Tyne and Wear · England
Cast iron and heritage bollards in Felling
Planning cast iron bollards in Felling? We check ownership, consents and buried services first, then quote a fixed price.
Computer-generated imageFelling cast iron bollards
Traditional cast and ductile iron bollards for conservation areas, period streets and historic estates, installed and reset. In Felling, that tends to mean sites such as small industrial units, local parades and filling-station forecourts.
Coverage in Felling takes in the NE10 postcode district and nearby places like Follingsby. We also cover neighbouring Gateshead (1.4 miles), Newcastle upon Tyne (2.2 miles), Hebburn (2.6 miles) and Wallsend (3 miles) — distances are straight-line.
Local details
- Area
- Tyne and Wear, England
- Highway authority
- Gateshead Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Gateshead Council
- Postcodes
- NE10
- Guide price
- Typically £425–£1,645 per bollard + VAT (£505–£1,945 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £715
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Gateshead (1.4 mi), Newcastle upon Tyne (2.2 mi), Hebburn (2.6 mi), Wallsend (3 mi)
What Felling sites use cast iron bollards for
Typical reasons Felling sites choose cast iron bollards:
- Replacing lost or broken posts in an existing heritage line
- Period residential streets and mews
- Streets and squares around listed buildings
Cast iron bollard prices in Felling
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £425–£935 + VAT · £505–£1,095 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £785–£1,295 + VAT · £935–£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; -4% for North East. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What we check first in Felling
The highway authority for local roads in Felling is Gateshead Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Cast iron bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
Many private-land installations in Felling need no planning application, but the rules don't clearly cover bollards, so listed buildings, conservation areas and prominent frontages are worth raising with the planning team at Gateshead Council before posts go in.
Original stone flags and setts are reused wherever possible, because new stone rarely matches weathered material. Excavation is by hand, positions are checked against service records and scanning, and anything unexpected is recorded rather than broken through.
- On public highway, agree positions and specification with the highway authority.
- Avoid chains between posts on pedestrian routes, which can trip blind and partially sighted people.
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.
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. |
| Grey cast iron | Traditional material with crisp detail and good corrosion resistance. Brittle under heavy impact, so suited to low-risk positions. |
| Steel cores and covers | Cast covers over root-fixed steel or crash-tested cores for strength without changing the look. |
What moves the price in Felling
Our North East guide prices are a starting point; the survey in Felling firms them up. What tends to move them:
- Resetting or repairing original bollards
- Painting, highlights and crest details
- Lifting and relaying natural stone paving
Looking after them
Touch up damaged paint promptly and repaint fully when the finish has dulled or worn through. Cast iron lasts well if its paint is kept intact.
For damaged or loose posts in Felling, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Common questions
Do you install cast iron bollards in Felling?
We cover all of Felling (NE10) and the rest of Tyne and Wear. We also work in Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne and Hebburn.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Felling?
The highway authority for local roads in Felling is Gateshead Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Cast iron bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
What's a typical price for cast iron bollards in Felling?
In Felling, typically £425–£1,645 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£505–£1,945 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £715 plus VAT, using our North East 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.
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.
Cast iron bollards in nearby towns
- Gateshead (1.4 mi)
- Newcastle upon Tyne (2.2 mi)
- Hebburn (2.6 mi)
- Wallsend (3 mi)
- Jarrow (3.9 mi)
- Washington (4.3 mi)