When most outdoor markets close for the season, Britain’s all‑weather car boot sales become treasure‑troves for bargain hunters. From heated indoor halls in Lancashire to covered car parks in Cheshire, these winter‑proof boots guarantee year‑round rummaging. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just love the thrill of the hunt, the following sales deliver consistent dates, shelter from the elements and plenty of bargains.
After exploring every region across our directory, and checking official pages and social posts for the most up‑to‑date status, we’ve rounded up the absolute best winter car boot sales the UK has to offer. Here’s where to find your next cold‑season bargain.
1. Clitheroe Car Boot Sale
The Lancashire favourite runs every Sunday all year round and boasts over 200 stalls across two indoor barns and an outdoor yard. This mix of indoor and outdoor space means shoppers can hunt for bargains whatever the weather, while sellers have space for cars, vans and trailers.
- Season: All year round
- Opens: Sundays, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Entry: 50p per adult
Why visit: Indoor barns provide shelter and the site has free parking, toilets and refreshments.
2. Darwen Salerooms Car Boot Sale
Run in a heated auction hall, this Darwen, Lancashire car boot operates every Saturday and Sunday throughout the year. A café serving homemade goodies makes a winter morning’s treasure hunt a treat.
- Season: All year round
- Opens: Saturdays 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sundays 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Entry: Free for buyers; £10 per table for sellers
Why go: It’s indoors, with free parking and even an antique centre on the premises.
3. Rufforth Car Boot Sale
One of North Yorkshire’s biggest car boots, Rufforth runs every Sunday all year round and features indoor barns and hard‑standing outdoor pitches. A 5‑star café and dog‑friendly policy make for a warm winter visit.
- Season: All year round
- Opens: Sundays, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Entry: £1.50 per car (buyers); sellers from £9
Why go: Heated indoor barns, hard‑standing outdoor pitches and a café keep winter shoppers comfortable.
4. Belfast Car Boot Sale
This Northern Ireland Sunday boot sale is weekly and runs all year. At Shorts Club on Holywood Road, it’s popular with locals and visitors alike.
- Season: All year round
- Opens: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Entry: Free to buyers; £5–£15 for sellers
Why visit: Regular social posts help you plan your trip. Refreshments on site and free entry for buyers.
5. Hexham Car Boot Fair
Northumberland’s biggest boot fair runs every Sunday throughout the year and draws buyer crowds of more than 1,000. Indoor and outdoor pitches mean it’s on whatever the weather.
- Season: All year round
- Opens: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Entry: From £5 before 11:00 AM; £1 after 12:00 PM (buyers)
Why go: Massive site with covered areas, refreshments and rigorous quality controls.
6. Bushey Winter Boot Sale
Born with winter in mind, Bushey Winter Boot Sale runs every Sunday from 7:00 AM. Organisers switch between winter and summer venues so bargain hunters don’t miss a week.
- Season: All year round
- Opens: Sundays, 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Entry: £2 before 9:00 AM / £1 after
Why go: Toilets and parking on site, plus regular social‑media updates ensure it runs right through winter.
7. Hartford Park & Ride Car Boot
This Norwich car boot is open every Sunday on hard‑standing ground, so there’s no excuse for muddy fields. It’s dog‑friendly and also serves hot drinks and snacks.
- Season: All year round
- Opens: Sundays, 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Entry: Buyers free; sellers £8 (cars) / £10 (vans)
Why go: Tarmac parking and early opening make it an East Anglian winter winner.
8. Runcorn Car Boot Sale
Based in a shopping‑centre car park, Runcorn Car Boot Sale runs on the first Sunday of each month all year round. As it’s under cover, the weather is never an issue.
- Season: All year round
- Opens: First Sunday each month, 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Entry: Free to buyers; sellers £10–£15
Why visit: Under‑cover stalls, toilets, refreshments and even a cash point on site.
9. Caldies Car Boot Sale
Located at Calderstones School, Liverpool, this boot sale has several dates throughout the year and is promoted as an all‑year‑round event. While not weekly, it provides a winter option when other markets have closed.
- Season: All year
- Opens: Selected Sundays, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Entry: £1 per adult
Why visit: Mix of indoor and outdoor pitches and easy parking. Check their Facebook page for current dates.
10. Leek Sunday Market & Car Boot
This Staffordshire market runs on alternate Sundays all year round, selling second‑hand only.
- Season: All year round
- Opens: Fortnightly Sundays, 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Entry: Free to buyers; sellers £8 (cars) / £15 (vans)
Why visit: Second‑hand only, with parking and refreshments. Social posts show that it runs through winter.
Conclusion
These ten winter‑friendly car boot sales prove that bargain hunting doesn’t have to stop when the mercury drops. Thanks to indoor venues, covered pitches and year‑round dates, they offer a winter guarantee to sellers and treasure‑hunters alike—even in the depths of winter.
