This is my attempt to put all Car Boot Sales on one post so that Forum members don't have to trawl through the entire thread. Please note, This post is only as good as the info I receive from other posters/organizers and I try and give contact info where available so it's advisable to check with the organizers before heading out.

Many car boots are seasonal. I've divided the list into sections of regular boot sales (please note that they are not necessarily weekly but take place periodically over the season) and a section for any other one offs this weekend and upcoming dates that have been announced. Plus there are links at the end to websites with extensive details of Yorkshire and Derbyshire boot sales.

All feedback welcomed and I will try to keep it updated week to week! Please post and also PM me in case I miss the post. Please can people give as much detail as possible or the info can end up being rather vague. I'll try to attribute details of any one off sales to the poster who notifies me so that, if there are any queries, forum members know who originally notified me of the sale.

Regular Saturday Car Boots

* Barlborough - mornings from 7am - opposite Dusty Miller Pub; Tel: 01246 474626 or 07702 388773
* Pleasley - Miners Welfare - mornings from 8am, 150 pitches near J29/M1 A617 over r-about 2miles next r-abt, last exit just down road, Tel: Treasure Trove Fairs on 01623 629219 or 07966 445452/3 or 01246 520712 http://www.ttfairs.co.uk/locations.htm
* Twin Oaks - Palterton nr. Chesterfield - afternoons (and Bank Holidays) 2nd April until the end of October. Sellers can arrive from 10am and go straight on the field cost £10.00 or they can arrive and wait in a queue until 12 noon for £8.00; Buyers can go on early by paying £10.00, or all buyers are let on between 12.30pm and 12.45pm, £1 entrance fee; £1 parking. Tel: Treasure Trove Fairs on 01623 629219 or 07966 445452/3 or 01246 520712 http://www.ttfairs.co.uk/locations.htm
* York Racecourse- mornings - from 7am, - just off the A64 going into the city centre - http://yorkcarboot.com/index.html

Regular Sunday Car Boots (& some Bank Holidays)

* Bakewell Show Ground- mornings - most Sundays (and Bank Holidays) - 2012 DATES TBC £7 per car, 07.00 to 14.00 approx, admission fee 50p Tel: 01629 812736 http://www.ttfairs.co.uk/locations.htm [with thanks to peakpractice]http://www.peakdistrictonline.co.uk/content.php?categoryId=10746
* Barlow - mornings - Restarts 2012 TBC starts at 6.30am, Location: Barlow Recreation Ground, Millcross Lane, Barlow, Derbyshire, S18 7SG, £7 per vehicle. For more information regarding the May Day carboot people can contact 0114 2891193 or jamesbranson@hotmail.co.uk , http://www.visitchesterfield.info/dm...&venue=6050231
* Barnsley (Barnsley Open Market Setts) - mornings - hard standing and with electric http://www.barnsley.gov.uk/bguk/Leis...al_Information
* Bowshaw - mornings - Restarts 2012 TBC from 5.30am til 12.30, Bowshaw roundabout near Toby carvery near Dronfield, Buyers and sellers £1; Tel: Janet 07929092550
* Chesterfield Town Centre - mornings - Holywell Cross Car Park (Hard standing) http://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/defau...D=446&CID=4623
* Dewsbury Rugby Club -morning - from 6.30. Location: M1 to Junction 40 (signposted Batley), come off and turn left along a dual carriageway with a 50 limit, turn right at the next roundabout, and it's on the left after about half a mile (Hard standing) http://www.dewsburyrams.co.uk/page.php?id=275
* Dinnington Rugby Club - Restarts 2012 TBC see links mornings from 7am http://www.dinningtonrugby.net/club/car_boot.htm; http://www.ttfairs.co.uk/locations.htm
* Doncaster, Keepmoat- mornings - starts around 5-6am, Keepmoat Stadium http://www.keepmoatstadium.co.uk/ (Hard standing)
* Hemswell - mornings - (and Bank Holidays), from 6.30am (sellers and buyers) (with Market) Hemswell Cliff, A631/A15, Spital in the Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 www.hemswellmarket.co.uk/
* High Green Paces - mornings- 9am until 1pm, Paces Campus, Pack Horse Lane, High Green, First Sunday of the month, 2012 TBC Car pitches £6, Van pitches £8. Set up from 8am. Tel 0114 2844444
* Hillsborough Sports Arena - mornings - STRICTLY NO ACCESS TO THE SITE BOTH SELLERS AND BUYERS BEFORE 8am 2012 TBC Cars £7 Vans £10, Pay on the day only - no advance bookings. Location: junction of Middlewood Road and Hawksley Avenue - see http://www.hillsboroughsportsarena.co.uk/. Tel (0114) 2335310 [with thanks to Arena] FINISHED FOR 2011
* Hope Valley College- mornings - from 7am Restarts 2012 TBC Venue: Hope Valley College Castleton Rd Hope S33 6SD (A6187 between Castleton & Hathersage) & HVSports Club (just across road) All subsequent dates here:http://www.hopevalley.derbyshire.sch...189&Itemid=254 Tel: 07530 146899 (Ring 0753 819 4348 for a recorded message to confirm)
* Kiveton Park - mornings - (and Tuesdays) hard standing behind the library
* Lady Manners, Lady Manners School, Shutts Lane, Bakewell- mornings - 2012 TBC 7:30am to 1pm. Gates open at 7am for sellers and are closed at 1pm. Entry fee £6.00 per car. No traders or food sales. No dogs allowed on school ground. Refreshments available. - Tel 01629 812671, email Smacdonaldmcsp@aol.com
* Loxley Loxley Pavilion Playing Field, Loxley Road opposite Loxley garden centre (after Admiral Rodney pub). On the following dates - 2012 TBC , Pre-booked pitches for cars £7 each/on the day £8 each, Vans/minibuses £10 each, vehicle access to set up from 8am - Buyers in from 9am. Booking forms available from e-mail: purple_cat_21@hotmail.com or telephone 07533 544737/07879 846414
* Mansfield - mornings - Botany Commercial Park - indoors (Organizers: Treasure Trove http://www.ttfairs.co.uk/locations.htm)
* Marsh Lane - Restarts 2012 TBC - mornings - (and some Bank Holidays) B6056, map here: http://www.multimap.com/maps/?qs=mar...B|marsh%20lane Entrance fee 50p; from 6/7am Tel: Peak Promotions 01246 474626 / 07702 388773 (if you phone the mobile after 4am on the day and its switched off its been cancelled, if it rings it's on) 350 pitches
* Oldcotes - mornings - (and Bank Holiday Mondays), sellers and buyers from 4.30am, Blyth Road, Oldcotes, Worksop (A634 Notts)
* Sherwood Forest Farm Park, Edwinstowe, Notts - mornings - from 7 am every Sunday and Bank Holidays , about 40 mins from Sheffield centre - Organisers Treasure Trove Fairs on 01623 629219 or 07966 445452/3 or 01246 520712 http://www.sherwoodforestfarmpark.co.uk/map.php; http://www.ttfairs.co.uk/locations.htm
* Tansley - mornings - from 7.30 am every Sunday Restarts 2012 TBC and Bank Holidays , Situated Tansley Cross Roads and visible off the main A615 Matlock to Alfreton Road 1 mile East of Tansley http://www.dooyoo.co.uk/other-uk-ire...shire/1245806/ Parking £1.20 Tel: 07796 227717 or 07815 029850
* Tesco Infirmary Road - mornings approx 6.30 am to 12 noon- Next dates: 2012 TBC Pitches to be booked in advance (pay in store) £5.50 cars, £8 vans. Enquiries call Customer Service Desk on 0114 2033419
* Thoresby Market, Notts - mornings from 8 am restarts 2012 TBC , and some Bank Holidays , http://www.thoresbymarket.com/index.php?pr=About_Us


Car Boot Sale Withdrawal? Other Regular Boots, Auctions and Market Days

* Barlborough - Thursdays - NO MORE CAR BOOTS TILL new season 2012, from 9.30am Barlborough Showground, Chesterfield Road A619, Chesterfield, Barlborough, Derbyshire, S43 4TT (see carbootjunction website for full details)
* Chesterfield - Thursdays - Antiques and collectibles http://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/defau...D=446&CID=4623
* Denaby- Wednesdays
* Doncaster Market -Wednesday - Bric a Brac
* Fitzwilliam - Wednesday morning from 7am, located between Hemsworth/Barnsley/Donny/Rotherham.
* Hoyland Second Hand Market - Thursday mornings (Market Setts)
* Kiveton - mornings Tuesdays (and Sundays) hard standing
* Oldcotes 10am til 3pm Wednesdays until end September
* Rotherham Market -Wednesday - Bric a Brac

Occasional venues coming up

Sunday 5th February Indoor Table Top Sale Westbourne School,Broomhill. 9.30am - 12.30pm,**********IMPORTANT-THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED************


Stocksbridge The Venue- Saturday 11th Feb-Indoor



Links

carbootsrus.com listings in Yorkshire and Derbyshire http://www.carbootsrus.com/members/b...tion=yorkshire and http://www.carbootsrus.com/members/b...on=derbyshire; Treasure Trove website http://www.ttfairs.co.uk/; carbootjunction.com listings in http://www.carbootjunction.co.uk/index.php to do a search by county or by town; http://carbootsales.net

On behalf of the Sheffield Forum team I would like to offer our sincere thanks to forum member RozeePozee who for the last few years has kept our Car Boot Megathreads up to date.

