ALDI will close all its stores on Boxing Day to thank staff for their hard work.

Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket has confirmed it will close on December 25 and 26 this year, reopening on Friday, December 27.

The discount retailer has more than 1,000 stores in the UK, including branches in Northwich, Winsford, Holmes Chapel and Knutsford.

Richard Thornton, communications director at Aldi UK, said: “Christmas is such a special period for many of our colleagues, and by keeping our stores closed on Boxing Day, Aldi gives them more time to spend with their loved ones.  

“Customers will have plenty to look forward to in the run-up to Christmas, with exciting Christmas ranges hitting shelves in time for the festive season.”  

Aldi has also confirmed that opening hours will vary in the build-up to Christmas, with extended hours to ensure customers can stock up ahead of the big day. 

This news comes as the supermarket giant celebrates success at the ‘Oscars of the retail world’.

Aldi took home four prizes from the Retail Industry Awards 2024, including being named ‘Drinks Retailer of the Year’ for the seventh consecutive year.

It was also awarded “Chilled Retailer of the Year” and “Fresh Flower Supermarket of the Year”, and received the “Diversity, Equality & Inclusion” award for the second year running.

Julie Ashfield, managing director of buying at Aldi UK, said: “These four wins are the cherry on the cake after another year of hard work from our team and it’s fantastic to have that recognised by the industry’s top experts.

“I’m incredibly proud of our buyers, suppliers, and everyone else involved who goes above and beyond to make sure our high quality, great value ranges are the best of the best for our customers.

“Shoppers will be delighted to hear there are plenty more exciting launches coming in the next few months, particularly for Christmas!”