Forest Farm Carboot Sale is a big outdoor car boot held at Forest Farm in Ilford, IG6 3HQ, on the Greater London / Essex border. Managed by Bonzer Bootsales, it runs every Tuesday from May through September and regularly pulls in around 76 stalls of bargains.
Gates open at 6:00 AM for both sellers and buyers, and the sale typically winds down by around 1:00 PM. Entry is free for buyers. Sellers pay £13 for a car, £20 for a van and £3 for a trailer, paid on arrival with no booking required.
Expect a busy, traditional outdoor boot with the usual mix of household goods, tools, clothing, toys and collectables. There is on-site parking, and as an outdoor sale it can be weather-dependent, so it is worth checking the organiser's page before setting off. You can reach the organisers on 02085906099.
Last confirmed open: 8 June 2026.
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