Leeds Car Boot Sales: Where should you be hunting Sunday mornings in April?
There is an old saying that one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, and in Leeds, that philosophy is currently fuelling a massive Sunday tradition.
As the April weather begins to settle (fingers crossed), the city’s car boot scene is back in full swing, offering everything from rare vinyl and vintage fashion to those essential household bits you didn't know you needed until you saw them on a wallpaper pasting table.
Alternatively, a chance to declutter those items instead?
For some, the thrill is in the 5am ‘early morning catch’ with a torch in hand, racing the trade buyers for a hidden masterpiece. For others, the perfect Sunday involves a leisurely coffee and a late-morning stroll through rows of curated bric-a-brac without a speck of mud in sight.
We’ve rounded up the four essential car boot sales to visit across the Leeds area this April that may pique your interest.
Leeds car boot sales to check out in April
Wetherby Racecourse (April 12, 19, and 26)
- Location: York Road, Wetherby, LS22 5EJ
- Times: Sellers from 6am, buyers from 7am
Widely considered a titan of the West Yorkshire car boot scene and renowned for its sheer scale, Wetherby is where you’ll find the most professional-grade bargains and the widest variety of goods.
Because it’s hosted on the vast racecourse grounds, it has a high-energy atmosphere that rewards those willing to set a 5am alarm.
If you’re looking for volume and the thrill of a big crowd, this is the undisputed heavyweight champion.
Otley Carboot Sale (April 12, 19, and 26)
- Location: Wharfedale Farmers Auction Mart, Leeds Road, LS21 3BD
- Times: Sellers from 10am, buyers from 12pm
Some say that Otley is the ‘civilised person’s’ car boot sale; it’s famous for its "no-mud" guarantee, as the entire event takes place on the concrete hardstanding of the local auction mart.
It’s particularly popular for two reasons: the afternoon start time, which allows for a decent enough Sunday lie-in, and its charming, semi-rural vibe. You’ll often find a higher quality of household clear-out items here rather than professional trade stalls, making it a goldmine for unique home décor and garden finds.
Leeds City Afternoon Car Boot Sale (April 12, 19, and 26)
- Location: Temple Green Park and Ride, Pontefract Lane, LS9 0PS
- Times: Sellers from 10am, buyers from 11:30am
This sale is a local favourite for its accessibility and massive capacity. It is renowned for being one of the largest afternoon sales in the region, utilising the expansive park and ride to ensure a clean, mud-free experience for visitors.
It captures a great casual crowd who enjoy a late-morning hunt for hidden gems without the pressure of a dawn start.
The Old Woollen Car Boot Sale (April 26)
- Location: The Old Woollen, Sunnybank Mills, Farsley, LS28 5UJ
- Times: 9am - 1pm
If other sales are about quantity, the Old Woollen is about curation and style.
This boutique car boot sale is set against the stunning industrial backdrop of Sunnybank Mills and is incredibly popular with a trendier crowd. You can expect to find a higher-than-average amount of vintage clothing, mid-century modern bric-a-brac, and vinyl records.
As an indoor/outdoor hybrid, it feels more like a cool Sunday market than a traditional field sale.