Lisburn and Castlereagh · Northern Ireland
Cast iron and heritage bollards in Lisburn
Cast iron bollards supplied and fitted in Lisburn, Lisburn and Castlereagh: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageLisburn cast iron bollards
Across Lisburn, typical sites for cast iron bollards include high streets, college campuses and retail parks. Traditional grey cast iron is hard but brittle, while modern ductile iron castings are tougher and bend before they break.
We cover the BT27, BT28, BT26 and BT8 postcode districts in Lisburn. Jobs in Lisburn can be combined with work in Belfast (6.7 miles), Dundonald (10.6 miles), Newtownabbey (10.7 miles) and Holywood (11.6 miles) (straight-line distances). Belfast is around 7 miles away.
Local details
- Area
- Lisburn and Castlereagh, Northern Ireland
- Roads authority
- the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads)
- Planning authority
- Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council
- Postcodes
- BT27, BT28, BT26 and BT8
- Guide price
- Typically £435–£1,645 per bollard + VAT (£515–£1,945 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £725
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Belfast (6.7 mi), Dundonald (10.6 mi), Newtownabbey (10.7 mi), Holywood (11.6 mi)
Cast iron bollard prices in Lisburn
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £435–£955 + VAT · £515–£1,145 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £805–£1,295 + VAT · £965–£1,545 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,195–£1,645 + VAT · £1,445–£1,945 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; -2% for Northern Ireland. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Cast iron bollards in Lisburn: common uses
Common uses in a place like Lisburn:
- Period residential streets and mews
- Cathedral closes, college courts and historic estates
- Heritage-style covers over modern steel or tested cores
Before we dig in Lisburn
In Lisburn, as everywhere in Northern Ireland, public roads and footways are looked after by DfI Roads rather than the council. If a post would sit on adopted footway, that consent comes first; private forecourts and car parks are a matter for the owner.
If your site in Lisburn is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Original stone flags and setts are reused wherever possible, because new stone rarely matches weathered material. 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.
- On public highway, agree positions and specification with DfI Roads.
- 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.
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 |
|---|---|
| Contrast details | Painted bands or contrasting caps agreed with the conservation officer so posts are visible to partially sighted people. |
| Paint finishes | Primed and painted, commonly black, with traditional highlights in gold or white on bands and crests where appropriate. |
| Grey cast iron | Traditional material with crisp detail and good corrosion resistance. Brittle under heavy impact, so suited to low-risk positions. |
What moves the price in Lisburn
When we price cast iron bollards in Lisburn, these make the biggest difference:
- Painting, highlights and crest details
- Steel cores, concrete fill or tested cores beneath covers
- Grey iron, ductile iron or cast aluminium
Keeping them working
Grey iron that has been struck should be checked closely for hairline cracks, which can spread with frost. Touch up damaged paint promptly and repaint fully when the finish has dulled or worn through.
For damaged or loose posts in Lisburn, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Cast iron bollards in Lisburn: FAQs
Can you install cast iron bollards anywhere in Lisburn?
We cover all of Lisburn (BT27, BT28, BT26 and BT8) and the rest of Lisburn and Castlereagh. We also work in Belfast, Dundonald and Newtownabbey.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Lisburn?
Across Northern Ireland the Department for Infrastructure's DfI Roads is the roads authority, so cast iron bollards on a public footway or road in Lisburn need its agreement before anything is dug. Posts on your own land do not.
What's a typical price for cast iron bollards in Lisburn?
In Lisburn, typically £435–£1,645 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£515–£1,945 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £725 plus VAT, using our Northern Ireland 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 an old cast iron bollard be repaired?
Usually, if it is tilted, loose or has damaged paint: it can be lifted, cleaned, reset on a new foundation and repainted. Cracked grey iron is harder to repair and may need specialist work or a matching replacement.
Cast iron bollards near Lisburn
- Belfast (6.7 mi)
- Dundonald (10.6 mi)
- Newtownabbey (10.7 mi)
- Holywood (11.6 mi)
- Newtownards (14.6 mi)
- Antrim (15.1 mi)