East Sussex · England
Cast iron and heritage bollards in Brighton
Local installation of cast iron bollards in Brighton — free survey, fixed written price, and posts set to the right spacing for people and vehicles.
Computer-generated imageBrighton cast iron bollards
We supply and fit cast iron bollards throughout Brighton, typically for sites such as stadium approaches, multi-storey car parks and distribution parks. Heritage bollards are often fitted over a steel or concrete core to add strength without changing their appearance.
Coverage in Brighton takes in the BN1 and BN2 postcode districts and nearby places like Falmer and Waterhall. Nearby, we also work in Hove (1.2 miles), Portslade (3.5 miles), Rottingdean (3.7 miles) and Burgess Hill (9 miles), measured as the crow flies.
Key facts for this area
- Area
- East Sussex, England
- Highway authority
- Brighton and Hove City Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Brighton and Hove City Council
- Postcodes
- BN1 and BN2
- Guide price
- Typically £475–£1,795 per bollard + VAT (£565–£2,145 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £785
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Hove (1.2 mi), Portslade (3.5 mi), Rottingdean (3.7 mi), Burgess Hill (9 mi)
Where cast iron bollards go in around Brighton
Typical reasons Brighton sites choose cast iron bollards:
- Resetting original bollards that have tilted or worked loose
- Conservation areas and historic town centres
- Replacing lost or broken posts in an existing heritage line
Cast iron bollard prices in Brighton
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £475–£1,045 + VAT · £565–£1,245 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £865–£1,445 + VAT · £1,045–£1,745 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,245–£1,795 + VAT · £1,495–£2,145 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; +6% for South East. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Before we dig in Brighton
Brighton and Hove City Council is the highway authority covering Brighton's local roads. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
If your site in Brighton is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Brighton and Hove City Council) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Excavation is by hand, positions are checked against service records and scanning, and anything unexpected is recorded rather than broken through. Reinstatement follows the original laying pattern and joint style, and on lime-bedded paving uses compatible materials so new work does not crack old stones around it.
- Avoid chains between posts on pedestrian routes, which can trip blind and partially sighted people.
- Check whether existing bollards are of historic interest or listed before removing them; repair and resetting may be expected.
What happens on site
Record what is there
The free site survey records existing bollards, their pattern, spacing, height and condition, and the paving they sit in. You receive a fixed written quote covering new castings, resets and reinstatement.
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.
Specification choices
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Contrast details | Painted bands or contrasting caps agreed with the conservation officer so posts are visible to partially sighted people. |
| Ductile iron | Same patterns with much greater toughness; bends before it breaks. The usual choice for new posts on trafficked streets. |
| Cast aluminium | Lighter and easier to handle, with traditional patterns, but less robust and not always accepted in sensitive settings. |
What moves the price in Brighton
When we price cast iron bollards in Brighton, these make the biggest difference:
- Painting, highlights and crest details
- Pattern complexity and whether a special casting is needed
- Steel cores, concrete fill or tested cores beneath covers
Looking after them
Cast iron lasts well if its paint is kept intact. Keep a record of patterns and suppliers so that future replacements match; some patterns are made in small runs and can take time to source.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Brighton.
Common questions
Can you install cast iron bollards anywhere in Brighton?
We cover all of Brighton (BN1 and BN2) and the rest of East Sussex. We also work in Hove, Portslade and Rottingdean.
Do I need consent for cast iron bollards on a public footway in Brighton?
In Brighton, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Brighton and Hove City Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
What's a typical price for cast iron bollards in Brighton?
In Brighton, typically £475–£1,795 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£565–£2,145 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £785 plus VAT, using our South East guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Grey cast iron or ductile iron for new heritage bollards?
Ductile iron for any position that vehicles might strike, because it bends rather than shatters. Grey cast iron suits low-risk positions or matching existing grey iron posts exactly. Both take the same traditional patterns.
Can you match the old bollards on our street?
Often, yes. Many traditional patterns are still cast, and close equivalents exist for others. For rare patterns, a casting can sometimes be made from an existing post, though that takes longer.
Cast iron bollards near Brighton
- Hove (1.2 mi)
- Portslade (3.5 mi)
- Rottingdean (3.7 mi)
- Burgess Hill (9 mi)
- Worthing (10.3 mi)
- Seaford (11.3 mi)