Sainsbury's

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. Late one night, a delivery driver parked his truck outside Sainsbury’s and noticed something odd. The store’s neon sign seemed to flicker in time with the hum of the refrigerated aisles. Curious, he peered inside through the glass doors—only to see rows upon rows of smiling vegetables waving back at him. Startled, he slammed the door shut and drove home, never mentioning what he saw. From then on, locals said you could always get fresh produce from Sainsbury’s if you visited late at night… as long as you didn’t mind talking to aubergines.

2. Late one night, an impatient shopper muttered under her breath as she pushed her cart past Sainsbury’s entrance: ‘Why does it always take so long?’ Suddenly, the doors opened wide on their own, startling her. As she stepped inside, a friendly voice called out from behind the deli counter: 'Welcome home, late-night shopper!' Turning around, she saw only an empty aisle and a puzzled-looking aubergine. Realizing she'd been talking to herself, she laughed and whispered, 'Next time I'll try Tesco.'

3. Early in the morning, before anyone else had arrived, a delivery driver pulled up to Sainsbury’s. The parking lot was empty except for one lone shopping trolley, its wheels spinning aimlessly. As he approached the store, he noticed an old lady pushing another trolley from behind. ‘Morning,’ she said cheerfully. ‘I see you’re early too—must be nice work!’ They chatted amiably until they both realized their mistake and burst out laughing together.

4. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to Sainsbury’s and saw a familiar face in the parking lot. ‘What are you doing here so late?’ he asked. The answer left him scratching his head. ‘I was just getting some last-minute ingredients for dinner,’ said a regular who lived nearby. The delivery driver shook his head, smiling. Next time, he thought, maybe I’ll join her impromptu picnic in the car park.