West Bay Car Boot Sale

About this car boot sale

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

West Bay Car Boot Sale car boot sale, Bridport — Photo: Bridport Town Council

West Bay Car Boot Sale takes place every Sunday from April through October on West Bay Road in Bridport, on the scenic Dorset coast. Pitches are set out on a hardstanding gravel area, making it a reliable outdoor venue throughout the season.

The sale is managed by Bridport Town Council, which distributes the funds raised from pitch fees to community and voluntary organisations benefiting residents of the Bridport Local Area Partnership. Every penny of seller charges goes back into local community projects.

Sellers can arrive from 6.30 AM to set up, with buyers welcome from 7.30 AM until around 11.30 AM. All vehicles pay £7.00 (commercial catering £15.00), while entry for buyers is free. Expect around 50 stalls offering a wide range of secondhand bargains. Dogs are welcome and parking is available on site.

To confirm the sale is running, especially in uncertain weather, contact the organiser on 01308 456722 or check the Bridport Town Council website. Last confirmed: 10 September 2026.

Opening season & schedule

Open on Sundays, from April to October, buyers from 7.30am.

Open on: Sunday
Next date: Sunday 11 October 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 7.30am
Sellers from: 6.30am
Closes at: 11.30am
Season: April to October
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: No

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: parking and dogs on a lead.

Dog friendly 🐾
Parking on site
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

Entry is free for buyers; seller pitches from £7.

Entry for buyers

Free entry

Free

Gates open from 7.30am

Pitches for sellers

All vehicles £7 (commercial catering £15)

Set up from 6.30am

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 7.30am, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 6.30am)
Size & crowd: Moderate (~50 stalls)

Variety of second-hand bargains
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 West Bay Car Boot Sale: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is West Bay Car Boot Sale open today?

Yes — West Bay Car Boot Sale is open today, Sunday 11 October, with buyers in from 7.30am.

Is West Bay Car Boot Sale on tomorrow?

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

Is West Bay Car Boot Sale open this Saturday or Sunday?

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

What time does West Bay Car Boot Sale start?

Buyers can arrive from 7.30am, sellers set up from 6.30am, the sale closes around 11.30am.

What are the 2026 dates for West Bay Car Boot Sale?

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

How much does West Bay Car Boot Sale cost?

Buyer entry is free and a seller pitch costs all vehicles £7 (commercial catering £15).

When is the next West Bay Car Boot Sale?

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

Is there parking at West Bay Car Boot Sale?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is West Bay Car Boot Sale dog friendly?

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

Does West Bay Car Boot Sale run all year round?

No — West Bay Car Boot Sale runs seasonally, from April 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.