If you’re searching for Trafford Centre opening times, this is the one page you need. Below you’ll find today’s hours, typical weekly times, Sunday trading, bank holiday hours, late-night shopping, and which cafés and leisure spots open early or run later—everything purely about when things open and close so you can time your trip perfectly.
Today’s Trafford Centre opening times (and this week)
Typical shopping centre hours
| Day | Opening | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 | 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 22:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 22:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 22:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 21:00 |
| Sunday (shops) | 12:00 | 18:00 |
These hours match the centre’s live “Plan my visit” schedule. For the current week (and upcoming weeks), the official site lists 10:00–22:00 Mon–Fri, 10:00–21:00 Sat, and 12:00–18:00 Sun. Always check the live page on the day you travel in case of changes.
Quick tip: The Trafford Centre hosts a weekly Quiet Hour every Wednesday 10:00–11:00, when music/lights are reduced where possible—useful if you prefer a calmer environment.
Trafford Centre Sunday opening times
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Core retail trading: 12:00–18:00 (most large stores).
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Some food/coffee open earlier: e.g., McDonald’s from 07:00 and M&S Foodhall from 08:00, with many other cafés from 10:00. If you want breakfast before shops start trading, you can still head in for a bite. Check individual venues for their exact Sunday hours.
Bank holiday opening hours at the Trafford Centre
Bank holiday hours can differ slightly. For example, August Bank Holiday (Mon 25 Aug 2025) is listed as 10:00–20:00 for the centre. Expect similar tweaks on other bank holidays; the official page updates each holiday period, so check close to your visit.
Late-night shopping at Trafford Centre
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Mon–Fri: shops typically open until 22:00.
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Saturday: shops close 21:00.
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Sunday: shops close 18:00.
These are the centre’s standard late-night hours outside of seasonal extensions.
Trafford Centre restaurant & leisure opening times
While the centre has set trading hours, dining and leisure often run later. Examples from the official directory (times vary by day and venue):
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Odeon Trafford Centre: films run until around midnight.
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Namco Funscape (arcades/bowling): often until midnight.
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Paradise Island Adventure Golf: commonly until 23:00.
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Many restaurants (e.g., Nando’s, Tampopo) serve into the late evening; some kitchens close 22:00–23:30 depending on the day.
Always check the specific venue page before you set off.
Early openings
If you like a head start before the retail day kicks in:
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McDonald’s typically opens from 07:00.
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M&S Foodhall is often from 08:00.
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Many cafés show 10:00 opens on weekdays (earlier on some days).
These are examples from the live directory; individual brands set their own hours.
Premium & valet parking operating hours
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Premium Parking facility hours commonly run 08:00–22:00 (Mon–Fri), 08:00–21:00 (Sat), 08:00–18:00 (Sun), with valet and valet clean services on specific schedules (e.g., valet typically available 10:00–20:00 Mon–Fri, 10:00–19:00 Sat, 09:00–21:00 Sun, subject to change and last-entry cut-offs).
Note: Standard surface car parks generally follow overall centre operations; for exact locations and access, see the official parking info/map.
Seasonal changes
In peak season (e.g., Christmas), the Trafford Centre often extends weekday hours and may add special event times. These are announced on the live hours page each year—check the “Plan my visit” section for the latest seasonal schedule before you go.
The quick-glance cheat sheet
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Mon–Fri: 10:00–22:00
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Sat: 10:00–21:00
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Sun (retail): 12:00–18:00
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Dining & leisure: many open earlier and/or trade later—check the venue page (cinema and arcades often to midnight).
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Bank holidays: hours can differ (e.g., 10:00–20:00 on Mon 25 Aug 2025).
Sources: official live hours + directory.
Keep this page handy
Opening times do change (seasonal events, bank holidays, refurbishments). Before you travel, glance at the Trafford Centre live hours and, if you’re eating/playing, the specific venue listing for precise opening/last orders/last screenings.
Trafford Centre Opening Times – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What time does the Trafford Centre open today?
A: The centre’s standard trading hours are 10:00–22:00 Monday–Friday, 10:00–21:00 Saturday and 12:00–18:00 Sunday. Check the live “Plan my visit” page for the exact day you’re going—hours can change.
Q: What time does the Trafford Centre close tonight?
A: Typically 22:00 Monday–Friday, 21:00 Saturday, and 18:00 Sunday for retail. Always confirm on the live week view before travelling.
Q: What are Trafford Centre Sunday opening times?
A: Most large shops trade 12:00–18:00 on Sundays in line with UK Sunday trading rules; smaller units may differ. Check the centre’s live schedule.
Q: Are Trafford Centre hours different on bank holidays?
A: Yes, they can be shorter. For example, the Summer Bank Holiday (Monday 25 August 2025) is listed as 10:00–20:00. Always recheck near the date.
Q: Do restaurants, leisure and the cinema open later than the shops?
A: Many do. Examples include ODEON showings running to around midnight; Namco Funscape to midnight; Paradise Island Adventure Golf to 23:00; and some restaurants (e.g., Tampopo) until midnight. See each venue’s page for daily times.
Q: Is there anywhere open for breakfast before the shops?
A: Yes. McDonald’s at The Orient typically opens from 07:00 daily, and M&S (including its Foodhall) lists 08:00 weekday opens; verify your date in the directory.
Q: Where can I see today’s live Trafford Centre opening times?
A: Use the official “Plan my visit” page—it shows current and upcoming weeks, including bank holiday adjustments.
Q: Is there a quieter time to visit (Quiet Hour)?
A: Yes—Quiet Hour runs every Wednesday 10:00–11:00 with lowered music and dimmed lights where possible.
Q: Are Trafford Palazzo opening times the same as the Trafford Centre?
A: They’re very similar but published separately: typically 10:00–22:00 Mon–Fri, 10:00–21:00 Sat, 12:00–18:00 Sun. Check Trafford Palazzo’s own page if you’re heading there.
Q: What time does Premium Parking and Valet operate?
A: Premium Parking typically runs 08:00–22:00 (Mon–Fri), 08:00–21:00 (Sat), 08:00–18:00 (Sun). Valet is usually 10:00–20:00 (Mon–Fri), 10:00–19:00 (Sat), and 09:00–21:00 (Sun). See the Premium Parking page for the exact schedule and any last-entry cut-offs.
Q: Will the Trafford Centre’s big shops open on Christmas Day or Easter Sunday?
A: Large shops in England and Wales are legally required to close on Christmas Day and Easter Sunday, though some small shops and certain leisure/dining venues may operate different hours. Holiday hours are posted closer to the time on the centre site.
Q: Why do some individual store times not match the centre hours?
A: Individual retailers and cafés set their own hours (within legal limits), so some open earlier or trade later. Always check the store’s listing in the official directory.