Unfortunatly RozeePozee is no longer able to do this, so SurfinJim has kindly agreed to take over. Thanks Jim for your help!




For reference, last year's thread is here (http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=535719&page=46&highlight=boot)

Hi apologies for repeating the same old same old....BUT... I want to know if anyone knows if they still do car boots at Hillsboro Park??? Ive looked through a thread on here and they all seem to start later in the year but I have loads of 'stuff' and clutter that I need to get rid and make some money at the same time- anyone know of any good/busy car boots taking place this time of year???? Thanks :help:

RozeePozee - Can I just thank you for the fantastic effort you've put into these threads over the past few years? People often ask about Car Boot Sales on the forum, so having all the information together is fantastic.

For reference, last year's thread is here (http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=535719&page=46&highlight=boot)

Here here, nice one rozeepozee..

Thanks - it's nice to be appreciated #blushes#

Hillsborough Arena can confirm the following dates for car boots

Sunday 15th May 2011
Sunday 22nd May 2011
Sunday 29th May 2011
Sunday 5th June 2011
Sunday 12th June 2011
Sunday 19th June 2011
2 WEEK BREAK
Sunday 10th July 2011
Sunday 17th July 2011
Sunday 24th July 2011
Sunday 31st July 2011
Sunday 7th August 2011
Sunday 14th August 2011
Sunday 21st August 2011
Sunday 28th August 2011

Cars £7 Vans £10 - No need to book

STRICTLY NO ACCESS TO THE SITE BOTH SELLERS AND BUYERS BEFORE 8am

im looking for the number for the mansfield indoor car boot sale on saturdays, can anyone help?

Thanks.There's a limk to Treasure Trove's website in the main list - they organize it.

Hi apologies for repeating the same old same old....BUT... I want to know if anyone knows if they still do car boots at Hillsboro Park??? Ive looked through a thread on here and they all seem to start later in the year but I have loads of 'stuff' and clutter that I need to get rid and make some money at the same time- anyone know of any good/busy car boots taking place this time of year???? Thanks :help:They don't start til April - dates above. The first post details others that are all year round. Most notably Oldcotes, Barnsley, Chesterfield. There's a new one Saturdays at Rotherham and tansley restarts this weekend, though I don't know what these are like and I guess Tansley will be weather dependent as it's outside.

Went to Tansley last Sunday, what a joke that was.
About 20 stalls and it started raining.
Well, as the car parking is situated at the bottom of a grassy hill even 4x4s got stuck....
To add insult to injury the gate for the exit was manned by a 16 year old that would not direct traffic therefore whenever you got moving you had to stop because of the queue to get out was getting bigger.
Be a very long time before we visit that one again...

Yes RozeePozee...thanks for all your efforts on the best thread on the Forum :-)

I have just seen Hillsborough Arena dates for 2011 and they are being very greedy now the licence rules have changed!! Those of us who run charity fundraising events are left with no dates for the Sheffield 6 area, thanks a lot Hillsborough arena:(

I felt that Hillsborough Arena already had too many last summer because it was largely the same people at each one selling the same stuff, so I can only imagine the deja-vu feeling will get worse this year. I'll probably go to the first couple and then not bother.

I agree that the quality of the items for sale at Hillsboro seemed to be in inverse relation to the frequency. The last few felt eerily like Blonk Street, the city centre car boot that (thankfully) closed down!

Having said that, I've rarely been to H'boro and left without a bargain.

I have just seen Hillsborough Arena dates for 2011 and they are being very greedy now the licence rules have changed!! Those of us who run charity fundraising events are left with no dates for the Sheffield 6 area, thanks a lot Hillsborough arena:(
That's annoying, PC. I always think one off sales are more fun! You never know what they're going to be like and you don't get loads of dealers selling tat.

Just seen a poster on Greystones Primary school fence advertising table top sale this Saturday from 11am-1pm. I can't edit the main post from my iPhone!

when is marsh lane open ??????

Just to let everyone know that the Rotherham Car Boot scheduled for tomorrow is cancelled, Grant is having a lot of phone calls about it so thought I could let everyone know before you ring him and disturb him.

Many Thanks
Holly

hi all is junction 29 on today or when dose it start thanks

Has anyone been to this boot sale, I dont want to go if it is going to be a waste of time.

Cheers x

well as this said that marsh lane opened again in march .. ive been today and it wasnt there :( tar very much -_- wasting my petrol !

Ginger I know how you feel, we went to Bradford and thats not on anymore !!!! I wasnt happy

Tesco Infirmary Road put a big sign an theie wall. Up coming carboots on 27th of march and 1 th of May. I personally like hillsbrough rather than Tesco carboot but as far as i concern hillbrough opens very late but continues all summer.

I don't know whether the saturday morning indoor car boot on Fitzwilliam Rd has finished, but the place was all locked up and deserted last week.

Tesco Infirmary Road put a big sign an theie wall. Up coming carboots on 27th of march and 1 th of May. I personally like hillsbrough rather than Tesco carboot but as far as i concern hillbrough opens very late but continues all summer.

just called Tesco (infirmary road). Cars are £5.50, vans £8. Their number is 0114 2033400 if anyone wants to book or more information.

I don't know whether the saturday morning indoor car boot on Fitzwilliam Rd has finished, but the place was all locked up and deserted last week.

Not sure if this has anything to do with it

Just to let everyone know that the Rotherham Car Boot scheduled for tomorrow is cancelled, Grant is having a lot of phone calls about it so thought I could let everyone know before you ring him and disturb him.

Many Thanks
Holly

well as this said that marsh lane opened again in march .. ive been today and it wasnt there :( tar very much -_- wasting my petrol !I can see how that could be misleading. However, Marsh Lane is faded out and if you read the post, it makes it clear that only CBs in bold type have restarted for this season. Marsh Lane does start in March, but there's no start date as yet.

Sorry you had a wasted journey and I do say in the first post you need to check before you set out. There's a telephone number given for Marsh Lane. So I think you wasted your own petrol.

Hi
I've seen this article on BBC about car boot sales which will take place again in Sheffield starting in April. It said:

"The change in council policy, which was introduced in January, means that companies and community groups can apply for a licence to hold a car boot sale on privately-owned land, which was prohibited in the previous policy."

I understand that there hasn't been any car boot sale since 2008 in Sheffield. I guess this is a good thing now. Does anyone have Mr. James Watkins, who runs Yorkshire Car Boots, contact details. I wanted to ask him a few questions.

Thanks.

julie r
have a look in tonights sheffield star
just hope is is not another blonk street :hihi::hihi:

from the bbc sheffield website

Car boot sales can take place in Sheffield after the council revised its policy.

The city council has changed its ruling to allow commercial companies to organise car boot sales after they were previously prohibited.

The city has not seen a car boot sale since May 2008, when Blonk Street car boot ceased trading after the council, which ran the market, sold the land.

The first commercial car boot sale will now take place in April.

The council estimates that the changes will generate £25,000 a year in licence fees for the council.

James Watkins, who runs Yorkshire Car Boots, is the first person to be successfully granted a licence by the council after several years of rejection.

"I've been trying for 15 years to organise a car boot sale in Sheffield," he said. "It's always been denied due to the council owning the rights. I rang up in January on the off chance that the policy had changed and it had."

Mr Watkins has agreed and signed a contract with the council for a licence and will hold a car boot sale from Sunday 3 April at the Sheffield Arena on Broughton Lane.

"We're hoping there will be a demand for second hand goods in Sheffield," he said. "We've been talking to people in the city and we've had a fantastic reaction. At the moment people have to travel to over 40 miles to visit other car boot sales and now there will be one right on people's doorstep".

The change in council policy, which was introduced in January, means that companies and community groups can apply for a licence to hold a car boot sale on privately-owned land, which was prohibited in the previous policy.


just thought you lot would like to read this

julie r
have a look in tonights sheffield star
just hope is is not another blonk street :hihi::hihi:

So, I haven't been in Sheffield for more than 6 months now, so I don't know if there were any other car boot sales or how much people enjoy/need this. But according to this thread, I assume the Sheffielders will be happy to have a "car boot sale from Sunday 3 April at the Sheffield Arena on Broughton Lane."

Is it so? Would you, guys, go over there to have a look/buy anything?

Hi, can anybody tell me how much it is to sell at Chesterfield on a Sunday and what time it starts? is it a good one?

Thanks

so how many is going to carboot on the the 3rd of April ?? i love the carboot getting there early getting all the bargains .. seeing friendly faces i cant wait:D

Hi, thanks .. this is a lot of help ;)

What time can buyers go in oldccoats car boot tomorrow? What time does it normally finish?

If someone can post some more details of the new car boot at Broughton Lane, I'll add it to the first post

Is this its location? http://www.google.co.uk/search?q=Broughton+lane,+Sheffield&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en&client=safari

So, I haven't been in Sheffield for more than 6 months now, so I don't know if there were any other car boot sales or how much people enjoy/need this. But according to this thread, I assume the Sheffielders will be happy to have a "car boot sale from Sunday 3 April at the Sheffield Arena on Broughton Lane."

Is it so? Would you, guys, go over there to have a look/buy anything?
I'm sure there will be some interest, although new car boots are often slow at first, especially early in the season. If someone can post some more details, I'll add it to the first post and more people are likely to make it. Is there a regular bus service? People often complain on here that it's hard to get to other car boots without a car.

