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Access control for automatic bollards in Vale of Glamorgan
Bollard access control for sites across Vale of Glamorgan: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageBollard access control in Vale of Glamorgan
ANPR, fob, keypad, intercom and remote control systems that decide who can lower an automatic bollard, and when. We cover Vale of Glamorgan — Barry, Penarth and Llantwit Major.
Highway authorities for local roads in Vale of Glamorgan: Vale of Glamorgan Council.
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Guide prices in Vale of Glamorgan
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £575–£5,245 + VAT | Remote fobs or a standalone keypad |
| Upgraded | £3,895–£8,545 + VAT | GSM intercom with keypad on a post |
| Premium | £7,195–£11,595 + VAT | ANPR camera, software and integration |
Per entrance, controls supplied, installed and commissioned; -3% for Wales. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Local authorities across Vale of Glamorgan
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Barry | Vale of Glamorgan Council | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
| Penarth | Vale of Glamorgan Council | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
| Llantwit Major | Vale of Glamorgan Council | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
Rules for bollard access control systems in Wales
Bollards on adopted highway are a matter for the highway authority under the Highways Act 1980, so they need its written agreement. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Rising bollards should fail safe, never rise beneath a vehicle, carry clear signs and give the emergency services an override.
Details and sources: bollard rules in Wales.
How installation works
Plan positions
Readers, cameras and intercoms are placed so drivers stop well before the bollard, with queueing space off the public road where possible.
Wire and connect
A qualified electrician installs power, and devices are connected to the bollard controller and to any network or building system.
Programme and test
Users, plates, codes and schedules are entered, and every entry and exit route is tested with vehicles, including what happens when access is refused.
Hand over
You are shown how to add and remove users, read logs and use the emergency override. Credentials and settings are recorded.
Bollard access control in Vale of Glamorgan: FAQs
Do you cover all of Vale of Glamorgan for bollard access control systems?
Yes — including Barry, Penarth and Llantwit Major. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do bollard access control systems cost in Vale of Glamorgan?
In Vale of Glamorgan, typically £575–£11,595 per entrance, controls supplied, installed and commissioned, plus VAT, using our Wales guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Vale of Glamorgan?
For local roads, Vale of Glamorgan Council; the Welsh Government covers trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the authority's written agreement.
How do visitors and delivery drivers get through?
Usually by intercom to reception or a phone, by a temporary code, or by a timed delivery window. Some systems issue time-limited access to a visitor's number plate. The choice depends on how many visitors arrive and who is there to manage them.
Can the fire brigade open the bollards?
They should be able to, through an override agreed with them, such as a key switch, a code or a link to the fire alarm. We test the arrangement before handover. It should be reviewed if the site changes.