Bargain hunters craving one-of-a-kind items will be thrilled to hear that car boot sales across Hampshire have finally returned.
Whether you’re looking for something special or looking for the next deal of the century, visiting a car boot store is still a very popular pastime.
This year, car boot sales are expected to see a huge turnout as banned Brits seize the chance to capitalize on their clutter.
During the months we were locked down, many took the opportunity to clear their closets and attics and fill trash bags with one man’s trash and another man’s treasure.
While many have turned to online sales sites like the Facebook Marketplace, Gumtree, eBay, and Depop, there’s nothing like a good sale of car boots to get you some bob.
You can also keep an eye on the goods of other sellers who know you might find a gem.
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Here are five auto boot sales up again in Hampshire:
Hillside Car Boot Sale – Alton
Alton’s dog-friendly giant car boot sales have been going on since 1990. It is a family-run business in the picturesque rolling hills of Alton.
Seller: Any size car £ 8, charities £ 4
Buyer: £ 1 between 7am and 8am, adults 30p after 8am, children, disabled and seniors free.
Address: Hillside Nurseries, Basingstoke Road, Alton. GU34 4BH
Events: Every Sunday and public holiday Monday from Easter to October
Starts: Seller / buyer 7 a.m.
Weyhill Car Boot Sale – Andover
The hugely successful weekly sale takes place in a prime location in Weyhill, Andover, which attracts many passers-by.
Seller: £ 7 per car – £ 12 per large van or dealer.
Buyer: Early entry before 8 a.m. – £ 1, early entry 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. – 50 p.m., entry 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., kids free
Address: Amesbury Road, Weyhill Roundabout, Andover. SP11 8EA
Events: Every Sunday until September 26, 2021
Starts: Seller / buyer 8 a.m.
Ends: 12 / 1pm
Eastleigh Market and Car Boot Sale – Eastleigh
Eastleigh’s traditional weekly market and auto boot sales take place every Thursday and Saturday unless there is a major event in the city center.
The markets feature a variety of stallholders selling a range of products such as local produce, household items, flowers and plants, entertainment, gifts, and more.
Seller: Cars £ 5, vans £ 10, trailers extra £ 5, table rentals £ 5
Address: Leigh Road / Market Place, Eastleigh. SO50 9FH
Events: Every Thursday and Saturday
Starts: Seller 8 a.m., buyer 9 a.m.
Ends: 13 o’clock
New Forest Car Boot Sale – Lymington
Strawberry Fields is a friendly and laid back boot store that has been running for over 30 years.
Seller: Cars £ 7, Vans £ 9, Car with trailer £ + 1
Buyer: Free
Address: Strawberry fields, Southampton Road, Lymington. SO41 8PT
Events: Every Sunday & public holiday Monday
Starts: Seller / buyer 6.30 a.m.
Ends: 13 o’clock
Farnborough Car Boot Sale
There is a weekly auto boot sale on Sunday in the Pinehurst multi-storey car park.
Seller: Small car £ 8, large car £ 10, vans £ 12, trailers Small extra £ 5, large £ 10.
Buyer: Early between 8.30am and 10.30am £ 5 per person, after 10.30am 50p no charge for children under 16 years
Address: Pinehurst multi-storey car park, Pinehurst Roundabout, Farnborough. GU14 7TE
Events: Every Sunday
Starts: Seller 8:30 a.m. (pre-booked), buyer 8:30 a.m.
Ends: 1.30 p.m.
