Dorchester Market

About this market

A Sunday part-covered car boot sale in Dorchester, the South West, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

Dorchester Market market, Dorchester — Photo: Neil Owen (Geograph), CC BY-SA 2.0

Dog friendly
Food & drink
Free entry
Indoor
Large sale
Outdoor
Weekly

Dorchester Market is one of Dorset's biggest markets, held on Weymouth Avenue in Dorchester (DT1 1QS) in the heart of the South West. It runs every Wednesday and Sunday, all year round, with both indoor and outdoor pitches on a concrete site just a short walk from the high street.

Sellers arrive from 6:30 AM and buyers from 7:00 AM, with the Sunday car boot running through to 12:30 PM. Entry is free for buyers, while sellers pay £8 for a single pitch or £15 for a double. To book a pitch or check availability, call the organiser on 07889 616166.

With around 200 stalls, there's plenty to browse across the indoor and outdoor sections. Refreshments are available on site, and dogs are welcome, making it an easy day out for the whole family.

Last confirmed: 10 September 2026.

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sundays, all year round, buyers from 7am.

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 11 October 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 7am
Sellers from: 6.30am
Closes at: 12.30pm
Season: All year round
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: No

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: refreshments and dogs on a lead.

Dog friendly 🐾
Food & drink ☕
Mixed venue
Around 200 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 £8.

Entry for buyers

Free entry

Free

Gates open from 7am

Pitches for sellers

Single pitch £8 / double pitch £15

Set up from 6.30am

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

What to expect

Around 200 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 6.30am)
Size & crowd: Large & busy (~200 stalls)

Variety of second-hand bargains
Good food & drink options
Dog-friendly atmosphere
Family-friendly atmosphere
Busiest first thing on a Sunday morning
Parking can be limited — arrive early
Bring cash — most sellers are cash only

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Dorchester Market: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Dorchester Market open today?

Yes — Dorchester Market is open today, Sunday 11 October, with buyers in from 7am.

Is Dorchester Market on tomorrow?

No — Dorchester Market is not on tomorrow (Monday 12 October). The next sale is Sunday 18 October.

Is Dorchester Market open this Saturday or Sunday?

Yes — Dorchester Market is on this Sunday (11 October), but not on Saturday (17 October).

What time does Dorchester Market start?

Buyers can arrive from 7am, sellers set up from 6.30am, the sale closes around 12.30pm.

What are the 2026 dates for Dorchester Market?

The next 2026 dates for Dorchester Market are Sun 11 Oct, Sun 18 Oct and Sun 25 Oct.

How much does Dorchester Market cost?

Buyer entry is free and a seller pitch costs single pitch £8 / double pitch £15.

When is the next Dorchester Market?

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

Is there parking at Dorchester Market?

Parking is limited — arrive early or use nearby parking.

Is Dorchester Market dog friendly?

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

Does Dorchester Market run all year round?

Yes — Dorchester Market runs all year round.

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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.