Where to find nappies in London late on a Sunday

Katerina Galkina · EN · 07/10/2026

Look for an actual open branch with the required size. After a large supermarket closes, check convenience stores, smaller supermarkets and transport-hub shops. A chain name alone is insufficient because hours vary.

Start with smaller shops

In England and Wales, shops up to 280 square metres may open at any time. Larger shops are normally limited to six consecutive Sunday hours between 10 am and 6 pm, with exceptions for certain outlets. These are permitted hours, not a promise that any shop is open. GOV.UK: trading hours ↗.

A nearby convenience branch may therefore be more useful than travelling to a large shopping centre.

Check the branch before travelling

Use the Tesco store locator ↗ or Sainsbury's store finder ↗ with your postcode. Check today's hours and, where possible, call about the required nappy size. An in-store pharmacy's hours may differ from the shop floor's.

Do not rely solely on a generic “24 hours” result; check the branch page and holiday changes.

Compare delivery with collection

Enter the actual address in a grocery delivery app before checking the product, size, timing and total. Delivery and service fees and a minimum order may apply. Availability changes, and a basket item does not confirm delivery.

Check substitution permissions. If size matters, reject unsuitable substitutions or remain available for contact. A small supply from someone you know may help while searching.

Meet the immediate need and replace your reserve

A small emergency pack may make more sense than a long trip for a lower unit price. Afterwards, plan supplies around actual use and keep the correct size in your changing bag.

NHS recommends changing wet or soiled nappies; do not delay to save the last one. NHS: nappy changing ↗. If affordability repeatedly causes shortages, ask a health visitor about local support or a baby bank.