Car boot sales are a popular pastime across Lincolnshire, bringing together bargain hunters, collectors, families and casual browsers from all over the county. Most local car boot sales run from mid-spring to autumn, with the busiest periods falling during the warmer days of summer and the school holidays. Larger-scale car boots can attract thousands of visitors, while smaller community car boot sales offer a more relaxed and local atmosphere.
This 2026 guide to car boot sales across Lincolnshire has been put together by Mablethorpe Online and focuses particularly on events in and around Mablethorpe, the Lincolnshire Coast, and nearby towns that are easily reached from the area. It brings together the most up-to-date information on regular and seasonal car boots across the county, including expected dates, opening times, entry prices, and what you can expect when you arrive.
This page will be updated throughout the year as dates are confirmed, and new information becomes available, making it a useful resource to bookmark if you regularly attend car boot sales or are visiting the Lincolnshire Coast. The car boots are listed below, starting with those closest to Mablethorpe.
Sherwood Field Car Boot Sale
Sherwood Field Car Boot Sale is the largest regular car boot sale in the Mablethorpe area, held every Monday on Sherwood Field, just a short walk from the town centre. Popular with both locals and visitors alike, it offers plenty of stalls to browse and the chance to pick up a bargain or two in a relaxed seaside setting, making it the perfect way to start your week in Mablethorpe.
| Location | Sherwood Road, Mablethorpe, LN12 1HU |
| Distance | Just a short walk from Mablethorpe town centre |
| Dates | Every Monday from May – August |
| Times | Sellers from 7am, Public from 8:30am |
| Prices | Sellers: £5, Public are asked for a small donation |
| Parking | Free parking available on the adjacent field |
| Facilities | Toilet facilities, on-site cafe, children’s play area & park |
| Accessibility | Outdoors on a grass field, so accessibility can be weather dependent |
| Website | facebook.com/groups/1594126600867881/ |
Trusthorpe Car Boot Sale
Trusthorpe Car Boot Sale is a friendly, community-focused sale held every Wednesday, just off the main road from Mablethorpe to Sutton-on-Sea. It’s ideal for families and casual bargain hunters, with a mix of traders and local sellers offering everything from toys and clothing to household items. With plenty of stalls, a food van, and its relaxed atmosphere, it’s a great way to spend the morning at the coast.
| Location | Main Street, Trusthorpe, LN12 2QE |
| Distance | 3 miles / 6 min drive from Mablethorpe |
| Dates | Every Wednesday, from mid-April |
| Times | Traders from 6:30am, Public from 8am |
| Prices | Sellers: £6 – £10, Public: £1 |
| Parking | Free on-site parking available |
| Facilities | On-site toilet, food vendor serving hot & cold snacks |
| Accessibility | Grass field, may be weather dependent |
| Website | facebook.com/trusthorpecarboot/ |
Three Bridge Lane Car Boot
Three Bridge Lane Car Boot Sale is a community-focused outdoor car boot held in the village of Saltfleetby, within easy reach of Mablethorpe and the surrounding Lincolnshire coast. Known for its relaxed, rural setting, this car boot attracts a mix of regular sellers and visitors, making it a good option for a casual morning browse and the chance to pick up a bargain.
| Location | Three Bridge Lane, Saltfleetby, LN11 7UA |
| Distance | 7 miles / 13 min drive from Mablethorpe |
| Dates | Specific dates during the year – Dates TBC |
| Times | Sellers from 11am, Public from 12pm |
| Prices | Sellers: £5, Public: Free |
| Parking | Free parking available |
| Facilities | Toilet facilities & refreshments |
| Accessibility | Outdoors on a grass field, weather dependent |
| Website | facebook.com/groups/1053010906681749/ |
Legbourne Car Boot Sale
Legbourne Car Boot Sale is a long-running village car boot held just on the outskirts of Louth, making it a popular choice for those willing to travel a little further from the Lincolnshire coast. With a friendly atmosphere and a good mix of regular sellers, it’s well suited to relaxed browsing and traditional car boot bargain hunting!
Please note: Traders are not allowed on site, and no dogs please.
| Location | Chapel Lane, Legbourne |
| Distance | 11 miles / 20 min drive from Mablethorpe |
| Dates | Specific Sundays and Bank Holidays – Dates TBC |
| Times | Sellers from 8:30am, Public from 9:30am |
| Prices | Sellers: £6, Public: £1 |
| Parking | On-site car parking available |
| Facilities | On-site toilets, refreshments & children’s play area |
| Accessibility | Outdoors on a grass field |
| Website | legbournecommunitycentre.com |
Addlethorpe Car Boot Sale
Addlethorpe Car Boot Sale is a very popular seasonal car boot held near the village of Addlethorpe, close to the Skegness area and within a short drive from Mablethorpe. It’s a busy and lively sale during the summer months, attracting a mix of traders, holidaymakers, and regular visitors looking for a traditional seaside car boot experience.
