Christmas delivery slots 2026 are open for booking at Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury’s. If you’re planning a grocery delivery close to Christmas Day, enter your postcode before filling your basket. The booking calendar will show the dates and times available for your address.
Asda and Sainsbury’s opened general booking in October, while Tesco opened its slots to all customers on 5 November. Tesco says it has added 60,000 Christmas delivery slots compared with last year. If your preferred time has already gone, check Click & Collect or book an earlier delivery for the items you can store. www.tescoplc.com
Christmas Delivery Slots 2026 by Supermarket
| Supermarket | General booking opened | Where to book |
|---|---|---|
| Asda | 20 October 2026 | Asda Christmas groceries |
| Sainsbury’s | 23 October 2026 | Sainsbury’s Groceries |
| Tesco | 5 November 2026 | Tesco Christmas groceries |
These are the dates general booking opened. Some delivery pass holders had earlier access. For current availability, sign in and check the slot calendar for your postcode. www.tescoplc.com
How to Book a Christmas Grocery Delivery
Sign in to your supermarket account and check that your delivery address is correct. Open the slot calendar and look at several dates around your preferred day. If you can be flexible, check early morning and evening times as well.
Before you confirm, review the delivery fee, minimum basket value and deadline for editing your order. Complete checkout and look for the confirmation email or order number in your account. If you plan to add groceries later, make a note of the amendment deadline.
Check festive preorders separately. Christmas centrepieces and party food may have their own order deadlines. Tesco, for example, lists 11.45 pm on 14 December as the checkout deadline for its Festive Food to Order range. www.tesco.com
What to Do If Your Christmas Delivery Slot Is Full
Check Click & Collect at Nearby Stores
Switch to Click & Collect and check the stores you can reasonably get to. A nearby branch may have a collection window even when home delivery is full. Before you book, confirm the collection location and make sure the time fits around your Christmas plans. www.asda.com
Split Your Christmas Shop Into Two Orders
Buy cupboard essentials, drinks and frozen food earlier in December if you have room to store them. Keep a shorter list for fresh produce, bread and anything else you’d prefer to buy closer to Christmas. If a late slot never opens up, you’ll have less to pick up in store.
If you’re also planning your budget, read FoodFuture’s guide to UK food prices before Christmas.
Decide Which Items You’re Happy to Substitute
Check your substitution preferences where the supermarket offers them. You might be happy with a different brand of crackers, but a missing main course or an unsuitable replacement for a guest with dietary requirements can change the menu. Have a backup for anything your meal depends on.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Book Christmas Grocery Delivery Without a Delivery Pass?
Yes. General booking has opened at Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury’s. Check your postcode to see which delivery or collection times are still available. www.tescoplc.com
Can I Get a Grocery Delivery on Christmas Eve?
Check the supermarket’s booking calendar for 24 December. If the date is unavailable at your address, try an earlier delivery date or check Click & Collect at a nearby branch.
Can I Add Groceries After Booking a Slot?
Check the amendment deadline in your order confirmation or supermarket account. If you want to add items from a festive preorder range, check its separate deadline before leaving those items until later.