RozeePozee... youre a star!! xx

In response to the Sheffield Arena car boot, I have the following information (I personally am nothing to do with the car boots, so you will need to contact the organisers)


£10 per car (Unsure for vans/trailers). This is payable on the day.
Car boots start at 6am.
The first car boot is 3rd April and will be every Sunday (No car boots on 10th April, or 8th May - this is subject to confirmation)
Contact number 07798 588011
To get there, the tram stops at Sheffield Arena and is a short walk to the car park. Alternatively catch the X78 to Royal Mail sorting office on Brightside Lane. It is then a 2/3 minute walk past the Freemans call centre on Amberley Street.


Any further information, please use the contact number above.

RozeePozee... youre a star!! xx
Thank you x

And thanks for the info Susie. I'll update as soon as I can. I can't edit the big post from my phone for some reason.

Indoor 'Car Boot' Sale

St Marie's Catholic Primary School, Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3DQ

Date: Sat 9th Apr 11

Come and buy or sell your unwanted stuff! Saturday 9th April, 12-2pm. Entrance 50p adult and children free. Tables on sale now, cost £6, from Petrina on 07879 473703 or email stmarieshsa@yahoo.co.uk. Refreshments available.

hi all any one heard any thing about a carboot sale at Owlerton Stadium
just been told they is some planning application signs been put up around it ??

hi ive booked for the herdings park carboot on saturday.
the problem is i have seen a poster for this today in the local shops which says it starts at 7.30am but on here it says 10am.
does anyone know when is the real start time is as i dont want to go at 7.30am an been told it does not start till 10am. :help:

any idea wen listerdale school and newman school in rotherham are havin a car boot again thanx

hi ive booked for the herdings park carboot on saturday.
the problem is i have seen a poster for this today in the local shops which says it starts at 7.30am but on here it says 10am.
does anyone know when is the real start time is as i dont want to go at 7.30am an been told it does not start till 10am. :help:That was the information I was given. There is a contact telephone number on the first post, perhaps you could call that?

Hi does anyone know if marshlane car boot as opened? and what time in the morning does it starts thanks

Yes it started the beginning of March

Thanks for the message saves driving up and it not there

where abouts is marshlane carboot .. i would love to go

What time do sellers arrive and do you have to book in advance or just turn up?

Good luck to the car boot organisers with thier new venture at the Sheffield Arena Car Park.
I think it should do well, hopefully it will not interfere with any residents around that area and the 6am start time should not pose any traffic problems.
It's about time Sheffield had a large car boot site instead of punters having to go to likes of Doncaster , Mansfield and Leeds.
Thanks Sheffield Council for changing the ancient law:):)

More info about dates and costs on Arena web site http://www.motorpointarena.co.uk/whats-on/giant-car-boot-sale/

Do you know if there is any parking facilities for the Arena Carboot???
Thanks

Yes it started the beginning of March

Have you had this confirmed or been to it yet????
Another forum member went and it was not open yet?? Mabe worth calling them first before a wasted trip maybe ???

open on the 3rd april ,, and every sunday after .. except a few dates .. which are on the website ,,

Hi does anyone know if marshlane car boot as opened? and what time in the morning does it starts thanksBeware! One forum member has said she had a wasted a journey earlier this month. There's a telephone number for the organizers listed on the first post - best to check before you set out.

There is free car parking for customers at the Arena Car Boot. More info about dates, times etc on the website www.motorpointarena.co.uk

where abouts is marshlane carboot .. i would love to go

found this by doing a search on Google. Information about Marsh Lane and some other car boots can be found on here (http://www.carbootsales.org/county/derbyshire.html)

According to the information on the above map, this link shows a map of where Marsh Lane is. (http://www.bing.com/maps/#JndoZXJlMT1NYXJzaCtMYW5lJTJjK0Vja2luZ3RvbiUyYytEZ XJieXNoaXJlJTJjK1MxOCZiYj01Mi44MzMyMzAzMDk3MTYyJTd lLTEuMzU4OTAyMzA1MzY0NjElN2U1Mi44MjMzNzcwMjc2OTgyJ TdlLTEuMzg2MDI0ODAyOTIzMg==)

All details on Arena web site http://www.motorpointarena.co.uk/whats-on/giant-car-boot-sale/

Its good to hear about new car boot sale at Sheffield Motor Point Arena.
At last a proper car boot for Sheffield RESULT
Thanks to the organisers :)

70p to get in what a joke car boot sales are milking it big time they used to be free

70p to get in what a joke car boot sales are milking it big time they used to be free

The likes of Paces, Tesco & Hillsborough Arena are free. This is the first one to my knowledge that people (buyers) have been charged to enter the car boot. It makes you wonder how many people are willing to pay to look around a car boot. I'm not saying that it will be bad, but I'd like to see how many people do pay and how successful being charged is. So before I make an opinion I'm going to see how it goes. :)

Hi , in reply to when is Listerdale carboot on, its this Sunday . Its alway a good one fully booked so plenty of variety . It starts at 8.30 Listerdale Junior School , Bawtry Road , Listerdale , Rotherham . Hope this helps .

can anyone tell me if junction 29 carboot is open please

marsh lane carboot opens on the 10th of april just called them
also the other one at the nags head roundabout (that what is was called is the same date )
they is a banner on the gate

Twin Oaks is April to October.

Dread to think how much admission will be this year.

And as for having the back of your hand stamped to nip out to the toilets...

Words fail me.

found this by doing a search on Google. Information about Marsh Lane and some other car boots can be found on here (http://www.carbootsales.org/county/derbyshire.html)

According to the information on the above map, this link shows a map of where Marsh Lane is. (http://www.bing.com/maps/#JndoZXJlMT1NYXJzaCtMYW5lJTJjK0Vja2luZ3RvbiUyYytEZ XJieXNoaXJlJTJjK1MxOCZiYj01Mi44MzMyMzAzMDk3MTYyJTd lLTEuMzU4OTAyMzA1MzY0NjElN2U1Mi44MjMzNzcwMjc2OTgyJ TdlLTEuMzg2MDI0ODAyOTIzMg==)
That link looks useful. Unfortunately the info about Marsh Lane is wrong. It def isn't on all year round. You can contact the organisers by phone. The number is listed on the first post.

ismarsh lane car boot open tomorrow?

Went to nearly new sale babies clothes and equipment at st Thomas Church in Crookes. It is such an inappropriate place for mothers with small children, it kind of looses the effect of being sale for children.
There were so many stairs and narrow pathways to walk so impossible to get the push pram. Not child friendly accessible at all.
But I have to thank the sale helpers ladies who were so helpful, without their help we could have not been able to do it.

ismarsh lane car boot open tomorrow?

Hi Natalie

I'm afraid not, 10th April start (see post 67)

I think everyone is getting carboot withdrawal!!!:D:D


John:)

When does Thoresby reopen? Says 21st March on first post which is tomorrow-Monday, and the link goes to the website but no info there x

Did anyone make it to the King Edward VII car boot/fun day today?
I walked up the hill to Glossop Road, and it was deserted! Only on getting back, did I find there's another King Edward VII school in Crosspool.


Also, been wanting to check out Marsh Lane for the last couple of years, are there any recommended bus routes that head out that way at that time in the morning?

Love this thread btw... always bookmark the new one each year, and check it ruthlessly during the week :D

yes i went to the king teds one , not much probably there about 15 cars and just the usual school car boot stuff , kids toys,, books and clothes so you didn,t miss much i didn,t buy anything .

Did anyone make it to the King Edward VII car boot/fun day today?
I walked up the hill to Glossop Road, and it was deserted! Only on getting back, did I find there's another King Edward VII school in Crosspool.


Also, been wanting to check out Marsh Lane for the last couple of years, are there any recommended bus routes that head out that way at that time in the morning?

Love this thread btw... always bookmark the new one each year, and check it ruthlessly during the week :D

We did the same, walked up hill to find King Edwards School deserted with construction building going on, so annoying when you make such a long journey especially with a small child.
The person who advertised it should give clear information, which school it is, not to assume that everyone know that there are two king edwards schools.
Not happy at all, was thinking to complain to that phone number given for it.

Shame that the Arena car boot is being run by the same rip-off merchants who do all the ones round Leeds. I think they're responsible for Leeds-Bradford airport, Pannal near Harrogate and also the Sunday lunchtime one at Otley, and they're all a rip off. I was looking forward to going to that too but I don't expect I'll bother now.

thank you,its useful :)

Went to nearly new sale babies clothes and equipment at st Thomas Church in Crookes. It is such an inappropriate place for mothers with small children, it kind of looses the effect of being sale for children.
There were so many stairs and narrow pathways to walk so impossible to get the push pram. Not child friendly accessible at all.
But I have to thank the sale helpers ladies who were so helpful, without their help we could have not been able to do it.
I agree. The space is totally unsuitable. They wouldn't let people take their prams in. How ridiculous is that? And buyers were refused access to the toilets. Fortunately, I left my twins at home and took my 4 yr old only. If I had taken them, I wouldn't have been able to go in unless I'd been willing to leave the babes outside!

Also, the sale is split in two due to the layout of the building: clothes, shoes & accessories one side; equipment the other. You have to choose which side you want. Very frustrating for me, the avid bargain hunter!

Having said all this there were some great bargains, so worth it all the same.

Did anyone make it to the King Edward VII car boot/fun day today?
I walked up the hill to Glossop Road, and it was deserted! Only on getting back, did I find there's another King Edward VII school in Crosspool.


