Bowlee Carboot Sale

About this car boot sale

A Sunday car boot sale in Rochdale, the North West, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

Bowlee Carboot Sale car boot sale, Rochdale

Bowlee Carboot Sale is a large seasonal open-air car boot held at Bowlee Community Park, Heywood Old Road, Middleton, Manchester (M24 4SB). Run by Rochdale Borough Council, it takes place every Sunday and on Bank Holiday Mondays from April to October, just outside Middleton in the North West of England.

Gates open for sellers at 6:00 AM and for buyers from 6:30 AM, with trading running through to about 1:30 PM. Buyer entry is free, though car parking costs £2.50. Pitch prices are £15 for cars, £20 for 4x4s and small vans, and £25 for large vans, paid on the day on a grass and concrete site.

Expect around 100 stalls selling new and used homewares, clothes, toys and games, plus onsite refreshments. This is a highly attended, family-friendly event in Greater Manchester with on-site parking, toilets, catering and disabled access.

Last confirmed: 10 September 2026.

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sundays, from April to October, buyers from 6.30am. Extra dates on bank holiday Mondays.

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 11 October 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 6.30am
Sellers from: 6am
Closes at: 1.30pm
Season: April to October
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: Yes, open on Bank Holiday Mondays

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: parking, toilets, refreshments and step-free access.

Parking on site
Toilets on site
Food & drink ☕
Wheelchair access
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

Entry is free for buyers (Car parking £2.50); seller pitches from £15 per car.

Entry for buyers

Free entry

Free (Car parking £2.50)

Gates open from 6.30am

Pitches for sellers

Car £15 / 4x4 or Small Van £20 / Large Van £25

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 6.30am, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 6am)
Size & crowd: Busy (~100 stalls)

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

Is Bowlee Carboot Sale open today?

Yes — Bowlee Carboot Sale is open today, Sunday 11 October, with buyers in from 6.30am.

Is Bowlee Carboot Sale on tomorrow?

No — Bowlee Carboot Sale is not on tomorrow (Monday 12 October).

Is Bowlee Carboot Sale open this Saturday or Sunday?

Yes — Bowlee Carboot Sale is on this Sunday (11 October), but not on Saturday (17 October).

What time does Bowlee Carboot Sale start?

Buyers can arrive from 6.30am, sellers set up from 6am, the sale closes around 1.30pm.

What are the 2026 dates for Bowlee Carboot Sale?

The next 2026 dates for Bowlee Carboot Sale are Sun 11 Oct.

How much does Bowlee Carboot Sale cost?

Buyer entry is free (Car parking £2.50) and a seller pitch costs car £15 / 4x4 or Small Van £20 / Large Van £25.

When is the next Bowlee Carboot Sale?

The next sale is expected on Sun 11 Oct, based on its regular schedule. It runs every Sunday plus Bank Holiday Mondays.

Is there parking at Bowlee Carboot Sale?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is Bowlee Carboot Sale dog friendly?

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

Does Bowlee Carboot Sale run all year round?

No — Bowlee Carboot Sale runs seasonally, from April 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.