Hillside Carboot Sale

About this car boot sale

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

Hillside Carboot Sale car boot sale, East Hampshire — Photo: Hillside Carboot Sale (organiser's own photo)

Hillside Carboot Sale is a family-run sale set across 13 acres of grass at Hillside Nurseries, Basingstoke Road, Alton (GU34 4BH). Running since 1990, it takes place every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from Easter through to the end of September in the rolling hills of Alton, just off the A339 Basingstoke to Alton road for quick, queue-free access.

Gates open at 7:00 AM for both sellers and buyers, running until 1:00 PM. Buyer entry is £1 per adult between 7AM and 8AM, then 50p from 8AM onwards; children, disabled visitors and senior citizens over 65 go free. Seller pitches are £10 for any size of vehicle, or £5 for charities. No booking is required and entry is never refused, so just turn up on the day.

Expect around 50 stalls of bargains, with a modern cafe (including takeaway), a children's playground and plenty of on-site parking. Disabled facilities cover both the cafe and toilets, and dogs are welcome on the premises. Affordable pricing has made it the best-value boot sale in the area, drawing visitors from as far as London.

Sat-nav: use GU34 4BH, as given on the organiser's own website — some listings quote GU34 3BH, which is over 5 km away on the far side of Alton. Last confirmed: 10 September 2026 (the 2026 season ends on 27 September).

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sundays, from April to September, buyers from 7am. Extra dates on bank holiday Mondays.

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 13 September 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 7:00 AM
Sellers from: 7:00 AM
Season: April to September
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: Yes, open on Bank Holiday Mondays

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: parking, toilets, refreshments, dogs on a lead and step-free access.

Dog friendly 🐾
Parking on site
Toilets on site
Food & drink ☕
Wheelchair access
Outdoor venue
Around 50 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 £1 per adult (7-8AM), 50p after 8AM; children, disabled visitors and over-65s free. Seller pitches from £10.

Entry for buyers

£1 per adult (7-8AM), 50p after 8AM; children, disabled visitors and over-65s free

Gates open from 7:00 AM

Pitches for sellers

Any size pitch £10 (charities £5)

Set up from 7:00 AM

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

What to expect

Around 50 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 7:00 AM)
Size & crowd: Moderate (~50 stalls)

Variety of second-hand bargains
Good food & drink options
Dog-friendly atmosphere
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 Hillside Carboot Sale: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Hillside Carboot Sale open today?

No — Hillside Carboot Sale is not on today (Friday 11 September). The next sale is Sunday 13 September.

Is Hillside Carboot Sale on tomorrow?

No — Hillside Carboot Sale is not on tomorrow (Saturday 12 September). The next sale is Sunday 13 September.

Is Hillside Carboot Sale open this Saturday or Sunday?

No, Hillside Carboot Sale is not on this Saturday (12 September) and yes, it is on this Sunday (13 September).

What time does Hillside Carboot Sale start?

Buyers can arrive from 7:00 AM, sellers set up from 7:00 AM.

What are the 2026 dates for Hillside Carboot Sale?

The next 2026 dates for Hillside Carboot Sale are Sun 13 Sep, Sun 20 Sep and Sun 27 Sep.

How much does Hillside Carboot Sale cost?

Buyer entry is £1 per adult (7-8AM), 50p after 8AM; children, disabled visitors and over-65s free and a seller pitch costs any size pitch £10 (charities £5).

When is the next Hillside Carboot Sale?

The next sale is expected on Sun 13 Sep, based on its regular schedule. It runs every Sunday plus Bank Holiday Mondays.

Is there parking at Hillside Carboot Sale?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is Hillside Carboot Sale dog friendly?

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

Does Hillside Carboot Sale run all year round?

Hillside Carboot Sale runs seasonally, April to September.

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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.