From Battersea to Peckham: Five of London’s best car boot sales

We are now living in the age of the circular economy where buying second hand or vintage is the trendier option.

What better place to hunt for some preloved wares and goods than at a car boot sale.

Whether it’s a high end fashion steal you’re after or some bargain antiques, there are plenty of hidden gems to be found around London.

We’ve rounded up five of the best car boot sales in the capital for a wholesome weekend outing.

St Augustine’s Car Boot Sale

St Augustine’s School, Kilburn Park Road, NW6 5SN Every Saturday from 7am–2pm

One of London’s most famous car boots, St Augustine’s in Kilburn has been running now for over 25 years.

More flea market than traditional car boot sale, you’ll find everything from quirky vintage bird cages to Cath Kitson crockery.

Entry is £5 for shoppers if you arrive before 10:30am and £1 after.

Princess May Car Boot Sale

Princess May School, Princess May Rd, N16 8DF Every Saturday and Sunday from 7:30am–2pm.

Taking place every Saturday and Sunday at a schoolyard in Stoke Newington, this lively spot is all about the retro clothing.

It’s rumoured that stylists living in the area sell their old stock there.

Run by the same people that organise St Augustine’s, the Princess May Car Boot Sale is a popular weekend spot amongst east end locals.

Entry is £5 for shoppers if you arrive before 10:30am and £1 after.

Peckham Car Boot Sale

Harris Academy, 112 Peckham Rd, SE15 5DZ Every other Sunday from 10:30am–2pm

Located in the fictional home of Del Boy, the Peckham Car Boot is one of South London’s best.

You’ll find all types of treasures there from vintage cowboy boots to logoed t-shirts.

The early bird entrance fee is £5.00 from 10am to 10.30am and £1 after that.

Crystal Palace Car Boot Sale

Crystal Palace Park, The Italian Terraces, Anerley Hill, Bromley, SE19 2BA Every Wednesday from 7am–12:30pm

The Crystal Palace Car Boot Sale offers up an eclectic array of old household goods for you to rummage your way through on a Wednesday morning.

Buyers can expect to find anything from antiques, Bric-a-brac, vintage and preloved clothing, jewellery and fashion accessories to furniture, used tools, electrical equipment toys, old books, ephemera, paintings, photography and more.

Battersea Car Boot Sale

Harris Academy, 401 Battersea Park Road, SW11 5AP Every Sunday from 1:30pm–5pm

This one is for those of you that enjoy a Sunday lie in. Located near Battersea Park, this is one of the longest running London car boot sales having started in 1999.

You’ll find all the usual bric-a-brac here along with designer goods, collectables and even high-end antiques!