How Many Stores Does Morrisons Have

You know that moment when you’re standing in the aisle, trying to remember if you need baking soda or just a new sponge? For many of us, that moment happens at Morrisons. But have you ever wondered just how many of those familiar green-and-yellow signs are out there?

Let’s get the number out of the way

As of early 2025, Morrisons runs around 497 stores across the United Kingdom. That’s nearly 500 places where you can grab a pint of milk, a bunch of flowers, or a fresh-baked loaf from their in-store bakery.

Think of it like this: If you drove from Land’s End to John o’ Groats, you’d pass about one Morrisons every 12 miles. Not bad for a quick stop, right?

Why should you care about that number?

Because 497 stores means convenience is baked into the brand. Whether you live in a bustling city centre or a sleepy market town, there’s a good chance a Morrisons is within a short drive or bus ride.

My own mum refuses to shop anywhere else because “it’s just down the road, love.” That’s the power of a reliable local supermarket—it becomes part of your weekly rhythm.

Big stores, little stories

Not all Morrisons are giant superstore behemoths. Some are smaller “M Local” shops, perfect for grabbing a sandwich or a last-minute bottle of wine on your way home.

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I remember once sprinting into one of those little stores at 7:55 PM, just before closing, to buy candle wicks for a dinner party. The cashier didn’t even roll her eyes—she just said, “Good luck with the guests!” That’s the human touch a big chain rarely gets credit for.

How it compares to the other giants

So 497 stores sounds like a lot, but let’s put it in perspective. Tesco has over 4,000 UK stores, and Sainsbury’s has around 1,400. That means Morrisons is smaller, but it’s intimate—like the friendly cousin who always remembers your birthday.

Their focus is on fresh food and butchers and fishmongers inside the store. You don’t get that at a tiny convenience shop. You get it at a proper Morrisons.

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The number that matters most

Here’s the thing: the exact number changes all the time. Morrisons is always opening new stores, closing a few, or converting old ones. So while 497 is the current count, it’s really just a snapshot.

What doesn’t change is that feeling when you walk in and smell that freshly fried doughnut from the café counter. That’s the real reason we care about how many stores they have—because each one promises a familiar, comforting shopping trip.

Your local Morrisons is your story

So next time you’re pushing a trolley down the fruit and veg aisle, just know you’re one of nearly 500 communities sharing that same experience. Pretty cool, right?

Whether you’re there for a full weekly shop or just a pack of gum, that store belongs to your neighbourhood. And that’s what makes the number 497 not just a statistic, but a little piece of your daily life.