Rutland Showground Car Boot

About this car boot sale

A Saturday car boot sale in Oakham, the East Midlands, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

Rutland Showground Car Boot car boot sale, Oakham

Dog friendly
Food & drink
Fortnightly
Large sale
Outdoor
Parking
Toilets on site

Rutland Showground Car Boot is a large outdoor sale held at Rutland Showground in Oakham, Rutland (LE15 7TW). It runs on regular Saturdays through the season, typically from March to October, and is one of the biggest car boot sales in the area.

Sellers set up from 9:00 AM, early-bird buyers can enter from 9:00 AM for £2, and the main public gate opens at 11:00 AM with entry £1 for adults (under 16s free) until 3:00 PM. Pitches are £8 for cars, £10 for a car and trailer or small van and £12 for large vans. There is no need to pre-book a pitch — just turn up between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. The organisers post a confirmation for each Saturday on rutlandcarboot.com, as the sale depends on ground conditions and the weather.

With over 100 stalls regularly, there is plenty to browse. On-site facilities include free parking, toilets and refreshments, and dogs are welcome. The showground setting offers ample space and easy access for both bargain hunters and sellers.

Last confirmed: 10 September 2026 (rutlandcarboot.com).

Opening season & schedule

Open on Saturdays, from March to October, buyers from 11am.

Open on: Saturday
Next date: Saturday 17 October 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 11am
Sellers from: 9am
Closes at: 3pm
Season: March to October
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: No

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: parking, toilets, refreshments and dogs on a lead.

Dog friendly 🐾
Parking on site
Toilets on site
Food & drink ☕
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 from 11am / Early bird (9-11am) £2 / Under 16s free; seller pitches from £8 per car.

Entry for buyers

Adults £1 from 11am / Early bird (9-11am) £2 / Under 16s free

Gates open from 11am

Pitches for sellers

Car £8 / Car & trailer £10 / Small van £10 / Large van £12

Set up from 9am

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 11am, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 9am); early entry costs more
Size & crowd: Busy (~100 stalls)

Variety of second-hand bargains
Good food & drink options
Dog-friendly atmosphere
Family-friendly atmosphere
Busiest first thing on a Saturday morning
Mostly outdoors — few covered areas
Bring cash — most sellers are cash only

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Rutland Showground Car Boot: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Rutland Showground Car Boot open today?

No — Rutland Showground Car Boot is not on today (Sunday 11 October). The next sale is Saturday 17 October.

Is Rutland Showground Car Boot on tomorrow?

No — Rutland Showground Car Boot is not on tomorrow (Monday 12 October). The next sale is Saturday 17 October.

Is Rutland Showground Car Boot open this Saturday or Sunday?

Yes — Rutland Showground Car Boot is on this Saturday (17 October), but not on Sunday (11 October).

What time does Rutland Showground Car Boot start?

Buyers can arrive from 11am, sellers set up from 9am, the sale closes around 3pm.

What are the 2026 dates for Rutland Showground Car Boot?

The next 2026 dates for Rutland Showground Car Boot are Sat 17 Oct, Sat 24 Oct and Sat 31 Oct.

How much does Rutland Showground Car Boot cost?

Buyer entry is adults £1 from 11am / Early bird (9-11am) £2 / Under 16s free and a seller pitch costs car £8 / Car & trailer £10 / Small van £10 / Large van £12.

When is the next Rutland Showground Car Boot?

The next sale is expected on Sat 17 Oct, based on its regular schedule. It runs every Saturday.

Is there parking at Rutland Showground Car Boot?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is Rutland Showground Car Boot dog friendly?

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

Does Rutland Showground Car Boot run all year round?

No — Rutland Showground Car Boot runs seasonally, from March to October.

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Before you travel

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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.