Lincolnshire · England
Cast iron and heritage bollards in Boston
Local installation of cast iron bollards in Boston — free survey, fixed written price, and posts set to the right spacing for people and vehicles.
Computer-generated imageAbout cast iron bollards in Boston
We supply and fit cast iron bollards throughout Boston, typically for sites such as schools, filling-station forecourts and small industrial units. Traditional grey cast iron is hard but brittle, while modern ductile iron castings are tougher and bend before they break.
We cover Boston's PE21, PE20 and PE22 postcode districts, including places such as Fishtoft, Hall Hills, Sutterton and Bicker. We also cover neighbouring Spalding (14.1 miles) and Skegness (19 miles) — distances are straight-line.
Boston at a glance
- Area
- Lincolnshire, England
- Highway authority
- Lincolnshire County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Boston
- Postcodes
- PE21, PE20 and PE22
- Guide price
- Typically £455–£1,745 per bollard + VAT (£545–£2,095 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £765
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
Where cast iron bollards go in around Boston
Common uses in a place like Boston:
- Conservation areas and historic town centres
- Cathedral closes, college courts and historic estates
- Replacing lost or broken posts in an existing heritage line
Boston: typical cast iron bollard prices
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £455–£995 + VAT · £545–£1,195 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £845–£1,395 + VAT · £995–£1,645 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,245–£1,745 + VAT · £1,495–£2,095 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; +3% for East of England. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Consents, ground and services in Boston
In Boston, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Lincolnshire County Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
Bollards on private land often don't need planning permission, but it depends on the council's view, the height and the location; in a conservation area, next to a listed building or under an Article 4 direction, ask the local planning authority (the council for Boston) first — we flag this at survey.
Excavation is by hand, positions are checked against service records and scanning, and anything unexpected is recorded rather than broken through. Historic streets were built in layers: modern services sit over older drains, coal holes and sometimes vaults, and the paving may be natural stone on a lime or sand bed rather than concrete.
- Ask the local planning authority whether consent is needed for new or replacement bollards in a conservation area or near a listed building.
- On public highway, agree positions and specification with the highway authority.
From survey to handover
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.
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.
Finishes and options
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Steel cores and covers | Cast covers over root-fixed steel or crash-tested cores for strength without changing the look. |
| Grey cast iron | Traditional material with crisp detail and good corrosion resistance. Brittle under heavy impact, so suited to low-risk positions. |
| Contrast details | Painted bands or contrasting caps agreed with the conservation officer so posts are visible to partially sighted people. |
What affects the quote
Two Boston jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Grey iron, ductile iron or cast aluminium
- Pattern complexity and whether a special casting is needed
- Steel cores, concrete fill or tested cores beneath covers
Keeping them working
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. Grey iron that has been struck should be checked closely for hairline cracks, which can spread with frost.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Boston.
Questions about cast iron bollards in Boston
Can you install cast iron bollards anywhere in Boston?
We cover all of Boston (PE21, PE20 and PE22) and the rest of Lincolnshire. We also work in Spalding and Skegness.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Boston?
In Boston, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Lincolnshire County Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
How much do cast iron bollards cost in Boston?
In Boston, typically £455–£1,745 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£545–£2,095 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £765 plus VAT, using our East of England guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
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.
Do we need consent for bollards in a conservation area?
Possibly. Consent requirements depend on where the bollards go, who installs them and whether nearby buildings are listed. Ask the local planning authority or conservation officer before ordering.