Also, been wanting to check out Marsh Lane for the last couple of years, are there any recommended bus routes that head out that way at that time in the morning?

Love this thread btw... always bookmark the new one each year, and check it ruthlessly during the week :D

I almost did. My poor little boy was desperate for a car boot sale (is it nature or nurture?) after his disappointment that yesterday's sale at St Thomas' church had no toys. As he was poorly, we couldn't go. I do stress that people need to give as much info as possible when advertising sales. An address is pretty basic as requirements go.... :(

Thanks for your feedback about the thread Bob.

I can't believe it's been two or three years that I've been posting this thread. I didn't realise how long it would become when I started! I'm so pleased people find it useful.

Thing is, I'm planning to leave Sheffield this year and move to the West Wales coast, so I'll no longer be car booting in these parts :(

Does anyone fancy taking over the updating of this thread? It doesn't take much now all the info is up there. I usually just update weekly and then there might be a bit more to do at the beginning & end of the season as lots of car boots start up or stop and there's a bit more updating involved.

The likes of Paces, Tesco & Hillsborough Arena are free. This is the first one to my knowledge that people (buyers) have been charged to enter the car boot. It makes you wonder how many people are willing to pay to look around a car boot. I'm not saying that it will be bad, but I'd like to see how many people do pay and how successful being charged is. So before I make an opinion I'm going to see how it goes. :)
Call me a tight arse (I'd view it as a compliment, anyway :)) but, unless I hear it's outstanding, I for one will not be driving out to Sheffield Arena when I can go more locally and not be charged entrance. It's total rubbish that there are no regular Sheffield car boots! There's Paces, Hillsborough & Tesco's that are accessible by public transport & enough interesting one offs in season to make it unlikely for there to be a car boot free weekend anytime from April through September.

I don't actually mind paying an entrance fee where it's a school or church event, say. It's when you get commercial enterprises trying to squeeze every last pip out of people. Grrr....

Metalman. That is the 2nd post where you have posted incorrect information about the organisers of the Sheffield Motorpoint Carboot. Whilst they are also the organisers of the Leeds and Bradford site they are nothing to do with Otley or Pannal. They are totally different people.
With regards to being a rip off. They have taken a huge financial risk with this carboot sale and it is costing a considerable amount of money for them to open this event. If it rains and no one turns up they still have to pay for the rent of the land. This is the same at Leeds and Bradford Airport. This is a business, but is also a service. They are well organised, and judging by Leeds and Bradford's success, Sheffield too will be a success. Whilst charging an entrance fee may not sit comfortably with some of the forum members, it is a necessity that will ensure that the carboot that Sheffield's population clearly wants, will become a regular fixture in their calendar.

NB. Before I am accused of being the organiser I will confess to being the brother of one of the organisers who has had to suffer his brother and business partner trying to get this carboot going. It has definitely been a labour of love for both of them and I am sure it will be a success....... so please give it your support and grab yourself a bargain.... or goet rid of all that junk in your attic!!

NBB There is now a facebook stie. It has only been created today but will have regular updates on it. I cant post the link as this is my first post but it can be found under Sheffield Car Boot Sale on Facebook

Many thanks

Ady

Metalman. That is the 2nd post where you have posted incorrect information about the organisers of the Sheffield Motorpoint Carboot. Whilst they are also the organisers of the Leeds and Bradford site they are nothing to do with Otley or Pannal. They are totally different people.
With regards to being a rip off. They have taken a huge financial risk with this carboot sale and it is costing a considerable amount of money for them to open this event. If it rains and no one turns up they still have to pay for the rent of the land. This is the same at Leeds and Bradford Airport. This is a business, but is also a service. They are well organised, and judging by Leeds and Bradford's success, Sheffield too will be a success. Whilst charging an entrance fee may not sit comfortably with some of the forum members, it is a necessity that will ensure that the carboot that Sheffield's population clearly wants, will become a regular fixture in their calendar.

NB. Before I am accused of being the organiser I will confess to being the brother of one of the organisers who has had to suffer his brother and business partner trying to get this carboot going. It has definitely been a labour of love for both of them and I am sure it will be a success....... so please give it your support and grab yourself a bargain.... or goet rid of all that junk in your attic!!

NBB There is now a facebook stie. It has only been created today but will have regular updates on it. I cant post the link as this is my first post but it can be found under Sheffield Car Boot Sale on Facebook

Many thanks

AdyThanks, Ady. I'll add the links & Facebook info when I get chance to get on my computer as it's too complicated to attempt it on my phone. I'm sure there are plenty people out there who won't mind the entrance fee. It's a personal thing, I hate being charged for parking too ;)

@ Adyw. Since I've only posted one post about the Arena car boot, you are incorrect in your first sentence.

I was under the impression that all the car boots around the Leeds area were sewn up by the same money-grabbing operation but if that's not true then I'm happy to hear otherwise. Certainly there are no free ones and by a strange coincidence they all seem to have the same entrance fee.

Personally I'm of the opinion that the organisers will rake in enough from the sellers to pay for the land rent and still have something to take home at the end of the day. If this isn't correct then why not give us some figures? What does it cost to rent the land? How many pitches will they need to have to break even? And so on. Then we'll decide if it's fair or a rip-off.

Perhaps it's a little unfair to direct all our ire about charges at the Sheffield Arena organisers. There are existing car boots that charge, such as Bakewell & Twin Oaks. I suppose if the events are well organised with good info and services such as website & Facebook page, I might object less. Most importantly I'd say is good access to the site, parking & good quality stalls. There's nothing more disheartening to go to a boot sale & find it teeming with dealers, especially those who turn up week after week selling the same, very jaded secondhand goods that have obviously had too much wear out of them already.

Well, agreed and money-grabbing organisers is the reason I won't go to Twin Oaks either. :hihi: Bakewell I will still go to as it's only 30p. And it's a quid to park at Oldcotes too, though the trade off there is that it's enormous.

On that subject though, I'm not very familiar with the Arena area, so what are the facilities for parking for buyers going to be like?

Incidentally it's free to get into the Doncaster Keepmoat car boot (they charge people to park but if you park in the Outlet car park and walk round you can avoid that). But how do the costs there stack up against the Sheffield Arena, I wonder?

Well, agreed and money-grabbing organisers is the reason I won't go to Twin Oaks either. :hihi: Bakewell I will still go to as it's only 30p.
Apparently, Bakewell is now 50p, so I've been advised. And I thought inflation was only at 4%!

Hi , in reply to when is Listerdale carboot on, its this Sunday . Its alway a good one fully booked so plenty of variety . It starts at 8.30 Listerdale Junior School , Bawtry Road , Listerdale , Rotherham . Hope this helps .Is this a regular Aloozzi?

marsh lane carboot opens on the 10th of april just called them
also the other one at the nags head roundabout (that what is was called is the same date )
they is a banner on the gate:huh: someone else said Marsh Lane opens 3rd April. I wish they'd make their minds up!

The other is Bowshaw, I presume. I've amended the first post.

I've just texted the organisers of Twin Oaks and that reopens on 2nd April

Can I please stress that people to check the first post to confirm that a car boot is on and the exact location before they leave the house? Where they're given, I provide contact details. There seems to be a lot of conflicting information about the start up dates and venues at the moment and a few people have had wasted journeys which is a shame.

I happened to go past Marsh Lane yesterday and I'm pretty sure the notice said Car Boot restarts 3rd April.

Well, agreed and money-grabbing organisers is the reason I won't go to Twin Oaks either. :hihi: Bakewell I will still go to as it's only 30p. And it's a quid to park at Oldcotes too, though the trade off there is that it's enormous.

On that subject though, I'm not very familiar with the Arena area, so what are the facilities for parking for buyers going to be like?

there should be ample space for both buyers and sellers

:huh: someone else said Marsh Lane opens 3rd April. I wish they'd make their minds up!

The other is Bowshaw, I presume. I've amended the first post.

I've just texted the organisers of Twin Oaks and that reopens on 2nd April

Can I please stress that people to check the first post to confirm that a car boot is on and the exact location before they leave the house? Where they're given, I provide contact details. There seems to be a lot of conflicting information about the start up dates and venues at the moment and a few people have had wasted journeys which is a shame.

twin oaks has been open for the last two saturdays.

twin oaks has been open for the last two saturdays.What? If the organisers themselves don't know when their car boot starts, how am I supposed to? :huh:

Thanks for all the replies folks. The first post is updated as best I can on the info I've been given. If you spot any errors, please pm me. RP x

Have just seen posters advertising Beauchief scout group jumble sale April 2nd at 10-12 in the church hall. At least I think that was the date! I was driving past and couldn't make a note of it til I got home. If anyone else can confirm this, that would be great. I'll then add it to the main post :thumbsup:

What I meant to say was: Can I please stress that people to check the first post and use the contact details to verify the info here that a car boot is on and the exact location before they leave the house? Where they're given, I provide contact details. There seems to be a lot of conflicting information about the start up dates and venues at the moment and a few people have had wasted journeys which is a shame.

I would love to go to car boot sales again, after going almost every weekend for over 25 years, but since my husband died, as a non-driver I find it too difficult.

Is there anyone who goes regularly from Hillsborough who would like a boot sale buddy to travel with? I would be happy to pay towards the petrol :)

I would love to go to car boot sales again, after going almost every weekend for over 25 years, but since my husband died, as a non-driver I find it too difficult.

