M&S, Aldi, Lidl to close all North East stores for 24 hours as shoppers warned

Some supermarkets will close their doors for boxing day (Image: Robert Brook via Getty Images)

The festive period is in full swing as December marches on, with focus already turning to Boxing Day customs once Christmas Day has passed. With just 20 days remaining until the 26th, town centres are poised to welcome bargain hunters seeking post-Christmas offers and stocking up on additional essentials.

Whether it's replenishing supplies following Christmas lunch or securing the standard loaf and pint of milk, numerous trips are anticipated before the month concludes. As most of us recognise, supermarket chains throughout the country frequently modify their standard trading times for Boxing Day , with certain retailers opting to commence later, whilst others stay shut completely to af