Carpenters Bootsale

About this car boot sale

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

Carpenters Bootsale car boot sale, Rochford

Carpenters Bootsale is a large outdoor car boot sale held at Carpenters Field, Old A130, Rayleigh, SS6 9EY, in Essex. It runs every Sunday through the season (roughly April to early November), drawing bargain hunters from across South East Essex to one of the area's biggest weekly boot sales.

Sellers arrive from 6:00 AM and buyers can start browsing from 7:00 AM through to around 1:00 PM. Public entry is completely free for buyers, while seller pitches cost just £5.00 per car. Payment on site is cash only, so bring change to speed up your entry.

With around 130 stalls, there is something for everyone, including clothes, furniture, toys, electronics and more. A parking attendant is on hand to help you park, on-site toilets are available, and a refreshment stand serves food and drinks so you can grab a bite while you shop.

Last confirmed: 10 September 2026.

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sundays, from April to November, buyers from 7am.

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 4 October 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 7am
Sellers from: 6am
Season: April to November
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: No

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: parking, toilets and refreshments.

Parking on site
Toilets on site
Food & drink ☕
Outdoor venue
Around 130 stalls

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Car boot sale pricing & entry fees

Entry is free for buyers; seller pitches from £5 per car.

Entry for buyers

Free entry

Free

Gates open from 7am

Pitches for sellers

Car £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 130 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 7am, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 6am)
Size & crowd: Busy (~130 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 Carpenters Bootsale: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Carpenters Bootsale open today?

No — Carpenters Bootsale is not on today (Thursday 1 October). The next sale is Sunday 4 October.

Is Carpenters Bootsale on tomorrow?

No — Carpenters Bootsale is not on tomorrow (Friday 2 October). The next sale is Sunday 4 October.

Is Carpenters Bootsale open this Saturday or Sunday?

Yes — Carpenters Bootsale is on this Sunday (4 October), but not on Saturday (3 October).

What time does Carpenters Bootsale start?

Buyers can arrive from 7am, sellers set up from 6am.

What are the 2026 dates for Carpenters Bootsale?

The next 2026 dates for Carpenters Bootsale are Sun 4 Oct, Sun 11 Oct and Sun 18 Oct.

How much does Carpenters Bootsale cost?

Buyer entry is free and a seller pitch costs car £5.

When is the next Carpenters Bootsale?

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

Is there parking at Carpenters Bootsale?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is Carpenters Bootsale dog friendly?

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

Does Carpenters Bootsale run all year round?

No — Carpenters Bootsale runs seasonally, from April 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.