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Cast iron and heritage bollards in Farnham
Cast iron bollards for sites across Farnham and the rest of Surrey, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageCast iron bollards in Farnham
From schools, residential driveways and community car parks, Farnham has plenty of places where cast iron bollards earn their keep. Traditional grey cast iron is hard but brittle, while modern ductile iron castings are tougher and bend before they break.
We cover Farnham's GU9 and GU10 postcode districts, including places such as Upper Hale, Hog Hatch, Badshot Lea and Wrecclesham. We also cover neighbouring Aldershot (2.8 miles), Fleet (5 miles), Farnborough (5.8 miles) and Bordon (7.5 miles) — distances are straight-line. Reading is around 18 miles away.
Local details
- Area
- Surrey, England
- Highway authority
- Surrey County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Waverley
- Postcodes
- GU9 and GU10
- 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
- Aldershot (2.8 mi), Fleet (5 mi), Farnborough (5.8 mi), Bordon (7.5 mi)
Cast iron bollards in Farnham: common uses
Around Farnham, cast iron bollards usually solve one of these:
- Streets and squares around listed buildings
- Replacing lost or broken posts in an existing heritage line
- Heritage-style covers over modern steel or tested cores
Cast iron bollard prices in Farnham
| 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.
Permissions and groundwork in Farnham
Surrey County Council is the highway authority covering Farnham'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 Farnham is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (the council for Waverley) 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.
- Avoid chains between posts on pedestrian routes, which can trip blind and partially sighted people.
- Ask the local planning authority whether consent is needed for new or replacement bollards in a conservation area or near a listed building.
Installation, step by step
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.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Paint finishes | Primed and painted, commonly black, with traditional highlights in gold or white on bands and crests where appropriate. |
| Cast aluminium | Lighter and easier to handle, with traditional patterns, but less robust and not always accepted in sensitive settings. |
| 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 South East guide prices are a starting point; the survey in Farnham firms them up. What tends to move them:
- Resetting or repairing original bollards
- Steel cores, concrete fill or tested cores beneath covers
- Painting, highlights and crest details
Keeping them working
Inspect annually for chips, rust spots and cracks, particularly at the base where water and grit collect. Cast iron lasts well if its paint is kept intact.
If posts in Farnham are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Questions about cast iron bollards in Farnham
Which parts of Farnham do you cover for cast iron bollards?
We cover all of Farnham (GU9 and GU10) and the rest of Surrey. We also work in Aldershot, Fleet and Farnborough.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Farnham?
In Farnham, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Surrey 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 Farnham?
In Farnham, 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.
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.
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.
Cast iron bollards in nearby towns
- Aldershot (2.8 mi)
- Fleet (5 mi)
- Farnborough (5.8 mi)
- Bordon (7.5 mi)
- Godalming (8.3 mi)
- Camberley (8.8 mi)