If you want to book a UK supermarket delivery in the run-up to Christmas, here’s when festive slots are released by Sainsbury's, Tesco, Asda and more.
It might feel a little too early to be thinking about Christmas, but it always pays to be prepared when it comes to the festive period.
And that includes booking in your Christmas supermarket delivery slot.
The big names have mostly confirmed when their slots will be available, with some even opening booking up shortly, so it’s a good idea to mark your calendars since we know that slots go quickly.
Now let's take a look at your options at each major supermarket, which we've listed alphabetically so you can scroll straight to your favourite.
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Asda Christmas delivery slots 2024
Asda opened up its Christmas delivery slots for delivery pass customers from back on 15 October and they are now available for other customers.
There are also one million click and collect slots available for the week leading up to Christmas.
You can get a grocery delivery pass if you regularly shop at Asda. You can find out more about Asda’s delivery costs and passes here.
Morrisons Christmas delivery slots 2024
Morrisons Christmas delivery slots opened on 2 October for those who have a delivery pass.
You can choose any date between 20 and 24 December. However, bear in mind that the last day customers can place a new click & collect order for a turkey is Monday 16 December.
Slots for non-pass holders are also available now.
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Ocado Christmas delivery slots 2024
Ocado has already opened up access to its Christmas delivery slots for both ‘smart pass’ customers and the general public.
Be aware, though, that the minimum order is a hefty £90.
Sainsbury’s Christmas delivery slots 2024
Sainsbury’s opened its Christmas slots for delivery pass customers on 16 October, but they are now open to non-pass customers.
Meanwhile, all customers can schedule deliveries for between December 18–24 and can change their baskets until 11pm the day before their delivery is due.
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Tesco Christmas delivery slots 2024
If you’re booking a Christmas delivery slot at Tesco, then you can book a slot from 6am on 5 November so long as you have the anytime delivery saver.
All other customers will have to wait until 6am on 12 November.
Waitrose Christmas delivery slots 2024
You can now book your Waitrose Christmas delivery slots, however they are filling up fast.
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Save money and get access to delivery slots with delivery passes
A common theme among the main supermarkets is Christmas delivery slots being made available exclusively to shoppers who hold their delivery passes first.
A host of big supermarkets offer these passes, which may be available for monthly or annual fees and can mean that you end up spending less on booking slots in the long run.
Check out our deep dive into the delivery costs of the main supermarkets, as well as what delivery passes they offer, to help you work out which is the best option for you.