Isle of Anglesey · Wales
Cast iron and heritage bollards in Holyhead
Cast iron bollards for sites across Holyhead and the rest of Isle of Anglesey, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageHolyhead cast iron bollards
In the town of Holyhead, cast iron bollards tend to go in at residential driveways, local parades and community car parks. Traditional grey cast iron is hard but brittle, while modern ductile iron castings are tougher and bend before they break.
We cover Holyhead's LL65 postcode district, including places such as Trearddur, Bodedern, Bryngwran and Llanfihangel yn Nhowyn. There are no other towns of Holyhead's size close by, so crews travel in specifically for jobs here.
Key facts for this area
- Area
- Isle of Anglesey, Wales
- Highway authority
- Isle of Anglesey County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Isle of Anglesey County Council
- Postcodes
- LL65
- Guide price
- Typically £435–£1,645 per bollard + VAT (£515–£1,945 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £715
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
Where cast iron bollards go in around Holyhead
Common uses in a place like Holyhead:
- Period residential streets and mews
- Resetting original bollards that have tilted or worked loose
- Conservation areas and historic town centres
Cast iron bollard prices in Holyhead
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £435–£945 + VAT · £515–£1,145 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £795–£1,295 + VAT · £945–£1,545 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,145–£1,645 + VAT · £1,345–£1,945 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; -3% for Wales. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Permissions and groundwork in Holyhead
Local roads and pavements in Holyhead are the responsibility of Isle of Anglesey County Council as highway authority, with the Welsh Government's trunk road agents handling trunk roads. Posts on the public highway need that authority's consent; private land does not.
If your site in Holyhead is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Isle of Anglesey County 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.
- Agree contrasting paint details with the conservation officer so posts remain visible to partially sighted people, in line with Inclusive Mobility guidance.
Installation, step by step
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.
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.
Relay and finish
Stone is relaid in its original pattern with suitable mortar, and the bollard is painted or touched up after fixing.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Traditional patterns | Cannon, fluted Doric, ball-top, Victorian and Georgian styles, and crest panels for estates or boroughs. |
| Grey cast iron | Traditional material with crisp detail and good corrosion resistance. Brittle under heavy impact, so suited to low-risk positions. |
| Ductile iron | Same patterns with much greater toughness; bends before it breaks. The usual choice for new posts on trafficked streets. |
What affects the quote
Our Wales guide prices are a starting point; the survey in Holyhead firms them up. What tends to move them:
- Painting, highlights and crest details
- Grey iron, ductile iron or cast aluminium
- Steel cores, concrete fill or tested cores beneath covers
After installation
Cast iron lasts well if its paint is kept intact. Inspect annually for chips, rust spots and cracks, particularly at the base where water and grit collect.
For damaged or loose posts in Holyhead, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Cast iron bollards in Holyhead: FAQs
Which parts of Holyhead do you cover for cast iron bollards?
We cover all of Holyhead (LL65) and the rest of Isle of Anglesey.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Holyhead?
Before digging near the kerb in Holyhead we establish who owns the ground: adopted footways are Isle of Anglesey County Council's responsibility, trunk roads the Welsh Government's, and everything else belongs to the site owner.
What's a typical price for cast iron bollards in Holyhead?
In Holyhead, typically £435–£1,645 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£515–£1,945 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £715 plus VAT, using our Wales guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
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.
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.