Derry Car Boot Sale

A car boot sale is one of the most straightforward ways to spend a Sunday morning well. You show up, have a poke around, and either find something you didn’t know you needed or you don’t - either way it costs you next to nothing to browse. Derry’s car boot sales draw sellers from right across the north-west, so the mix tends to be genuinely varied: furniture and tools alongside old records and paperbacks, clothes, kitchenware and the odd piece of jewellery. It suits collectors looking for something specific and families after a cheap, easy Sunday outing in equal measure.

What to expect

Expect rows of cars, vans and trailers with boots open and goods spread across trestle tables, blankets and folding rails. Sellers are a mix of private individuals having a clear-out and small traders who do the circuit regularly - that combination tends to produce a genuinely varied range. Cash is the standard currency so bring small notes and coins. Arriving early gives you the pick of the stalls; the best finds go in the first hour. Refreshments are typically available on site and admission for buyers is minimal - often 50p or free entry.

Getting there

Derry sits on the River Foyle in the north-west of the island. From Belfast the A6 dual carriageway runs directly into the city, roughly an hour’s drive. From Dublin take the M1 and N2 via Monaghan - around two and a half hours. Translink operates regular bus and rail services from Belfast and surrounding towns. Parking at car boot venues in the area is generally on-site or along nearby roads.

While you’re in Derry

Derry is one of the most walkable cities on the island - the old walled city, the Peace Bridge across the Foyle, and the Bogside murals are all within easy reach of the city centre. A Sunday morning sale pairs well with lunch at one of the cafes along Shipquay Street or Ferryquay Street afterwards. There is more to see in Derry and across Co. Derry.

Good to know

• Date: Sunday 5 July 2026
• Time: 10:00am
• Admission: Free to browse (small gate fee possible depending on site - bring 50p to be safe)
• Payment: Cash preferred at stalls
• What to bring: Bags for purchases, small notes and coins, comfortable shoes
• Tip: Arrive early for the best selection; sellers begin packing up in the early afternoon