Essex County Christmas Fair
Essex County Christmas Fair is a Friday and Sunday car boot sale at Main Road, Boreham, Chelmsford, CM3 3HY, open to buyers from 2pm, with entry advance adult £9 all-day / £7 twilight; senior £7/£5; child 3-15 £5/£3; family £23/£17; under-3 free. On the day adult £12/£9. £1.50 booking fee per order. It runs friday 13 November to Sunday 15 November 2026, 2pm to 5pm. The next sale is Fri 13 Nov.
Is Essex County Christmas Fair open today?
Not on todayNo — Essex County Christmas Fair is not on today (Wednesday 7 October). The next sale is Friday 13 November.
- Tomorrow
- No — Essex County Christmas Fair is not on tomorrow (Thursday 8 October). The next sale is Friday 13 November.
- This weekend
- No — Essex County Christmas Fair is not on this weekend (10–11 October). The next sale is Friday 13 November.
- Opening times
- Buyers can arrive from 2pm, the sale closes around 5pm.
About this Christmas craft fair
A Friday and Sunday car boot sale in Chelmsford, the East of England, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.
A three-day Christmas fair in heated marquees and outdoor stalls in the grounds of Boreham House with over 150 independent businesses.
Essex County Christmas Fair is at New Hall Boreham House, Main Road, Boreham, Chelmsford, CM3 3HY. Friday 13 November to Sunday 15 November 2026. Doors are open 2pm to 5pm. Entry is free. The organiser lists around 150 stalls. Check the organiser's page for the layout. Dates, times and prices confirmed on the organiser's own page on 7 October 2026.
Opening season & schedule
Open on Fridays and Sundays, buyers from 2pm.
- Open on
- Friday and Sunday
- Next date
- Friday 13 November 2026 (confirmed)
- Buyers from
- 2pm
- Closes at
- 5pm
- Frequency
- Friday 13 November to Sunday 15 November 2026, 2pm to 5pm
- Bank holidays
- No
Features & Amenities
No facilities have been confirmed for this sale yet. If you have been, tell us what is there.
- Outdoor venue
- Around 150 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 advance adult £9 all-day / £7 twilight; senior £7/£5; child 3-15 £5/£3; family £23/£17; under-3 free. On the day adult £12/£9. £1.50 booking fee per order. Seller pitches stalls are booked with the organiser in advance; this is not a pitch-on-the-day sale.
Entry for buyers
Free entry
Pitches for sellers
Stalls are booked with the organiser in advance; this is not a pitch-on-the-day sale
Prices are a guide from the latest listing details — please confirm with the organiser before travelling.
What to expect
Around 150 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 2pm, when buyers are let in
- Size & crowd
- Busy (~150 stalls)
- Variety of second-hand bargains
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Busiest first thing on a Friday morning
- Parking can be limited — arrive early
- Mostly outdoors — few covered areas
- Bring cash — most sellers are cash only
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Essex County Christmas Fair: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.
Is Essex County Christmas Fair open today?
No — Essex County Christmas Fair is not on today (Wednesday 7 October). The next sale is Friday 13 November.
Is Essex County Christmas Fair on tomorrow?
No — Essex County Christmas Fair is not on tomorrow (Thursday 8 October). The next sale is Friday 13 November.
Is Essex County Christmas Fair open this Saturday or Sunday?
No — Essex County Christmas Fair is not on this weekend (10–11 October). The next sale is Friday 13 November.
What time does Essex County Christmas Fair start?
Buyers can arrive from 2pm, the sale closes around 5pm.
What are the 2026 dates for Essex County Christmas Fair?
The next 2026 dates for Essex County Christmas Fair are Fri 13 Nov, Sat 14 Nov and Sun 15 Nov.
How much does Essex County Christmas Fair cost?
Buyer entry is advance adult £9 all-day / £7 twilight; senior £7/£5; child 3-15 £5/£3; family £23/£17; under-3 free. On the day adult £12/£9. £1.50 booking fee per order and a seller pitch costs stalls are booked with the organiser in advance; this is not a pitch-on-the-day sale.
When is the next Essex County Christmas Fair?
The next sale is confirmed for Fri 13 Nov. It runs friday 13 November to Sunday 15 November 2026, 2pm to 5pm.
Is there parking at Essex County Christmas Fair?
Parking is limited — arrive early or use nearby parking.
Is Essex County Christmas Fair dog friendly?
Dogs are not listed for this sale — check with the organiser before travelling.
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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.