Arminghall Carboot Sale

About this car boot sale

A Sunday and Wednesday car boot sale in South Norfolk, the East of England, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

Arminghall Carboot Sale car boot sale, South Norfolk

Arminghall Carboot Sale is a long-running grass car boot at Mattressman on Old Stoke Road, Norwich (NR14 8SQ), in the East of England. Established in 1987 and set in a scenic riverside spot near the Boudicca Way walkway, it runs every Wednesday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from March to November.

Buyers arrive from 7:30 AM and entry is completely free, with free parking for 1,500+ vehicles. Sellers can pitch up any time between 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM with no booking needed: £9 for a car or escort-size van, £12 for a larger van, £13 for a Luton, £15 for an XL Luton, £20 for an HGV, and trailers an extra £3 per pitch. Have your pitch fee ready on arrival.

As one of the largest boot sales in the region, it regularly hosts up to 600 stalls. On-site toilets, including disabled facilities, are available at the top of the field by the exit gate. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on a lead with fresh water provided. Please don't park on Old Stoke Road, Stoke Road or White Horse Lane.

Last confirmed open: 8 June 2026

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sunday and Wednesday, from March to November, buyers from 7.30am. Extra dates on bank holiday Mondays.

Open on: Sunday and Wednesday
Next date: Wednesday 23 September 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 7:30 AM
Sellers from: 5:30 AM
Season: March to November
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: Yes, open on Bank Holiday Mondays

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: parking, toilets, dogs on a lead and step-free access.

Dog friendly 🐾
Parking on site
Toilets on site
Wheelchair access
Outdoor venue
Around 500 stalls

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

Car boot sale pricing & entry fees

Entry is free for buyers; seller pitches from £9.

Entry for buyers

Free entry

Free

Gates open from 7:30 AM

Pitches for sellers

Car/Small Van £9 / Med-Large Van £12 / Luton £13 / XL Luton £15 / HGV £20 / Trailers +£3

Set up from 5:30 AM

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

What to expect

Around 500 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 7:30 AM, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 5:30 AM)
Size & crowd: Large & busy (~500 stalls)

Variety of second-hand bargains
Dog-friendly atmosphere
Family-friendly atmosphere
Step-free, accessible site
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 Arminghall Carboot Sale: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Arminghall Carboot Sale open today?

No — Arminghall Carboot Sale is not on today (Monday 21 September). The next sale is Wednesday 23 September.

Is Arminghall Carboot Sale on tomorrow?

No — Arminghall Carboot Sale is not on tomorrow (Tuesday 22 September). The next sale is Wednesday 23 September.

Is Arminghall Carboot Sale open this Saturday or Sunday?

Yes — Arminghall Carboot Sale is on this Sunday (27 September), but not on Saturday (26 September).

What time does Arminghall Carboot Sale start?

Buyers can arrive from 7:30 AM, sellers set up from 5:30 AM.

What are the 2026 dates for Arminghall Carboot Sale?

The next 2026 dates for Arminghall Carboot Sale are Wed 23 Sep, Sun 27 Sep and Wed 30 Sep.

How much does Arminghall Carboot Sale cost?

Buyer entry is free and a seller pitch costs car/Small Van £9 / Med-Large Van £12 / Luton £13 / XL Luton £15 / HGV £20 / Trailers +£3.

When is the next Arminghall Carboot Sale?

The next sale is expected on Wed 23 Sep, based on its regular schedule. It runs every Sunday and Wednesday plus Bank Holiday Mondays.

Is there parking at Arminghall Carboot Sale?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is Arminghall Carboot Sale dog friendly?

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

Does Arminghall Carboot Sale run all year round?

Arminghall Carboot Sale runs seasonally, March to November.

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Before you travel

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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.