A47 Carboot Sale

About this car boot sale

A Sunday car boot sale in Blaby, the East Midlands, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

The A47 Carboot Sale is a large outdoor car boot held on grass at Desford Rd, Leicester (LE9 9JE), in the East Midlands. It runs every Sunday from March through to October, just outside Leicester city centre, drawing around 100 stalls each week.

Gates open from 6:00 AM for both sellers and buyers, and the sale winds down around 1:30 PM. Buyer entry is £1.50 per person (under 12s free). Seller pitches start at £7 for cars, with small vans £10, medium vans £12, large vans £15, and trailers from £3 to £5. No bookings are required — just turn up on the day. Tables can be hired for £5 per day.

Expect a busy grass field with a strong mix of household goods, collectables and bargains. On-site amenities include parking, toilets and refreshments, and dogs are allowed. Organisers ask that you take all rubbish and unsold items home and respect the countryside.

Last confirmed open: 8 June 2026

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sundays, from March to October, buyers from 6am.

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 4 October 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 6am
Sellers from: 6am
Closes at: 1.30pm
Season: March to October
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: No

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: parking, toilets, refreshments and dogs on a lead.

Dog friendly 🐾
Parking on site
Toilets on site
Food & drink ☕
Outdoor venue
Around 100 stalls

Only confirmed facilities are listed. Anything missing may still be there — tell us what to add.

Car boot sale pricing & entry fees

Buyers pay £1.50 per person (under 12s free); seller pitches from £7 per car.

Entry for buyers

£1.50 per person (under 12s free)

Gates open from 6am

Pitches for sellers

Car £7 / Small Van £10 / Medium Van £12 / Large Van £15 / Small Trailer £3 / Large Trailer £4-£5

Set up from 6am

Prices are a guide from the latest listing details — please confirm with the organiser before travelling.

What to expect

Around 100 stalls, busiest in the first hour. A quick guide based on the opening times, size and facilities; see the reviews below for first-hand accounts.

Best time to arrive: From 6am, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 6am)
Size & crowd: Busy (~100 stalls)

Variety of second-hand bargains
Good food & drink options
Dog-friendly atmosphere
Family-friendly atmosphere
Busiest first thing on a Sunday morning
Mostly outdoors — few covered areas
Bring cash — most sellers are cash only

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about A47 Carboot Sale: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is A47 Carboot Sale open today?

No — A47 Carboot Sale is not on today (Thursday 1 October). The next sale is Sunday 4 October.

Is A47 Carboot Sale on tomorrow?

No — A47 Carboot Sale is not on tomorrow (Friday 2 October). The next sale is Sunday 4 October.

Is A47 Carboot Sale open this Saturday or Sunday?

Yes — A47 Carboot Sale is on this Sunday (4 October), but not on Saturday (3 October).

What time does A47 Carboot Sale start?

Buyers can arrive from 6am, sellers set up from 6am, the sale closes around 1.30pm.

What are the 2026 dates for A47 Carboot Sale?

The next 2026 dates for A47 Carboot Sale are Sun 4 Oct, Sun 11 Oct and Sun 18 Oct.

How much does A47 Carboot Sale cost?

Buyer entry is £1.50 per person (under 12s free) and a seller pitch costs car £7 / Small Van £10 / Medium Van £12 / Large Van £15 / Small Trailer £3 / Large Trailer £4-£5.

When is the next A47 Carboot Sale?

The next sale is expected on Sun 4 Oct, based on its regular schedule. It runs every Sunday.

Is there parking at A47 Carboot Sale?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is A47 Carboot Sale dog friendly?

Yes, well-behaved dogs on a lead are welcome.

Does A47 Carboot Sale run all year round?

No — A47 Carboot Sale runs seasonally, from March to October.

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Please contact the car boot organiser or check their official website to confirm it is running. Some car boot sales cancel due to poor weather if they do not have indoor facilities.