Is there anyone who goes regularly from Hillsborough who would like a boot sale buddy to travel with? I would be happy to pay towards the petrol :)
I may be able to help now the babies are a bit older. If you want to, PM me your number and we can talk about it.

Hi everyone, just to let you know Loxley Recreation Grounds' Car Boot dates for 2011.
8th May, 26th June, 3rd July, 7th August, 4th September & 2nd October

The eastwood view car boot is cancelled for good. So spread the message. Thanks

Kelford Special Needs School
Oakdale Road
Kimberworth
Rotherham
S61 2NU

Car Boot Sale
Sat 21st May
starts at 9am

tables must be booked prio to the date as limited to 50 spaces

£5 per table

free to look round!!

to book your table pls phone school
on 01709 512088 asking for Dawn between 9am - 3pm wk days

is the tesco carboot on this sunday if so wot time ???

is the tesco carboot on this sunday if so wot time ???

Yes it is, I have a stall booked. It's 6am - 12noon

Car boot Sale

Saturday 21st May

Kelford Special Needs School
Oakdale Road
Kimberworth
Rotherham
S61 2NU

Starts at 9am for buyers (sellers to arrive no earlier than 8am please)

to book your stall please phone the school on 01709 512088
all pitches must be booked prio to the day due to a limit of 60 stalls

£5.00 per stall and free to look round.

There will be food and refreshments available

please give Dawn a ring at the school if you require any more information wkdays between 9am and 3pm

hope to see you all there!!;)

Does anyone know any more details about the Barlborough car boot on Saturday morning? Was all geared up for Marsh Lane before realising it didn't start yet.

Start times? Pitch prices? Need to book before hand? Is it any good?

Apparently there is a car boot sale at lydgate junior school, Manchester road tomorrow 26th March. Starts 10.00 - 12.00. Admission is 50p for adults and 20p for children. In aid of the year 6 children who are trying to raise money for their residential. [with thanks to EDtheRED03]

Does anyone know any more details about the Barlborough car boot on Saturday morning? Was all geared up for Marsh Lane before realising it didn't start yet.

Start times? Pitch prices? Need to book before hand? Is it any good?
Someone posted earlier that Twin Oaks is already going. Although I texted the number and was told 2nd April, so who knows? Tesco is on Sunday. It's often sold out pitch wise but you may be lucky this early in season. See first post for contacts.

Don't forget the clocks go forward this Sunday!

twin oaks starts back 2nd april
marsh lane 3rd april

that is 100 percent true

hi i am wanting to take the kids to a carboot tomorrow sunday 27th march in the sheffield or rotherham area does anyone know where there is a good one?

thanks

If you can stretch as far as Doncaster the one at the Keepmoat stadium (Doncaster football ground) is always really good :)

hi i am wanting to take the kids to a carboot tomorrow sunday 27th march in the sheffield or rotherham area does anyone know where there is a good one?

thanksOldcoats, just past Dinnington. Quite a BIG carboot sale. It's about 21 miles from centre of Sheffield but well worth making the journey for.

Tesco in infirmary rd have one tomorrow :)

Hi does anyone know if marshlane car boot as opened? and what time in the morning does it starts thanks

3rd april at 6am

tesco on infirmary road is it every sunday or just a 1 off.thx

Tesco in infirmary rd have one tomorrow :)

Really? It was only a couple of weeks ago they hadn't even applied for a license yet this year?

Did anyone go to the tesco carboot today and what was it like?.

yes went to tesco it was like going to blonk street over again
if the one at the arena is like this i wont be going
it was full off crap the same crap as was at the last one they
had at tesco :gag::gag:
the same people in the same place selling the same dvds (pirate ones )
:(:(

I went, got a couple of bits for the kids, but I really don't like this one! Oh well, first one of the season!

I did the Tesco Car Boot Sale this morning and thought it was great! It's only the second one I've ever done but I met loads of people from all over the world who were all friendly, chatty and I really enjoyed it. I had the worst pitch on the site - dead end corner furthest from Tesco backing on to the Heritage Park but I still did ok. If anyone bought any of my makeup, thank you!:)

There was a lot of grumbling about the entrance price and charge for buyers to park at the Broughton Lane Car Boot next week - I'd love to know if anyone is going? I plan to see how it goes next week and may give it a go in the future.

yes went to tesco it was like going to blonk street over again
if the one at the arena is like this i wont be going
it was full off crap the same crap as was at the last one they
had at tesco :gag::gag:
the same people in the same place selling the same dvds (pirate ones )
:(:(

glad we gave it a miss, been rubbish everytime we've decided to go round it.

Can anyone tell me if Marsh Lane boot sale runs on Easter Sunday please? And what time it opens?

Thanks in advance :)

Can anyone tell me if Marsh Lane boot sale runs on Easter Sunday please? And what time it opens?

Thanks in advance :)

Not sure if they do. You can try giving them a call. Their number is 01246 474626 / 07702 388773

Did anyone go to the tesco carboot today and what was it like?.

I went to sell and had my best ever day there. Made about £70 (and no it wasn't from selling pirate dvd's like a previous poster mentioned :hihi:).

It depends on the day though. Sometimes you can go to a car boot and you'll find lots of stuff you like/want to buy. Othertimes there'll be nothing of interest. Likewise for a seller, if you have what people want, you can make a decent amount of money. It's hit and miss, but that can be said of any car boot, not just Tesco.

There was a lot of grumbling about the entrance price and charge for buyers to park at the Broughton Lane Car Boot next week - I'd love to know if anyone is going? I plan to see how it goes next week and may give it a go in the future.
Yeah I heard that mentioned. I was going to go and sell there, but to be honest after having a pretty decent day at Tesco yesterday it wouldn't be worth my while going. It's going to cost £10 for a pitch and I don't think I'd get my money back from what I have left from Tesco. It'd be great for people to give their feedback on here if they do go.

I went to sell and had my best ever day there. Made about £70 (and no it wasn't from selling pirate dvd's like a previous poster mentioned :hihi:).

It depends on the day though. Sometimes you can go to a car boot and you'll find lots of stuff you like/want to buy. Othertimes there'll be nothing of interest. Likewise for a seller, if you have what people want, you can make a decent amount of money. It's hit and miss, but that can be said of any car boot, not just Tesco.



I too went to sell at Tesco. Had a good day £96 and a few pence. All from stuff i was going to
get rid of anyway because of moving to a smaller house.

when do's marsh lane start?

also there is a car boot sale at tansley if you fancy a run out in the derbyshire dales
Tansley Sunday car-boot sale

At A615 cross-roads near Tansley on approach from Wessington - Sat Nav DE55 6DB. Open 7am - 4pm. Contact 07815 029850

Table hire £5. Sell from cars & 4x4s (no trailer charge) £10, trade £12, vans & pickups £13. Parking £1.30.
Last day for 2010 season is 28th November.

when do's marsh lane start?

according to the first post, it's 3rd April.

I went ot Tesco's too, but didn't buy much (only some photography mags). It does have that Blonk St. feel to it definitely.

I was told while I was there that it's going to be 3 quid to park at the Arena one - does anyone know whether this is true? If it is I certainly won't be going...

Charges for the Giant Car Boot at Arena below - for more info visit the Arena web site http://www.motorpointarena.co.uk/whats-on/giant-car-boot-sale/

General Admission: Adults 70p, OAP 40p, Under 16s free wih free onsite car parking for customers.

Traders entry fees: Cars £10, Car & trailer or small van £12.50, Large Van £15

I was told while I was there that it's going to be 3 quid to park at the Arena one - does anyone know whether this is true? If it is I certainly won't be going...

General Admission: Adults 70p, OAP 40p, Under 16s free with free onsite car parking for customers. Traders entry fees: Cars £10, Car & trailer or small van £12.50, Large Van £15

I guess the above gives you your answer. Maybe give them a call just to check though?

twin oaks starts back 2nd april
marsh lane 3rd april

that is 100 percent true

thought marsh lane was the following sun???

Hi guys, just a quick question. Was thinking about going to a car boot sale to get rid of my dvd collection (not pirated) and some other clutter but just wanted to ask if this would be a waste of time after reading the above post as the dvd's would be the bulk of it?

I went to Tesco and spent loads! Came back with about 6 bags of stuff! Agree some of it can be pretty low rent but you only need one stallholder who's getting rid of stuff that you want to make it worthwhile. In my case this was kids' clothes and shoes.

The beauty of Tesco for me is it's a ten minute drive away and on site free parking.

High Green Paces have a carboot on 3rd April. More information by clicking on this link or see first page of this thread (http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=752685)

Hi there I am a mobile beautician who also makes and sells cards and sells jewellery. I was wondering if there is any room for something a bit different at a carboot sale, I am just starting out my own business and thought this would be a nice way to show my talents. I would sell cards, jewellery and little beauty things. I would also offer mini treatments at the stall ie. a mini manicure or kids glitter tattoos. Just wondering if there is any calling for this kind of thing.

Thank You
Samantha Cave
Bonita Destino

Hi there I am a mobile beautician who also makes and sells cards and sells jewellery. I was wondering if there is any room for something a bit different at a carboot sale, I am just starting out my own business and thought this would be a nice way to show my talents. I would sell cards, jewellery and little beauty things. I would also offer mini treatments at the stall ie. a mini manicure or kids glitter tattoos. Just wondering if there is any calling for this kind of thing.

