Fordham Car Boot

About this car boot sale

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

Fordham Car Boot car boot sale, East Cambridgeshire

Fordham Car Boot is a well-known, long-standing outdoor car boot sale on grass at Collins Hill, Fordham, Ely CB7 5PD. Set in East Anglia between Newmarket and Ely, it is clearly signposted from the A14 and A142 and runs fortnightly on Sundays through the season from April to October.

Sellers arrive from 6:30 AM and buyers from 7:00 AM. Pitches are priced at £10 for cars, £12 for small vans, £15 for large vans and £2 for trailers. Buyer entry is £1 for adults, with children free; the 2026 season runs every two weeks from 12 April to 11 October. To confirm dates or weather cancellations, contact the organiser on 07836359502 or visit fordhamcarbootsales.co.uk.

With around 100 stalls, expect a busy mix of bargains, second-hand goods and household finds. Visitors get free unlimited parking including disabled access parking, private on-site toilets, approved caterers serving food and refreshments throughout the day, and a variety of child amusements.

Last confirmed open: 8 June 2026

Opening season & schedule

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

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 27 September 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 7:00 AM
Sellers from: 6:30 AM
Closes at: 1:00 PM
Season: April to October
Frequency: Fortnightly
Bank holidays: No

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

Buyers pay adults £1 / Children free; seller pitches from £10 per car.

Entry for buyers

Adults £1 / Children free

Gates open from 7:00 AM

Pitches for sellers

Car £10 / Small van £12 / Large van £15 / Trailer £2

Set up from 6:30 AM

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 7:00 AM, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 6:30 AM)
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 Fordham Car Boot: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Fordham Car Boot open today?

No — Fordham Car Boot is not on today (Monday 14 September). The next sale is Sunday 27 September.

Is Fordham Car Boot on tomorrow?

No — Fordham Car Boot is not on tomorrow (Tuesday 15 September). The next sale is Sunday 27 September.

Is Fordham Car Boot open this Saturday or Sunday?

No, Fordham Car Boot is not on this Saturday (19 September) and it is not on this Sunday (20 September). The next sale is Sunday 27 September.

What time does Fordham Car Boot start?

Buyers can arrive from 7:00 AM, sellers set up from 6:30 AM, the sale closes around 1:00 PM.

What are the 2026 dates for Fordham Car Boot?

The next 2026 dates for Fordham Car Boot are Sun 27 Sep and Sun 11 Oct.

How much does Fordham Car Boot cost?

Buyer entry is adults £1 / Children free and a seller pitch costs car £10 / Small van £12 / Large van £15 / Trailer £2.

When is the next Fordham Car Boot?

The next sale is expected on Sun 27 Sep, based on its regular schedule. It runs every other Sunday.

Is there parking at Fordham Car Boot?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is Fordham Car Boot dog friendly?

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

Does Fordham Car Boot run all year round?

Fordham Car Boot runs seasonally, 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.