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Cast iron and heritage bollards in Aberdeen City
Cast iron bollards for sites across Aberdeen City: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageCast iron bollards in Aberdeen City
Traditional cast and ductile iron bollards for conservation areas, period streets and historic estates, installed and reset. We cover Aberdeen City — Aberdeen and Cove.
Highway and roads authorities for local roads in Aberdeen City: Aberdeen City Council.
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Guide prices in Aberdeen City
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £445–£975 + VAT · £525–£1,145 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £825–£1,345 + VAT · £985–£1,595 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,195–£1,695 + VAT · £1,445–£2,045 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Local authorities across Aberdeen City
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | Aberdeen City Council | Aberdeen City Council |
| Cove | Aberdeen City Council | Aberdeen City Council |
Rules for cast iron bollards in Scotland
Works in a public road or footway need the roads authority's written consent under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Accessibility guidance asks for posts at least 1,000 mm high with contrasting tops and no chains between them.
Details and sources: bollard rules in Scotland.
How installation works
Agree pattern and approvals
We source a matching pattern or close equivalent and, where needed, provide details for the conservation officer or planning authority before ordering.
Lift paving carefully
Natural stone flags, setts and kerbs are lifted by hand, numbered where needed and stored for relaying.
Set the post
Each bollard is set plumb in concrete with its root, flange or core, at a height that matches its neighbours. Original posts being reset are cleaned and checked for cracks first.
Relay and finish
Stone is relaid in its original pattern with suitable mortar, and the bollard is painted or touched up after fixing.
Cast iron bollards in Aberdeen City: FAQs
Do you cover all of Aberdeen City for cast iron bollards?
Yes — including Aberdeen and Cove. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do cast iron bollards cost in Aberdeen City?
In Aberdeen City, typically £445–£1,695 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£525–£2,045 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £745 plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Aberdeen City?
The council is the roads authority for local roads (Aberdeen City Council); Transport Scotland covers trunk roads. Works in a public road need the roads authority's written consent.
What colour should cast iron bollards be painted?
Black is the traditional choice in many places, sometimes with gold or white highlights on bands or crests. Some areas have their own historic colours. The conservation officer can confirm what suits the street.
Can heritage bollards give real vehicle protection?
On their own, untested cast bollards cannot be relied on for security. Where protection is needed, heritage covers designed for crash-tested cores give the traditional look over a tested product.