Thank You
Samantha Cave
Bonita Destino

Hi Samantha

The trouble is that people go to a boot sale with their minds set on bargains, so unless you are happy to sell your cards at 5 for £1 or something similar, no one will buy them. The same people who would happily pay reasonable prices elsewhere will decide things are too expensive at a boot sale because the expectation is for things to be very cheap. You would probably be better at a craft sale as people expect the prices to be a bit higher there.

This is only my own opinion and others may feel differently.

Hi Samantha

The trouble is that people go to a boot sale with their minds set on bargains, so unless you are happy to sell your cards at 5 for £1 or something similar, no one will buy them. The same people who would happily pay reasonable prices elsewhere will decide things are too expensive at a boot sale because the expectation is for things to be very cheap. You would probably be better at a craft sale as people expect the prices to be a bit higher there.

This is only my own opinion and others may feel differently.

This isn't true for me or a lot of people I know, so you can sell them as expensive as you want to do.

Charges for the Giant Car Boot at Arena below - for more info visit the Arena web site http://www.motorpointarena.co.uk/whats-on/giant-car-boot-sale/

General Admission: Adults 70p, OAP 40p, Under 16s free wih free onsite car parking for customers.

Traders entry fees: Cars £10, Car & trailer or small van £12.50, Large Van £15

why is there a charge to get in???:rolleyes:

Hi Samantha

The trouble is that people go to a boot sale with their minds set on bargains, so unless you are happy to sell your cards at 5 for £1 or something similar, no one will buy them. The same people who would happily pay reasonable prices elsewhere will decide things are too expensive at a boot sale because the expectation is for things to be very cheap. You would probably be better at a craft sale as people expect the prices to be a bit higher there.

This is only my own opinion and others may feel differently.
I agree with henny, although we are clearly only one sort of car booter. If something is more than 50p I balk at parting with my cash, even though in the real world, I happily shell out nearly £3 for a coffee! It's not logical :)

There's a regular farmers Market at nether edge. Bet you'd do well there.

Hi there I am a mobile beautician who also makes and sells cards and sells jewellery. I was wondering if there is any room for something a bit different at a carboot sale, I am just starting out my own business and thought this would be a nice way to show my talents. I would sell cards, jewellery and little beauty things. I would also offer mini treatments at the stall ie. a mini manicure or kids glitter tattoos. Just wondering if there is any calling for this kind of thing.

Thank You
Samantha Cave
Bonita Destino

A car boot sale is where people sell their unwanted items. What you want to do sounds very good but is not good for car boot sales. I for one would not want to see this type of thing there. You need to be at a specialist event - there are craft markets held regularly in the city centre so why not try there?

Not technically a car boot, but some people may be interested in going to be pick up a bargain (http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?p=7163868#post7163868)

:)Come and join us at our next Fun Day !! :)

With the news of Prince William getting married we thought we should also have a party and what better way then one of our Community Fun Days

Kids games & activities, bouncy castle, stalls selling items such as arts and craft, bric a brac, make-up and information stalls from organisations in your local area

Stalls available - just contact the centre for more info - 0114 2332984

Longley 4G Community Centre
41 Southey Avenue
S5 7NN

Anyone know when the Hillsborough sports ground car boots start up again?

15th May - runs almost every week until end of August.

hi

what time can you get in to the twin oaks one? says 12.30 on website but thought it was 12?

thanks

hi

what time can you get in to the twin oaks one? says 12.30 on website but thought it was 12?

thanks

why not give them a call? 01623 629219 or 07966 445452/3 or 01246 520712

there is a very big one this sunday at the sheffield arena

why is there a charge to get in???:rolleyes:

Depending on who you believe, it's either to enable the philanthropic benefactors who are providing Sheffield with this service to break even, or because they're money-grabbing *******s who are squeezing every last penny that they can out of people.

I see my invitation to the organisers a couple of pages ago to give us some typical figures so that we could get a better idea of which of these it was has fallen on deaf ears.

Hi everyone,

I've been reading this thread with interest. I'm moving house soon and have a little pile of items I'd like to try and sell (bags, jewellry, books, CD's, clothes etc). Is this the right type of stuff to bring? Also, where would you recommend for a beginner?! I've heard good things about Hillsborough and Marsh Lane, but I'm a bit nervous about going!

Thanks,

Claire :)

Hi everyone,

I've been reading this thread with interest. I'm moving house soon and have a little pile of items I'd like to try and sell (bags, jewellry, books, CD's, clothes etc). Is this the right type of stuff to bring? Also, where would you recommend for a beginner?! I've heard good things about Hillsborough and Marsh Lane, but I'm a bit nervous about going!

Thanks,

Claire :)
I'd say those kinds of items would be sufficient for a car boot. Not done Marsh Lane, but done Hillsborough Arena. It does depend on the day, on what you have to sell and what buyers want to buy. It depends on where you live and how far you want to travel to dip your toe for your first car boot

ok every one is saying marsh lane starts on the 3rd
i have just been talking to jeff the man that runs it and it starts on the 10th
hope this clears things up

Yes bring back the carboots, been bored stiff lol

Just wondering if anyone knows if and where there are any car boot sales tomorrow? Thanks :)

the new one at sheffield arena starts tommorow x

Oldcotes tomorrow

Hi anybody know of any car boot in or around Sheffield !!

Hi anybody know of any car boot in or around Sheffield !!There's one at the Arena.

Any body know where there is any car boots on tomorrow?

hi, Sheff arena car park :)

Dore Cricket Club 11am

search on here for the carboot mega thread, or www.carbootjunction.co.uk

Tesco Car Park, Infirmary Road, I think.

u know what time in the morning plzzz

Tesco Car Park, Infirmary Road, I think.

Nope not this week

Dore Cricket Club 11am

can you give me address and if it is usually worth going please:help:

Im going to try the one at sheffield arena tommorrow

gates open at 6am and its 70p to get in you can park in the motorpoint carpark

dore cricket club is it tomorrow at 11

it says General Admission: Adults 70p, OAP 40p, Under 16s free wih free onsite car parking for customers Gates open from 6am

Catering and toilets will be availble on site

dore cricket club is it tomorrow at 11

do you have address?

it says General Admission: Adults 70p, OAP 40p, Under 16s free wih free onsite car parking for customers Gates open from 6am

Catering and toilets will be availble on site

is this carboot going to be every week or is it just a 1off?
Because i go to oldcoats every week but it is like a mud pit up there lol

March Lane, Eckington, 7am start, also Old coates as always is on from 5-12.xx

Merged into the Car Boot Megathread. Please don't start new threads without searching first- a search of just 'car boot' would have brought up the megathread.

March Lane, Eckington, 7am start,
There was no carboot there. Will start on 10th.
Why did I have to wake up THIS early???

Well, against my better judgement I went to the Arena one, and to be honest I thought the quality of stuff on offer was poor - it felt a bit like paying 70p to get into Blonk Street. Don't think I'll be going to that one very often in the future. Incidentally lots of stall holders were complaining about the fact that they were charging people to get in.

Went to the Arena car boot this morning, as mentioned above, the sellers were all complaining that the fee was too high and also the admission charge was too much for what was on offer.

I would suggest that if the organisers want this to be a success, they half all the charges.

The items on offer really needed picking through but i did manage to pick up a few treats :D

I cannot find dore cricket club ? Anyone got a Postcode

what are the charges

yes I went to the arena this morning was not impressed at all dont think ill be going back there

yes I went to the arena this morning was not impressed at all dont think ill be going back there

Me neither. Loads of over-priced tat. Roll on when Hillsborough arena starts.

I did the arena this morning.
I heard no one complain about the admission charge and thought it was really well organised and everything went really well. sold nearly everything we went in with. it was very busy all morning didnt stop selling til 12pm (got there at 6 am).

well done to the organisers will deffinately be going again when we have another clear out.

we went to the Arena too.
Did anyone else think that the aisles were way too narrow? caused a lot of congestion because the cars were way to close together, by the time the sellers had put up tables etc there wasn't hardly any room for the punters to get by.
Overall it was poor, too many traders, lots of tat and pay on entry.
Not a good start to the booting season in Sheffield.

I went selling at the arena. Was gunna go to Oldcotes. By the time I had put petrol in to get there plus admission charge it would have been more expensive. It was a slow start but sold almost all our stuff. Well worth it in my opinion. Won't be going to sell again tho as I have nothing left lol. So a good result.

I went to Sheff Arena to sell. Sold about 80% of the items I took. I do agree with some points in that it was expensive to sell there compared to Tesco (£5.50) & H'boro Arena (£7/£8?). It's the only one I know as well where people browsing have to pay to go in. It'd be interesting to know how much the organisers made today in way of charging people entry to look around.

What got me though was that when I called the organisers before hand to get more information was that they said if people were selling they could have as much room as needed. Upon arriving they directed you to a space and it was like packing sardines in a tin. Not a lot of room if people have 2 tables or lots to sell.

Not sure I'd do it again in a hurry unless I had lots to sell and the organisers made sure that sellers had whatever room they needed to set up. Maybe not charge buyers to enter either or reduce price for sellers on par with other car boot organisers. That's just my opinion though.

