Tesco is advancing its 2024 Christmas delivery schedule, enhancing accessibility for shoppers.
- The retailer introduces 60 additional delivery vans to meet increasing demand.
- Priority booking for Christmas delivery opens earlier for delivery saver subscribers on November 5th.
- General booking for all customers begins on November 13th.
- The Whoosh service expands, offering last-minute delivery slots up to Christmas Eve.
Tesco is pioneering its Christmas delivery schedule by advancing the availability of its delivery slots for the 2024 festive season. This proactive approach allows the retailer to enhance its ability to cater to increased demand during the peak holiday period. To efficiently address customer needs, Tesco is introducing 60 additional delivery vans, which will bolster the existing fleet, ensuring a seamless delivery experience across the United Kingdom.
Subscribers to Tesco’s delivery saver or click-and-collect plans are privileged with early access to booking their Christmas delivery slots. These subscribers can begin securing their preferred delivery times as early as November 5th at 6 a.m., a week ahead of general availability. This exclusive window is designed to provide a more streamlined shopping experience for frequent customers who depend on timely deliveries during the holiday rush.
For the general public, the window to book delivery slots opens on November 13th at 6 a.m. This timeline adjustment seeks to accommodate a broader customer base during a crucial shopping period. The initiative ensures that all customers have the opportunity to plan their grocery shopping well in advance of Christmas celebrations.
Significantly, the expansion of Tesco’s Whoosh service is set to accommodate last-minute Christmas Eve shoppers. This service increases the number of available delivery slots on the day, allowing customers to procure essential or forgotten items right before Christmas Day. Tom Denyard, Tesco’s online managing director, expressed enthusiasm about the enhanced delivery capabilities, stating, “We’re looking forward to helping customers across the UK pick up their family favorites or treat themselves to something special this festive season.”
Tesco’s early scheduling and expanded services reflect a commitment to customer satisfaction during the holiday season.
