York Car Boot Sale

About this car boot sale

A Saturday car boot sale in York, Yorkshire, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

Illustration of a car boot sale, not a photo of York Car Boot Sale — Illustration: AI-generated impression, not a photo of the venue

York Car Boot Sale is held on the grass at York Racecourse, Racecourse Road, Knavesmire Road, York (YO23 1EX). It runs every Saturday from late March through October, making it one of the largest and most popular outdoor car boots in the York area.

Gates open at 7:00 AM for both sellers and buyers. Entry is free for buyers. Seller pitches cost £15 for a car, £18 for a van and £3 for a trailer, paid on arrival. Note the sale does not run on race days, so check ahead before travelling.

With around 100 stalls spread across the spacious racecourse grounds, there is plenty of room to browse for bargains. On-site amenities include ample parking, toilets and refreshments, so you can make a morning of it.

Last confirmed: 10 September 2026.

Opening season & schedule

Open on Saturdays, from March to October, buyers from 7am.

Open on: Saturday
Next date: Saturday 17 October 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 7am
Sellers from: 7am
Closes at: 1pm
Season: March to October
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: No

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: parking, toilets and refreshments.

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

Entry is free for buyers; seller pitches from £15 per car.

Entry for buyers

Free entry

Free

Gates open from 7am

Pitches for sellers

Car £15 / Van £18 / Trailer £3

Set up from 7am

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 7am, when buyers are let in (sellers set up from 7am)
Size & crowd: Busy (~100 stalls)

Variety of second-hand bargains
Good food & drink options
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 York Car Boot Sale: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is York Car Boot Sale open today?

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

Is York Car Boot Sale on tomorrow?

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

Is York Car Boot Sale open this Saturday or Sunday?

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

What time does York Car Boot Sale start?

Buyers can arrive from 7am, sellers set up from 7am, the sale closes around 1pm.

What are the 2026 dates for York Car Boot Sale?

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

How much does York Car Boot Sale cost?

Buyer entry is free and a seller pitch costs car £15 / Van £18 / Trailer £3.

When is the next York Car Boot Sale?

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

Is there parking at York Car Boot Sale?

Yes, there is parking on site for visitors.

Is York Car Boot Sale dog friendly?

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

Does York Car Boot Sale run all year round?

No — York Car Boot Sale runs seasonally, from March to October.

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Before you travel

The Car Boot Directory aims to provide completely accurate information. That said, details can change over time. If you are the owner of this car boot sale, please contact us if any of the information on this listing is outdated and we will update it immediately.

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.