Well ........ I went today, being a car / van boot virgin :blush::blush:
Sold loads of sweets, and loads of 'TUT' which everyone seemed quite happy with. Whoever brought my sweets, thank you, and I hope you enjoy them, we will see you next time :D

Well ........ I went today, being a car / van boot virgin :blush::blush:
Sold loads of sweets, and loads of 'TUT' which everyone seemed quite happy with. Whoever brought my sweets, thank you, and I hope you enjoy them, we will see you next time :D

I have to laugh at some people when they say sellers at carboot sell tat. :rolleyes: One mans tat is another mans treasure. I seem to do alright from selling my tat. :hihi:

I have to laugh at some people when they say sellers at carboot sell tat. :rolleyes: One mans tat is another mans treasure. I seem to do alright from selling my tat. :hihi:

As I did as well, very well thank you. Was a little bit :suspect::suspect: about the 'gold' rings certain people were walking round trying to sell towards the end.

So true about one mans treasure etc lol. As for charging to go in as a buyer I think that's the way now. Every big carboot I've been to as of late they are now charging to go in. Oldcotes is the same they charge to both sell and buy. Anyway I was more than happy with the amount I took today. 

As I did as well, very well thank you. Was a little bit :suspect::suspect: about the 'gold' rings certain people were walking round trying to sell towards the end.

this use to happen at blonk street all the time why dont they stop it
its the same people all the time :(:(

I would like to take some things to sell at a car boot sale on Saturday 16th April. Anyone know where there is one on that day please ? :)

One on Sunday at sheffield arena if that helps

I would like to take some things to sell at a car boot sale on Saturday 16th April. Anyone know where there is one on that day please ? :)

you could always try this (info taken from first page):
# Twin Oaks - Palterton nr. Chesterfield - afternoons (and Bank Holidays) 2nd April until the end of October. Sellers can arrive from 10am and go straight on the field cost £10.00 or they can arrive and wait in a queue until 12 noon for £8.00; Buyers can go on early by paying £10.00, or all buyers are let on between 12.30pm and 12.45pm, Tel: Treasure Trove Fairs on 01623 629219 or 07966 445452/3 or 01246 520712 http://www.ttfairs.co.uk/locations.htm

could anyone tell me if there is parking at the arena and do they charge:)

Admission charges for Car Boot at Arena are: Adults 70p, OAP 40p, Under 16s free

Onsite car parking for customers is free

Traders entry fees: Cars £10, Car & trailer or small van £12.50, Large Van £15

More info and date on Arena web site http://www.motorpointarena.co.uk/whats-on/giant-car-boot-sale/

Does anyone know when the little car boot accross from Dusty Miller at Barlborough opens again, if it is? I prefer this one as its small and on my way etc...

When next Tesco car boot Upperthorpe

When next Tesco car boot Upperthorpe

1st May. Prebooked by going to Customer service desk at the store. £5.50 per car

Yes, 1st May! You need to book at Tesco Customer Service Desk, just inside the store if you're selling and it's free for buyers. I've got my ticket already!

hi all any one heard any thing about a carboot sale at Owlerton Stadium
just been told they is some planning application signs been put up around it ??

oooo havent heard anything about this, keeps us posted if you hear anything else please :)

any1 no wot time car boot starts 2moz at barlborough and is it a big 1.thanks

After the discontent shown by some visitors to last weeks Motorpoint Arens carboot, I was wondering what other forumers think to this years pricing policy at the Bowshaw carboot? They are charging £1 across the board for both sellers and buyers. Quite busy this morning too.

On a different note, did anyone notice how lumpy and bumpy the field was at Marsh Lane this morning? I was stumbling all over the place (and, no, I'd not been drinking lol). Hope that the ground evens out over the next few weeks.

What, a quid to get into Bowshaw? Thou jokest, surely? I saw on somebody's sig it was a quid to stand but it didn't say anything about being a quid to buy as well. If it's true though I won't be going back to that one either, unless I do some selling.

Went to Doncaster this morning and did OK.

On a different note, did anyone notice how lumpy and bumpy the field was at Marsh Lane this morning? I was stumbling all over the place (and, no, I'd not been drinking lol). Hope that the ground evens out over the next few weeks.

I went to this yesterday and yes it was a little rutted. Got stuck on the M1 for half an hour as someone had decided to turn their caravan over and block two lanes.
My first time at marsh lane and was well impressed. Spent a fortune but got some really nice stuff.

After the discontent shown by some visitors to last weeks Motorpoint Arens carboot, I was wondering what other forumers think to this years pricing policy at the Bowshaw carboot? They are charging £1 across the board for both sellers and buyers. Quite busy this morning too.

On a different note, did anyone notice how lumpy and bumpy the field was at Marsh Lane this morning? I was stumbling all over the place (and, no, I'd not been drinking lol). Hope that the ground evens out over the next few weeks.

Is Bowshaw carboot on every week

Is Bowshaw carboot on every week

Yes...................

The carboot @ arena what date is it on plz?Also anyone know how to get in contact please?thanx all

The carboot @ arena what date is it on plz?Also anyone know how to get in contact please?thanx all

Sheffield Arena*NEW CAR BOOT* - mornings from 6am - Starts 3rd April and will be every Sunday (NB: No car boots on 10th April or 8th May - this is subject to confirmation);£10 per car payable on the day. Contact number 07798 588011; To get there, the tram stops at Sheffield Arena and is a short walk to the car park. Alternatively catch the X78 to Royal Mail sorting office on Brightside Lane. It is then a 2/3 minute walk past the Freemans call centre on Amberley Stree

Hi all! WEDNESDAY CARBOOT!
Looking for a carboot sale/bric-a-brac/antiquey type thing tomorrow morning (WEDNESDAY). The most like a carboot the better, but can be market aswell.

Seems like choices are Denaby, Rotherham Market, or Fitzwilliam (not sure where that is).

Can anyone advise which is best? Thanks

Hi all! WEDNESDAY CARBOOT!
Looking for a carboot sale/bric-a-brac/antiquey type thing tomorrow morning (WEDNESDAY). The most like a carboot the better, but can be market aswell.

Seems like choices are Denaby, Rotherham Market, or Fitzwilliam (not sure where that is).

Can anyone advise which is best? Thanks

Does anyone know yet?

Does anyone know yet?

I didn't know there were any car boot sales on Wednesdays anywhere round about, but would also like to know if this is the case.

I only found out they were Car Boots on Saturdays through this Forum but then they don't let me out much:confused:!

Sheffield Transport Sports Club at Meadowhead will be doing a car boot on Bank Holiday Monday 25th April and Bank Holiday Monday May 2nd.
Sellers onsite by 0930 Buyers from 0930 to 1330.
Cost £8 in advance no large vans. First come first served, limited 100 booters.
Car parking £1.
Tickets for pitches for April 25th sold in the bar or patio area at the sports club on
sunday 17th 1800 - 2100 and Wednesday 20th/Thursday 21st/Friday 22nd 1900-2100.
Please have the registration details of the vehicle you will be using on the car boot sale.

Sheffield Transport Sports Club at Meadowhead will be doing a car boot on Bank Holiday Monday 25th April and Bank Holiday Monday May 2nd.
Sellers onsite by 0930 Buyers from 0930 to 1330.
Cost £8 in advance no large vans. First come first served, limited 100 booters.
Car parking £1.
Tickets for pitches for April 25th sold in the bar or patio area at the sports club on
sunday 17th 1800 - 2100 and Wednesday 20th/Thursday 21st/Friday 22nd 1900-2100.
Please have the registration details of the vehicle you will be using on the car boot sale.
Can you buy tickets for pitches on May 2nd at the above times too?

I am looking to start up at car booting and noticed that Motorpoint arena is hosting one on Sundays in its car park.

I have never car booted before and realy have loads of items I need rid of that I just can't sell on ebay :D. Does anyone have any advice for a complete car boot newbie any advise would be welcome.

Do I have to book a lot or is it just a case of turning up on the day and paying the £10 entry fee, and gates open at 6am so when should I turn up?

I know this might seem a little silly to some people, but I have not been to a car boot sale, since a very small child :D.

Thanks for any replys in advance.

At most sales you can just turn up and pay.

Dont have a 'set price' in mind for anything, let your buyers haggle with you!

Does anyone know if barlborough car boot is starting this saturday 16th april. thankyou.

Bowshaw carboot any directions or postcode? Thanks dave

Hi all! WEDNESDAY CARBOOT!
Looking for a carboot sale/bric-a-brac/antiquey type thing tomorrow morning (WEDNESDAY). The most like a carboot the better, but can be market aswell.

Seems like choices are Denaby, Rotherham Market, or Fitzwilliam (not sure where that is).

Can anyone advise which is best? Thanks
Torksey car boot every Wednesday good day out.

Ahh okay, I will just turn up at 6am :D. Time to get in the haggling mood then :D.

Fragrantia thats fine please make sure you say so when booking though.

Hi all! WEDNESDAY CARBOOT!
Looking for a carboot sale/bric-a-brac/antiquey type thing tomorrow morning (WEDNESDAY). The most like a carboot the better, but can be market aswell.

Seems like choices are Denaby, Rotherham Market, or Fitzwilliam (not sure where that is).

Can anyone advise which is best? Thanks

Bit late I know but......


Denaby - don't waste your petrol to get there. Same locals each week, with same stuff.

Rotherham Market - can't speak for. Didn't know about that one.

Fitzwilliam - Proper big field car boot. Combination of market traders and real car booters. It's in the bit between Barnsley, Hemsworth and Pontefract if that helps.

jim

Is the Bowshaw Carboot at that roundabout on your way to Dronfield from the Meadowhead direction? Is it usually any good?

