Do you know Morrisons reduction times?
I popped into Morrisons recently and had a quick chat with a lovely man holding the reduction gun. He was very open and gave me the full lowdown on the Morrisons reduction times. Of course, every store can be slightly different, but this guide gives you a really good idea of what to expect. It’s always worth asking a friendly member of staff too.
Many of my recipes use reduced foods because I want to show you that healthy, delicious meals don’t have to be expensive. Morrisons is one of the best places to find great-quality reductions that stretch your budget even further.
Morrisons Reduction Times
Morrisons use a clear, predictable pattern for their markdowns, which makes bargain-hunting much easier once you know the times.
First reductions: the evening before
If products are still on the shelves the day before their sell-by date, Morrisons often reduce them by around 20% that same evening. These aren’t the biggest bargains, but it’s a great time to grab items that freeze well or things you’ll use for tomorrow’s meals.
Second reductions: around 3pm
Items that are on their final day usually get reduced again at around 3pm — often to roughly 50% off. This is a brilliant time to nip into Morrisons if you happen to be nearby, especially for meat, bakery items and ready meals. These reductions make a noticeable difference to your weekly shop.
Final reductions: around 5pm
The biggest bargains usually land at around 5pm, when items are reduced by roughly 75%. If you’re looking for those jaw-dropping prices, this is the time to visit. By 8pm, pies and cooked foods are often sold off for pennies — perfect for quick dinners or stocking up the freezer.
One of my best-ever Morrisons finds was a large cheesecake for 1p — yes, 1p! I walked out of the store feeling very pleased with myself. Pies and warmed foods are usually great bargains in my local store, and they’re fab additions to the teenagers’ packed lunches.
Look for the yellow stickers!
If you have any tips or experiences, please do share them. We all love a bargain, and knowing when reductions happen helps everyone save money. The more we help each other, the better.
A quick reminder: if you ever see a group of people crowding around a staff member with the reduction gun, please don’t push in or hover over them. I’ve seen a poor assistant shoved aside before, and no bargain is worth losing your manners or someone else’s comfort. Reduced mince and yoghurt are great deals, but they’re not worth chaos.
Try not to be greedy — take what you need and leave some bargains for others who might really rely on them. Karma is a wonderful thing.
