Thanet Lions Boot Fair

About this car boot sale

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

Thanet Lions Boot Fair car boot sale, Margate — Photo: Thanet Lions Club — used with attribution from the organiser's site

A charity boot fair run by Thanet Lions Club on the Drapers Mill school field in Margate, with the entrance on College Road. Gates open at 7.30am for sellers and 8am for buyers, and all pitch fees go to the club's charitable funds.

It runs on alternate Sundays through the summer; the club published 2026 dates of 3, 17 and 31 May, 14 and 28 June, 12 and 26 July, 9 and 23 August, and 6 and 20 September. Details confirmed on the Thanet Lions Club website, September 2026.

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sundays, from May to September, buyers from 8am.

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 20 September 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 8:00 AM
Sellers from: 7:30 AM
Closes at: 12:00 PM
Season: May to September
Frequency: Fortnightly
Bank holidays: No

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: refreshments.

Food & drink ☕
Outdoor venue

Only confirmed facilities are listed. Anything missing may still be there — tell us what to add.

Car boot sale pricing & entry fees

Entry and pitch prices have not been confirmed yet; the organiser's contact details are on this page.

Entry for buyers

Entry price to be confirmed.

Gates open from 8:00 AM

Pitches for sellers

Contact the organiser for current pitch prices.

Set up from 7:30 AM

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

What to expect

A quick guide based on this sale's opening times, size and facilities; see the reviews below for first-hand accounts.

Best time to arrive: From 8:00 AM, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 7:30 AM)
Size & crowd: Varies by week

Variety of second-hand bargains
Good food & drink options
Family-friendly atmosphere
Busiest first thing on a Sunday morning
Parking can be limited — arrive early
Mostly outdoors — few covered areas
Bring cash — most sellers are cash only

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Thanet Lions Boot Fair: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Thanet Lions Boot Fair open today?

No — Thanet Lions Boot Fair is not on today (Friday 11 September). The next sale is Sunday 20 September.

Is Thanet Lions Boot Fair on tomorrow?

No — Thanet Lions Boot Fair is not on tomorrow (Saturday 12 September). The next sale is Sunday 20 September.

Is Thanet Lions Boot Fair open this Saturday or Sunday?

No, Thanet Lions Boot Fair is not on this Saturday (12 September) and it is not on this Sunday (13 September). The next sale is Sunday 20 September.

What time does Thanet Lions Boot Fair start?

Buyers can arrive from 8:00 AM, sellers set up from 7:30 AM, the sale closes around 12:00 PM.

What are the 2026 dates for Thanet Lions Boot Fair?

The next 2026 dates for Thanet Lions Boot Fair are Sun 20 Sep.

How much does Thanet Lions Boot Fair cost?

Prices are being confirmed with the organiser.

When is the next Thanet Lions Boot Fair?

The next sale is expected on Sun 20 Sep, based on its regular schedule. It runs every other Sunday.

Is there parking at Thanet Lions Boot Fair?

Parking is limited — arrive early or use nearby parking.

Is Thanet Lions Boot Fair dog friendly?

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

Does Thanet Lions Boot Fair run all year round?

Thanet Lions Boot Fair runs seasonally, May 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.