Does anyone know if it is worth doing a car boot at the new Motorpoint Arena on Sunday? Were there many stalls and customers at the last one?

When isit the carboot

all carboots are listed on the first page on this listing

Does anyone know if it is worth doing a car boot at the new Motorpoint Arena on Sunday? Were there many stalls and customers at the last one?

To be honest, with it being the first one there, everyone was feeling the water so to speak. There were many stalls actually, and lots of buyers so Id say its worth a shot to be a seller or buyer. Good luck :)

Still dont agree with the entrance fee for buyers though :(

You might find Hope Valley carboot info on HopeValleyForum.co.uk its just started up so not sure if it has yet.;)

I have tried to phone the contact for the bowshaw carboot but its off. Anyone know if yoou can just turn up to sell? If so what time to arrive? Thanks

How do you book for bowshaw i tried janets number .... its not turned on, I tried many times yesterday too .... Any ideas?

How do you book for bowshaw i tried janets number .... its not turned on, I tried many times yesterday too .... Any ideas?

I'm pretty sure you just turn up. It was definately on last week so it shoudl be on again. If i were you i'd go and if it's off for any reason, marsh lane is around the corner so you can go there instead.

According to the page on Hope Valley College website, the boot sales there restarted on the 10th April.

http://www.hvcollege.com/index.php/component/content/article?id=189

First post updated. Let me know if I've missed any updates as I've been away

is bowshaw on today, if so anyone know how much to get in, as there are conflicting prices on posts
thanks

I talked to the stewards at the Motorpoint arena today and they confirmed that there definitely will be a car boot sale there on the 24th April, so could this be altered in the first post please?

I enjoyed my first time at this new car boot sale, it had a nice atmosphere and was quite big with a good range of items for sale. It was very quiet for buyers today even though there were loads of sellers, perhaps because a lot of people are on holiday, so I do hope sellers weren't discouraged, I am sure it will grow as people get to know about it.

There is a list of all the dates here:-

http://www.motorpointarena.co.uk/whats-on/giant-car-boot-sale/

Went to Bowshaw today and did some selling for a change. Did OK even though the number of sellers seemed to outnumber the buyers for much of it. Someone said the pound parking charge for buyers is going to be 50p next week (though you'd need to confirm that) so maybe this was putting some buyers off. I also heard someone say that Marsh Lane is charging a pound a person to get in and buy this year - is that correct? If so, it looks as though the Arena have opened the floodgates and everybody else is doing the same.

Bowshaw only charged £1 for sellers the last two weeks - does anyone know how long this will be the case?

Many thanks :)

Hope isn't charging yet!

Pretty busy there though nothing of interest there for me - I spent 20p! Last of the big spenders, I am.

I talked to the stewards at the Motorpoint arena today and they confirmed that there definitely will be a car boot sale there on the 24th April, so could this be altered in the first post please?

There is a list of all the dates here:-

http://www.motorpointarena.co.uk/whats-on/giant-car-boot-sale/Amended and first post updated again.

There's a few bits of info missing. Does anyone have any info on Grenoside this year?

Bowshaw was really good I thought. I was buying and found some decent stuff, not all junk like many other carboots.
It cost £1 per car to buy, but they are changing it to 50p per person next week as everyone was parking outside and walking in for free. it also cost £1 to sell which I think is amazing when other carboots are charging upto £10!
Very impressed and I will definitely be going back next week to sell.

went to Twin Oaks yesterday, was the busiest ive ever seen it (seller wise). although all i bought was a burger, i just used the boot as an excuse for a walk! had to park in the field across the road which havent had to do before.

had to laugh as there were signs for 'car booters carpark', and another one for 'wedding guests'. cant say i'd fancy my wedding smack bang next to a carboot, and i'd be worried about what gifts the guests would be getting me last minute lol......!

Anyone done Kiverton recently? Is it worth standing on Tuesday.


Cheers

Jim

Went to Bowshaw today and did some selling for a change. Did OK even though the number of sellers seemed to outnumber the buyers for much of it. Someone said the pound parking charge for buyers is going to be 50p next week (though you'd need to confirm that) so maybe this was putting some buyers off. I also heard someone say that Marsh Lane is charging a pound a person to get in and buy this year - is that correct? If so, it looks as though the Arena have opened the floodgates and everybody else is doing the same.

Hi, the charge @ Marsh Lane is 50p per person upon entry. The charge @ Twin Oaks is £1.00 per person or you can pay £10.00 to go in early and grab all the bargains before the field opens to the public... Not too bad I suppose if you have a car of 4 works out @ £2.50 each and you get to grab all the bargains before they let the public onto the field. We went to Bowshaw and were not overly impressed at the parking charge as some people ignored the signs, parked on the edge of the road and didnt pay a penny. I agree everyone seems to be jumping on the bandwagon of charging buyers now.

Hi, the charge @ Marsh Lane is 50p per person upon entry. The charge @ Twin Oaks is £1.00 per person or you can pay £10.00 to go in early and grab all the bargains before the field opens to the public... Not too bad I suppose if you have a car of 4 works out @ £2.50 each and you get to grab all the bargains before they let the public onto the field. We went to Bowshaw and were not overly impressed at the parking charge as some people ignored the signs, parked on the edge of the road and didnt pay a penny. I agree everyone seems to be jumping on the bandwagon of charging buyers now.

It's a shame that organisers are now charging buyers to enter a car boot as well as sellers. You'd think they'd make enough from charging sellers to let buyers in for free:confused::roll::huh:. Maybe charging people to look around will put people off and begin to see the decline of the car boot, which will be a shame

It's a shame that organisers are now charging buyers to enter a car boot as well as sellers. You'd think they'd make enough from charging sellers to let buyers in for free:confused::roll::huh:. Maybe charging people to look around will put people off and begin to see the decline of the car boot, which will be a shame

Twin Oaks told us the charge for buyers is to cover the cost of a free bus they have put on too and from the overflow carpark. To be honest a £1 per person is cheap for a nice walk around a field.

We sold at twin oaks on Saturday and although we made quite a bit - it was tainted by a few early buyers that stole a box from the back of our car and another that stole an single item of the table, both items together would have sold for about £8 so it wasn't too bad but how desperate do people have to be to steal at a Carboot !!!! :rant:

It's a shame that organisers are now charging buyers to enter a car boot as well as sellers. You'd think they'd make enough from charging sellers to let buyers in for free:confused::roll::huh:. Maybe charging people to look around will put people off and begin to see the decline of the car boot, which will be a shame

My feelings exactly. The simple answer is that we should boycott the ones who charge and go to the ones that don't. And before anyone says I'm a complete hypocrite by going to Bowshaw, yes, I know I am.

Oh, and thanks to Jenhoppy for putting me right on the charges.

Sheffield Transport Sports Club at Meadowhead will be doing a car boot on Bank Holiday Monday 25th April and Bank Holiday Monday May 2nd.
Sellers onsite by 0930 Buyers from 0930 to 1330.
Cost £8 in advance no large vans. First come first served, limited 100 booters.
Car parking £1.
Tickets for pitches for April 25th sold in the bar or patio area at the sports club on
sunday 17th 1800 - 2100 and Wednesday 20th/Thursday 21st/Friday 22nd 1900-2100.
Please have the registration details of the vehicle you will be using on the car boot sale.

Does anyone know of any other car boot or similar events taking place on Monday 2nd May in or around Sheffield?

is bowshaw on today, if so anyone know how much to get in, as there are conflicting prices on posts
thanks

Read my sig that is for every week, same price all year, PM me if you want Janets new number.

Hi, the charge @ Marsh Lane is 50p per person upon entry. The charge @ Twin Oaks is £1.00 per person or you can pay £10.00 to go in early and grab all the bargains before the field opens to the public... Not too bad I suppose if you have a car of 4 works out @ £2.50 each and you get to grab all the bargains before they let the public onto the field. We went to Bowshaw and were not overly impressed at the parking charge as some people ignored the signs, parked on the edge of the road and didnt pay a penny. I agree everyone seems to be jumping on the bandwagon of charging buyers now.

I think you will find that bowshaw is the cheapest of them concerning standing or entry for buyers.
This week was busy again and a bargain for everyone concerned.
Car boots need stalls and customers and bowshaw have found a formula to supply everyone with a good experience.
It won't make loads of money but it will be something people can enjoy going to, weather permitting.

Hi there, can anybody tell me if Marsh Lane car boot will be going ahead this sunday- it's just with it being Easter Sunday I wanted to check?
Also, for those of you experience with carbooting - is it normally busy on a bank holiday weekend or is it dead?
Many thanks in advance.

Hi there, can anybody tell me if Marsh Lane car boot will be going ahead this sunday- it's just with it being Easter Sunday I wanted to check?
Also, for those of you experience with carbooting - is it normally busy on a bank holiday weekend or is it dead?
Many thanks in advance.

We went to the Twin Oaks one a couple of occasions over Bank Hols last year. We didnt think it was very good and felt a lot of the sellers were just there to get rid of the items that they didnt sell either on the Sat or Sun....ok for an afternoon out tho and a bit of sun weather permitting :-)

Hey does anyone know the Start times of the Bank Hol boots at Sheffield Transport. Meadowhead ?

0930 is the buyers time Jen at Sheffield Transport both April 25th and May 2nd. If the weather is fine it should be one of the flattest walks for a car boot with a nice bar open from 1000 and use of the sports club toilets.

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i heard there was one at clowne and one at killamarsh
anyone know??????????????????/