General Questions
Do I need to book a pitch?
Cars should book, using our online booking system. It is only possible to book for the weekend ahead as the weather and people’s plans change so much.
If you are selling from a van, you should email or message :
07956 365879 Princess May Car Boot
07956 312131 St.Augustine’s Car Boot
Does it matter if the things I wish to sell are NOT vintage?
Absolutely not! As long as your wares are second hand it is absolutely fine.
What Sells best at the Car Boot Sale?
Everything from clothes to toys, bric-a-brac, pictures, pieces of furniture, jewellery, Vinyls, the list is endless. We think it’s good to remember a golden rule…. if it’s fit for the bin, don’t bring it! It’s about turning out what you no longer have a use for.
Are you allowed to sell new goods?
It is fine if you bring along unwanted gifts that are deemed new. However, we are not a market and do not wish to have market stalls within our Car Boot Sales. Our Car Boot Sales are very well attended because our customers enjoy picking up their second hand and retro gear!
What happens if it rains?
Both St Augustine’s and Princess May Car Boot Sales have indoor areas for those rainy days. Our Inside areas also have tables provided.
How do I price my items I wish to sell?
We always advise people to have a price in their head that they are happy to accept for each item. A lot of bartering goes on within the Car Boot Sale world; so we suggest that you stick a couple of quid on to the price of an item, so that when you are knocked down, you receive the price you want.
Should I individually price my items before I arrive?
Definitely NOT! Everyone will still ask the price! why? we are not sure!
What items cannot be sold at the Car Boot Sale?
Fake/Counterfeit items, Food and Drink, Cigarettes, Livestock, Tins of Paint, Knives.
Can I leave early?
The Finish time is 14.00 hours. If you are selling from a vehicle it is not possible to leave any earlier as it causes and inconvenience to others selling and it is not safe for our shoppers. We recommend that if you need to leave early, you walk you things in and leave whenever you want to.
