The Co-op has announced its operating hours for the 2025 Christmas and Boxing Day period, providing essential information for customers across its network of more than 2,500 locations in the UK. This announcement aims to assist those preparing for the festive season in planning their shopping trips.
Christmas Opening Hours
On Christmas Eve, most larger Co-op branches will maintain regular morning hours, closing at 19:00. Convenience stores will operate slightly extended hours, opening from 06:00 until 20:00. Notably, all Co-op branches will remain closed on Christmas Day, allowing employees to spend time with their families.
Following the holiday, on Boxing Day, Co-op supermarkets will reopen from 10:00 to 19:00, while convenience stores will operate from 09:00 to 19:00. Customers are encouraged to verify specific opening times for their local branches using the store finder tool available on the Co-op’s website, as regional variations may apply.
Additional Services and History
In addition to its grocery stores, the Co-op provides a range of services, including funeral care, insurance, and legal services. The Co-op Funeralcare homes operate a 24-hour central care team, ensuring support is available at all times, even during holidays. However, general operating hours for these services may vary.
The Co-op’s history dates back to 1844 with the formation of the Rochdale Society of Equitable Pioneers. Over the years, the Co-op has evolved into one of the UK’s largest consumer co-operatives, distinguished by its commitment to social responsibility and community engagement. Its headquarters, located at One Angel Square in Manchester, is recognized as one of Europe’s most sustainable large buildings, featuring a bio-diesel cogeneration plant that utilizes rapeseed oil for energy.
Membership in the Co-op is open to anyone who purchases a share for £1, making it collectively owned by millions of individuals and independent co-operative societies. Members play an integral role in shaping the Co-op’s business strategies as well as its social and advocacy initiatives.
As the festive season approaches, understanding the Co-op’s operational hours is crucial for customers looking to gather their seasonal supplies. The cooperative’s commitment to community welfare and sustainable practices continues to define its brand and service offerings.
