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Access control for automatic bollards in Wiltshire
Bollard access control for sites across Wiltshire: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageBollard access control in Wiltshire
ANPR, fob, keypad, intercom and remote control systems that decide who can lower an automatic bollard, and when. We cover Wiltshire — Swindon, Salisbury, Trowbridge and Chippenham.
Highway authorities for local roads in Wiltshire: Swindon Council and Wiltshire Council.
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Guide prices in Wiltshire
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £595–£5,395 + VAT | Remote fobs or a standalone keypad |
| Upgraded | £3,995–£8,795 + VAT | GSM intercom with keypad on a post |
| Premium | £7,445–£11,995 + VAT | ANPR camera, software and integration |
Per entrance, controls supplied, installed and commissioned; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Local authorities across Wiltshire
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Swindon | Swindon Council | Swindon Council |
| Salisbury | Wiltshire Council | Wiltshire Council |
| Trowbridge | Wiltshire Council | Wiltshire Council |
| Chippenham | Wiltshire Council | Wiltshire Council |
Rules for bollard access control systems in England
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 England.
How installation works
Understand the users
At the free site survey we ask who uses the entrance, how many, how often they change, and how visitors and deliveries arrive. That decides the entry method, and a fixed written quote follows.
Plan positions
Readers, cameras and intercoms are placed so drivers stop well before the bollard, with queueing space off the public road where possible.
Lay ducts and pedestals
Ducts are laid from the controller to each device, and pedestals or posts are set in concrete. Loops for exit and detection are cut and sealed.
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 Wiltshire: FAQs
Do you cover all of Wiltshire for bollard access control systems?
Yes — including Swindon, Salisbury, Trowbridge and Chippenham. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do bollard access control systems cost in Wiltshire?
In Wiltshire, typically £595–£11,995 per entrance, controls supplied, installed and commissioned, plus VAT, using our South West guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Wiltshire?
For local roads, Swindon Council and Wiltshire Council; National Highways covers motorways and trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the highway authority's written agreement.
Is ANPR or fob access better for an automatic bollard?
ANPR suits sites with many regular users who should not have to stop or carry a fob. Fobs suit sites where users change vehicles or where you want each person to have their own credential. Many sites use ANPR for staff and an intercom for visitors.
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.