Don’t panic if you’ve run out of gravy granules. Large supermarkets like Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, and Morrisons are often open, but with drastically shortened hours. Expect them to close by 4 or 5 PM. Smaller convenience stores (Tesco Express, Sainsbury’s Local) usually keep normal hours, but check online.
Pharmacies are crucial. Boots and LloydsPharmacy operate on a bank holiday schedule, meaning many branch pharmacies are closed, but larger stores open. Locate your nearest emergency pharmacy online using the NHS finder tool—you don’t want to be hunting for indigestion relief after a rich meal.
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Gas stations are your unsung heroes. Most are open 24/7, so you can always get fuel, snacks, and a surprisingly good cup of coffee.
