday
Supermarkets & Food Stores
- Sainsbury’s – 8am to 8pm
- Tesco Extras & Superstores – 8am to 6pm
- (Tesco Express stores may open longer)
- Asda – 7am to 10pm
- Morrisons – 7am to 8pm
- Aldi – 8am to 8pm
- Lidl – Typically 8am to 8pm
- Co-op – Open (hours vary by location)
- Iceland – Open (check store-specific times)
- Marks & Spencer – 8am to 6pm
- Waitrose – 8am to 8pm
Fashion & High Street
- Next – Open as usual
- Primark – Open with normal bank holiday hours
- John Lewis – 10am to 6pm
- Superdrug – Open (hours may vary)
- Boots – Open, but some stores may have shorter hours
- B&M – Open as normal
DIY & Household
- Screwfix – Open 6am–8pm
- B&Q – Usually 7am–8pm
- Wickes – Open (times may vary)
- Home Bargains – Open (hours may vary)
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Food & Drink
- Greggs – Open with bank holiday hours
- Costa, Starbucks, McDonald's – Largely open across the region
- Local cafés and restaurants – Check individual opening hours
Handy Tips
- Most shopping centres like Metrocentre, Eldon Square, and Teesside Park will be open, but expect Sunday-style hours.
- Local independents might operate shorter hours or stay closed.
- Always double-check your nearest store with online locators for any last-minute changes.
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