While it may not feel like it, Christmas is just around the corner.
The ongoing pandemic in the UK has left many of us with little to feel excited about, but the festive period and all the glorious food it brings is definitely something to look forward to.
While the crisis has changed all aspects of every day life, including the way we shop, that hasn't stopped the supermarkets going all out, with many already releasing their Christmas store offerings for 2020.
So if you're eyeing up Christmas puddings and turkey crowns in preparation for this year, you may be wondering how early you should book a supermarket delivery slot.
So when do Christmas delivery slots open for 2020? Here's what Sainsbury's, Tesco, Morrisons, Asda and Waitrose have said.
Sainsbury's
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It's not yet been confirmed when delivery slots for Christmas will open at Sainsbury's but the supermarket will update shoppers through its Christmas Delivery Guide online.
Customers will have to log onto their Groceries Online account to find out the dates.
The option to collect in store is already available, however. Customers just need to select a store and date, choose their items, pay a deposit and collect in-store on December 22, 23, or 24 at a chosen time.
Tesco
While the crisis has changed all aspects of every day life, including the way we shop, that hasn't stopped the supermarkets going all out, with many already releasing their Christmas store offerings for 2020.
So if you're eyeing up Christmas puddings and turkey crowns in preparation for this year, you may be wondering how early you should book a supermarket delivery slot.
So when do Christmas delivery slots open for 2020? Here's what Sainsbury's, Tesco, Morrisons, Asda and Waitrose have said.
Sainsbury's
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It's not yet been confirmed when delivery slots for Christmas will open at Sainsbury's but the supermarket will update shoppers through its Christmas Delivery Guide online.
Customers will have to log onto their Groceries Online account to find out the dates.
The option to collect in store is already available, however. Customers just need to select a store and date, choose their items, pay a deposit and collect in-store on December 22, 23, or 24 at a chosen time.
Tesco
The supermarket's delivery slots for Christmas launch on November 13 for delivery saver customers and November 20 for non-delivery savers at 7am.
The Tesco website states: 'Don't forget, you can book a slot early if you're a Delivery Saver customer. Slots fill up quickly so set a reminder to make sure you don't miss out.'
You can also use Tesco's Click+Collect this Christmas, which means you can order your shopping to be ready and it will be waiting at your chosen collection point.
Morrisons
The store is yet to confirm its Christmas delivery slot launch date yet, but we'll update this article as soon as we know more.
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In 2019 slots opened up on November 27 for deliveries between December 20 and 24.
While delivery pass customers were given early access from November 6.
Waitrose
Waitrose has warned customers that delivery slot interest is 'high' this year.
The supermarket said: 'If you can 't find a delivery slot to suit, we still have Entertaining collection slots available for your Christmas turkey and festive feasts.'
You can collect in store with no minimum spend but orders need to be made by December 15 for Christmas.
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Asda
Christmas slots open on November 6 at Asda, or if you already have a Delivery Pass you can book from October 30.
Asda said: 'Pre-order your festive feast and let us take the hassle out of Christmas.
'Our delicious Food to Order range includes starters, mains, desserts and party foods, as well as a selection of vegan foods.
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'Whether delivered to your door or collected from your local store, your festive feast will make it a Christmas to be remembered.'
