Boreham Car Boot Sale

About this car boot sale

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

Boreham Car Boot Sale car boot sale, Chelmsford

Boreham Car Boot Sale is one of the busiest car boot events in Essex, running for over 20 years on grassland off Generals Lane near Chelmsford. Held every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from March through November, it draws around 75 stalls of bargain hunters and sellers in the East of England.

Gates open at 5:00 AM for both sellers and buyers. Sellers pay £12 for a car, £15 for a small van or £20 for a large van, with no advance booking needed. Buyers pay £3 entry before 7am, dropping to just 50p after 7am.

Expect a large open-air, grass-pitch sale with on-site parking, refreshments and children's activities making it a family-friendly morning out. As an outdoor-only event it can be cancelled in poor weather, so check ahead before travelling.

Last confirmed open: 8 June 2026

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sundays, from March to November, buyers from 5am. Extra dates on bank holiday Mondays.

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 20 September 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 5:00 AM
Sellers from: 5:00 AM
Season: March to November
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: Yes, open on Bank Holiday Mondays

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: parking and refreshments.

Parking on site
Food & drink ☕
Outdoor venue
Around 75 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 £3 before 7am, 50p after; seller pitches from £12 per car.

Entry for buyers

£3 before 7am, 50p after

Gates open from 5:00 AM

Pitches for sellers

Car £12, small van £15, large van £20

Set up from 5:00 AM

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

What to expect

Around 75 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 5:00 AM, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 5:00 AM); early entry costs more
Size & crowd: Moderate (~75 stalls)

Variety of second-hand bargains
Good food & drink options
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 Boreham Car Boot Sale: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Boreham Car Boot Sale open today?

No — Boreham Car Boot Sale is not on today (Monday 14 September). The next sale is Sunday 20 September.

Is Boreham Car Boot Sale on tomorrow?

No — Boreham Car Boot Sale is not on tomorrow (Tuesday 15 September). The next sale is Sunday 20 September.

Is Boreham Car Boot Sale open this Saturday or Sunday?

No, Boreham Car Boot Sale is not on this Saturday (19 September) and yes, it is on this Sunday (20 September).

What time does Boreham Car Boot Sale start?

Buyers can arrive from 5:00 AM, sellers set up from 5:00 AM.

What are the 2026 dates for Boreham Car Boot Sale?

The next 2026 dates for Boreham Car Boot Sale are Sun 20 Sep, Sun 27 Sep and Sun 4 Oct.

How much does Boreham Car Boot Sale cost?

Buyer entry is £3 before 7am, 50p after and a seller pitch costs car £12, small van £15, large van £20.

When is the next Boreham Car Boot Sale?

The next sale is expected on Sun 20 Sep, based on its regular schedule. It runs every Sunday plus Bank Holiday Mondays.

Is there parking at Boreham Car Boot Sale?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is Boreham Car Boot Sale dog friendly?

Dogs are not listed for this sale — check with the organiser before travelling.

Does Boreham Car Boot Sale run all year round?

Boreham Car Boot Sale runs seasonally, March to November.

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Before you travel

The Car Boot Directory aims to provide completely accurate information. That said, details can change over time. If you are the owner of this car boot sale, please contact us if any of the information on this listing is outdated and we will update it immediately.

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.