New Year 2021 opening times for M&S, John Lewis,…

New Year 2021 opening times for M&S, John Lewis, Selfridges and more department stores

With new lockdown restrictions in place across many areas in the UK, thousands of non-essential stores are closed.

If you are lucky enough to be living in an area not in Tier 4, some popular department stores many be able open over the New Year. However, the majority will remain closed - or only open for click and collect orders.

John Lewis will be closed nationwide on 1 January, while other popular chains advise shoppers to check online before heading out.

Fortunately most bargain-hunters will be able to shop all the January sale discounts from the comfort of their sofa.

Below we have outlined the opening times for major chains like M&S, House of Fraser, Selfridges, Harvey Nichols and more.

New Year 2021 department store opening times

Marks & Spencer

M&S are only keeping food halls open in stores (Hasan Esen/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

M&S has confirmed that "Across the UK, all of our food halls remain open for you and your community, including those in our larger stores."

However, customers will not be able to shop for non-essential items, and are being advised to order online from marksandspencer.com.

31 December - normal opening hours (food hall/click and collect only)
1 January - closed
2 January - normal opening hours (food hall/click and collect only)
3 January - normal opening hours (food hall/click and collect only)

John Lewis

Most John Lewis stores in Tier 4 in England and Wales are temporarily closed in line with the latest government guidelines. Stores in Scotland are also closed.

But shoppers can still order online at johnlewis.com for home delivery or click and collect.

31 December - closed
1 January - closed
2 January - closed
3 January - closed

Harvey Nichols

Harvey Nichols has temporarily closed stores due to the new Tier 4 restrictions in place.

Shoppers can still shop online for home delivery.

31 December - closed
1 January - closed
2 January - closed
3 January - closed

Selfridges

Watch out, Sarah, that lady is after your haul (SPLASH)

Selfridges has temporarily closed all stores in line with current government guidelines.

Online shoppers can still make the most of the retailer's popular end of year sale, which now features savings of up to 60% off clothing, accessories and beauty.

31 December - closed
1 January - closed
2 January - closed
3 January - closed

Harrods

Harrods has confirmed stores are closed due to Tier 4 restrictions. However the retailer will be keeping its food hall and pharmacy open over the festive season.

Shoppers can still shop the 70% off sale online with home delivery, or click and collect orders from the Knightsbridge store.

31 December - closed
1 January - closed
2 January - closed
3 January - closed

House of Fraser

Due to government guidelines, House of Fraser stores in Tier 4 across England and Wales will be temporarily closed. Stores in Scotland will also be closed.