| Location | Orby Road, Skegness |
| Distance | 12 miles / 27 min drive from Mablethorpe |
| Dates | Every Tuesday & Sunday – Dates TBC |
| Times | Sellers from 4:30 – 6:30am, Public from 7am |
| Prices | Sellers from £6 – £10, Public: £1 |
| Parking | On-site parking available |
| Facilities | On-site toilets, including disabled, food vendors |
| Accessibility | Outdoors on a grass field. May be uneven in places |
| Website | facebook.com/AddlethorpeCarboot/ |
Burgh Roundabout Car Boot
Burgh Roundabout Car Boot Sale is a well-known and often busy car boot held near Burgh le Marsh, close to the A158 and within easy reach of Skegness and the Lincolnshire coast. Its convenient roadside location makes it popular with both regular visitors and passing traffic, offering a lively atmosphere and a wide variety of stalls during peak season.
| Location | A158, Burgh-le-Marsh, PE24 5LL |
| Distance | 17 miles / 30 min drive from Mablethorpe |
| Dates | Every Friday & Bank Holiday Monday from April |
| Times | Sellers: 5:30am, Public: 8:30am |
| Prices | Sellers from £6 – £10, |
| Parking | On-site parking available |
| Facilities | Toilet facilities, and food vendor serving hot & cold snacks |
| Accessibility | Outdoors on a grass field. |
Stickney Car Boot Sale
Stickney Car Boot is one of the most popular and well-established car boots in the Lincolnshire area, attracting both locals and visitors looking for great bargains each week. Held each Saturday, this bustling event features a wide variety of stalls, from household items and antiques to plants and fresh produce. With plenty of parking and refreshment stalls on-site, it’s a great place to spend a morning browsing or selling unwanted items. Stickney Car Boot runs from late March until November or December.
| Location | Main Road, Stickney, PE22 8AG |
| Distance | 24 miles / 39 min drive from Mablethorpe |
| Dates | Every Saturday from the 28th March 2026 |
| Times | Sellers from 7am, Public from 8:30am |
| Prices | Sellers from £5, Public: Free |
| Parking | Free parking available, or just a short walk from town |
| Facilities | Toilet facilities and an on-site cafes serving snacks and hot drinks. |
| Accessibility | Outdoors on a grass field. |
| Website | stickneycarbootsale.co.uk |
Stickney Autojumble Sale
The Stickney Autojumble is a specialist sale, rather than your traditional car boot sale, focusing on vehicle parts, tools, automobilia, and engineering-related items. Held in the village of Stickney, this popular event attracts enthusiasts from across Lincolnshire and beyond, making it well worth the journey for anyone interested in classic cars, motorbikes, or mechanical projects.
| Location | Main Road, Stickney. PE22 8AG |
| Distance | 24 miles / 39 min drive from Mablethorpe |
| Dates | 29th Mar | 26th Apr | 31st May | 28th Jun | 26th Jul | 30th Aug | 27th Sep | 25th Oct |
| Times | Sellers from 7am, Public from 8:30am |
| Prices | Sellers from £5, Public: Free |
| Parking | Free parking available |
| Facilities | Toilet facilities and food vendors |
| Accessibility | Outdoors on a grass field, with paths |
| Website | stickneycarbootsale.co.uk |
Hemswell Sunday Market
Hemswell market is one of the biggest Sunday markets and car boot sales in the country, with hundreds of stalls trading each week. With its ideal location near Caenby Corner, at the junction of the A15 & A631, and being just a 10 miles drive from the M180, it makes for the perfect day out, and the ideal place to grab a bargain or two.
| Location | A631, Gainsborough |
| Distance | 43 miles / 1 hour 4 min drive from Mablethorpe |
| Dates | Every Sunday |
| Times | Sellers from 6:30am, Public from 8am |
| Prices | Sellers: £8 – £15 |
| Parking | Free parking available, with disabled spots |
| Facilities | Toilet facilities, cafes, various food vendors |
| Accessibility | Outdoors on a grass field, with sand & stone paths |
| Website | hemswellmarket.co.uk |
Allington Car Boot & Market
The Allington car boot and market is located near Grantham, accessible from the A1, north and southbound, at the Downtown roundabout. The market features a large flat field, making it easy to walk over and for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
| Location | Arena UK, Allington, Grantham, NG32 2EF |
| Distance | 60 miles / 1 hour 33 min drive from Mablethorpe |
| Dates | 6th & 19th Apr | 10th & 25th May | 7th, 21st & 28th Jun | 5th, 19th & 26th Jul | 16th, 23rd & 31st Aug | 6th & 12th Sep |
| Times | Sellers from 5:30am, Public from 7am |
| Prices | Sellers: £6 (includes free raffle ticket with £50 prize), Public: £1 |
| Parking | Free parking available, |
| Facilities | Toilet facilities, catering vans |
| Accessibility | Outdoors on a flat grass field |
| Website | allingtoncarboot.co.uk |
Whether you’re a regular car boot visitor or planning your first trip, we hope this guide helps you make the most of Lincolnshire’s car boot scene. Please don’t forget to share this guide with friends or family planning a day out on the coast, and if you run a car boot sale yourself – get in touch to have your event included in future updates!
