Tansley Car Boot

About this car boot sale

A Sunday car boot sale in North East Derbyshire, the East Midlands, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

Tansley Car Boot car boot sale, North East Derbyshire

Tansley Car Boot is the largest open-air market and car boot sale in the Midlands, set in beautiful Derbyshire countryside at Tansley near Matlock, DE55 6DB. This family-run event runs every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from February through to November, combining a regular market, car boot, farmer's market, and artisan and craft stalls.

Gates open to buyers from 6:00 AM, with entry £3 per car or £1.50 per person on foot, including parking. Sellers can arrive between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Seller prices are £12 for a car, £14 for a small pickup, £13 for a small van, and £18 for a large van or pickup; trade and new goods are £18 for any vehicle. There are no trailer charges and table hire is available at £7 plus a refundable deposit.

Expect around 150 stalls across grass fields with second-hand bargains, new goods, and handmade items. On-site facilities include toilets, disabled access, and ample parking. Dogs are welcome, and refreshments cover hot and cold food, doughnuts, ice cream, and speciality coffees while you take in the countryside views.

Last confirmed open: 8 June 2026

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sundays, from February to November, buyers from 6am. Extra dates on bank holiday Mondays.

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 11 October 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 6am
Sellers from: 6am
Season: February to November
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 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 £3 per car / £1.50 on foot; seller pitches from £12 per car.

Entry for buyers

£3 per car / £1.50 on foot

Gates open from 6am

Pitches for sellers

Car £12 / Small Pickup £14 / Small Van £13 / Large Van/Pickup £18 / Trade £18

Set up from 6am

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 6am, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 6am)
Size & crowd: Busy (~150 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 Tansley Car Boot: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Tansley Car Boot open today?

Yes — Tansley Car Boot is open today, Sunday 11 October, with buyers in from 6am.

Is Tansley Car Boot on tomorrow?

No — Tansley Car Boot is not on tomorrow (Monday 12 October). The next sale is Sunday 18 October.

Is Tansley Car Boot open this Saturday or Sunday?

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

What time does Tansley Car Boot start?

Buyers can arrive from 6am, sellers set up from 6am.

What are the 2026 dates for Tansley Car Boot?

The next 2026 dates for Tansley Car Boot are Sun 11 Oct, Sun 18 Oct and Sun 25 Oct.

How much does Tansley Car Boot cost?

Buyer entry is £3 per car / £1.50 on foot and a seller pitch costs car £12 / Small Pickup £14 / Small Van £13 / Large Van/Pickup £18 / Trade £18.

When is the next Tansley Car Boot?

The next sale is expected on Sun 11 Oct, based on its regular schedule. It runs every Sunday plus Bank Holiday Mondays.

Is there parking at Tansley Car Boot?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is Tansley Car Boot dog friendly?

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

Does Tansley Car Boot run all year round?

No — Tansley Car Boot runs seasonally, from February to November.

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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.