Let’s be real—Christmas and New Year’s opening times are a minefield. You think you know, but you don’t really know. I once drove to three different supermarkets on Boxing Day, only to find them all locked tighter than a dragon’s vault.
Morrisons, though, has a bit of a reputation. They aren’t always the most generous with their holiday hours. But don’t worry, I’ve done the legwork so you don’t have to suffer cold, hungry regret.
Spoiler alert: Yes, most Morrisons stores are open on New Year’s Day. But—and this is a big, juicy “but”—the hours are very reduced. We’re talking a sleep-in-friendly, late-start kind of day.
What Sort of Hours Are We Talking?
Think of it as a “hangover schedule.” Most branches open around 9 AM or 10 AM, which is practically the afternoon if you’re a morning person. And they close shockingly early, usually by 4 PM or 5 PM.
You know the drill: no 24-hour service, no late-night dash for that one weird ingredient. Don’t leave it until 6 PM thinking you’re being clever, because you’ll just be pressing your nose against the glass like a sad puppy.
Also, and this is crucial: not all Morrisons are created equal. Your local big store? Probably open. That tiny Morrisons Local in the city centre? Maybe, maybe not. Always double-check on their website or Google Maps before you put on trousers.
Morrisons New Year's Eve New Year's Day 2026 opening times in Sussex
