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Bollard removal in South Yorkshire
Bollard removal for sites across South Yorkshire: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageBollard removal in South Yorkshire
Removal of fixed, removable, telescopic and automatic bollards, including foundations, with the surface made good to match. We cover South Yorkshire — Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley and Chapeltown and more.
Highway authorities for local roads in South Yorkshire: Barnsley Council, Doncaster Council, Rotherham Council and Sheffield City Council.
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Guide prices in South Yorkshire
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £80–£185 + VAT · £95–£215 inc VAT | Post out, hole backfilled, simple surface |
| Upgraded | £155–£265 + VAT · £185–£315 inc VAT | Footing removed, tarmac or block paving reinstated |
| Premium | £225–£335 + VAT · £265–£395 inc VAT | Large footing, concrete or natural stone reinstated |
Per post removed with footing, surface made good; -3% for Yorkshire and the Humber. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Local authorities across South Yorkshire
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield | Sheffield City Council | Sheffield City Council |
| Rotherham | Rotherham Council | Rotherham Council |
| Doncaster | Doncaster Council | Doncaster Council |
| Barnsley | Barnsley Council | Barnsley Council |
| Chapeltown | Sheffield City Council | Sheffield City Council |
| Darton | Barnsley Council | Barnsley Council |
Rules for bollard removal jobs 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.
Details and sources: bollard rules in England.
How installation works
Survey what is in the ground
The free site survey identifies bollard types, likely foundation sizes, any power or ducts, and what the area will be used for next. You receive a fixed written quote for the agreed level of removal.
Check consents and reasons
Before removal, check whether the bollards were required by a planning condition, a lease, a security plan or the highway authority, and whether they protect something such as a meter or a building corner.
Make supplies safe
For automatic and lighting bollards, a qualified electrician isolates and disconnects the supply, and hydraulic units are drained.
Backfill and reinstate
Holes are backfilled in compacted layers and the surface reinstated to match, so there is no settlement or trip edge.
Bollard removal in South Yorkshire: FAQs
Do you cover all of South Yorkshire for bollard removal jobs?
Yes — including Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley, Chapeltown and Darton. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do bollard removal jobs cost in South Yorkshire?
In South Yorkshire, typically £80–£335 per post removed with footing, surface made good, plus VAT (£95–£395 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £285 plus VAT, using our Yorkshire and the Humber guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in South Yorkshire?
For local roads, Barnsley Council, Doncaster Council, Rotherham Council and Sheffield City Council; National Highways covers motorways and trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the highway authority's written agreement.
Will the surface look patched after removal?
On block paving it can be nearly invisible, as the blocks are relaid. Tarmac, resin and concrete usually show a patch, especially on older weathered surfaces. Timing removal before resurfacing avoids that.
Can automatic bollards be removed safely?
Yes, once the supply has been isolated and disconnected by a qualified electrician and any hydraulic fluid drained. The cassette is then lifted and the pit backfilled. Ducts are capped or removed.