Worcestershire · England
Cast iron and heritage bollards in Evesham
Cast iron bollards supplied and fitted in Evesham, Worcestershire: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageCast iron bollards in Evesham
Traditional grey cast iron is hard but brittle, while modern ductile iron castings are tougher and bend before they break. In Evesham, that tends to mean sites such as high street shopfronts, local parades and community buildings.
We work across WR11, WR12 and WR10 — Evesham itself and places including Honeybourne, Bretforton, Harvington and Badsey. Nearby, we also work in Tewkesbury (11.3 miles), Stratford-upon-Avon (12.3 miles), Worcester (13.3 miles) and Cheltenham (14.4 miles), measured as the crow flies. Birmingham is around 27 miles away.
Local details
- Area
- Worcestershire, England
- Highway authority
- Worcestershire County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Wychavon
- Postcodes
- WR11, WR12 and WR10
- Guide price
- Typically £445–£1,695 per bollard + VAT (£525–£2,045 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £745
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Tewkesbury (11.3 mi), Stratford-upon-Avon (12.3 mi), Worcester (13.3 mi), Cheltenham (14.4 mi)
Typical cast iron bollards jobs in Evesham
Typical reasons Evesham sites choose cast iron bollards:
- Period residential streets and mews
- Heritage-style covers over modern steel or tested cores
- Conservation areas and historic town centres
Evesham: typical cast iron bollard prices
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £445–£975 + VAT · £525–£1,145 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £825–£1,345 + VAT · £985–£1,595 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,195–£1,695 + VAT · £1,445–£2,045 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What we check first in Evesham
In Evesham, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Worcestershire County Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
If your site in Evesham is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (the council for Wychavon) 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.
- Agree contrasting paint details with the conservation officer so posts remain visible to partially sighted people, in line with Inclusive Mobility guidance.
- Avoid chains between posts on pedestrian routes, which can trip blind and partially sighted people.
How the job runs
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.
Specification choices
| 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. |
| Traditional patterns | Cannon, fluted Doric, ball-top, Victorian and Georgian styles, and crest panels for estates or boroughs. |
What moves the price in Evesham
Two Evesham jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Resetting or repairing original bollards
- Steel cores, concrete fill or tested cores beneath covers
- Lifting and relaying natural stone paving
Keeping them working
Grey iron that has been struck should be checked closely for hairline cracks, which can spread with frost. Cast iron lasts well if its paint is kept intact.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Evesham.
Cast iron bollards in Evesham: FAQs
Which parts of Evesham do you cover for cast iron bollards?
We cover all of Evesham (WR11, WR12 and WR10) and the rest of Worcestershire. We also work in Tewkesbury, Stratford-upon-Avon and Worcester.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Evesham?
The highway authority for local roads in Evesham is Worcestershire County 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.
How much do cast iron bollards cost in Evesham?
In Evesham, typically £445–£1,695 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£525–£2,045 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £745 plus VAT, using our West Midlands guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
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.
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
- Tewkesbury (11.3 mi)
- Stratford-upon-Avon (12.3 mi)
- Worcester (13.3 mi)
- Cheltenham (14.4 mi)
- Droitwich (14.8 mi)
- Redditch (14.8 mi)