B&Q is a top choice for all your home improvement bits and bobs, which is why it’s a firm favourite with shoppers up and down the UK.
That said, the store will be open at different times over the Summer Bank Holiday on August 25, 2025, so here’s everything you need to know.
Summer Bank Holiday 2025 opening hours
B&Q stores will be open on Bank Holiday Monday, with most locations operating from 7am to 8pm.
Opening hours vary from store to store, so it is advisable to check whether your local B&Q will be changing its business hours.
You can do this by asking in store or checking the B&Q store locator tool on their website.
Alternatively, you can email or phone their helpline.
From August 26, 2025, B&Q will be open as normal.
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Other hardware and DIY stores will also stay open.
Most Screwfix stores will be open from 7am to 6pm.
However, a few locations might be running on different hours.
To be sure about your local store’s opening times, it’s best to check the Screwfix website or give them a quick ring.
Online shopping
Shoppers in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland can still purchase from B&Q during the Summer Bank Holiday.
But lovers of the DIY shop are advised to use the company’s website to bag themselves a deal.
The high street during the Summer Bank Holiday 2025
Plenty of shops and businesses stay open on the Summer Bank Holiday even though it is a national day off.
That said, it’s a good idea to plan ahead, as many places run on shorter hours.
Some smaller businesses might take the whole bank holiday weekend off to enjoy the festivities, so it’s always worth checking before you head out.
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Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with.
Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks.
Sales are when you can pick up a real steal.
Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.
Sign up to mailing lists and you’ll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.
When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use vouchercodes.co.uk and myvouchercodes.co.uk are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer.
Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. Trolley.co.uk app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.
Bargain hunters can also use B&M’s scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out.
And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you’ll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
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