Berkshire · England
Concrete bollard installation in Windsor
Concrete bollards for sites across Windsor and the rest of Berkshire, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageWindsor concrete bollards
From small industrial units, high street shopfronts and schools, Windsor has plenty of places where concrete bollards earn their keep. Finishes range from plain grey concrete to exposed aggregate and stone-effect surfaces that suit civic and landscaped settings.
We cover Windsor's SL4 postcode district, including places such as Eton, Eton Wick and Oakley Green. We also cover neighbouring Slough (1.8 miles), Egham (4.1 miles), Staines (5.4 miles) and Maidenhead (5.8 miles) — distances are straight-line. Windsor is about 16 miles from Reading.
Local details
- Area
- Berkshire, England
- Highway authority
- Windsor and Maidenhead Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Windsor and Maidenhead Council
- Postcodes
- SL4
- Guide price
- Typically £185–£635 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £625
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Slough (1.8 mi), Egham (4.1 mi), Staines (5.4 mi), Maidenhead (5.8 mi)
Concrete bollard prices in Windsor
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £185–£375 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £315–£505 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £455–£635 + 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.
Typical concrete bollards jobs in Windsor
Common uses in a place like Windsor:
- Rural and coastal sites where steel would corrode
- Town centre squares and pedestrianised streets
- School, library and civic building forecourts
What we check first in Windsor
Windsor and Maidenhead Council is the highway authority covering Windsor'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 Windsor is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Windsor and Maidenhead Council) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Because concrete bollards are heavy, a weak foundation shows itself quickly as a tilt. Each post sits on a concrete base on firm ground, and on soft verges or made ground the base is deepened or widened to suit.
- Use contrasting colours or bands so grey bollards stand out against grey paving.
- Plan lifts with an exclusion zone and suitable lifting equipment, and record the method for the site.
From survey to handover
Survey and choose
A free site survey looks at the setting, ground, delivery access and where a lifting vehicle can stand. You receive a fixed written quote with the product, finish and fixing.
Reinstate and clean
Paving is made good around each base and the bollards are cleaned of mortar and handling marks.
Protect while the grout cures
Bollards are left undisturbed until the grout and foundation have gained strength, with temporary barriers if vehicles use the area. Lines that need to open to traffic quickly can use faster-setting grouts where the product allows.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Precast concrete | Grey or coloured concrete in round, square, tapered or domed shapes, the economical public realm option. |
| Dowel-fixed or root-set | Dowels grouted into a foundation for most installations; root-set posts buried in the ground on softer sites. |
| Reconstituted stone | Crushed natural stone in a concrete mix, giving a Portland, buff or granite-like appearance for civic and heritage settings. |
Pricing concrete bollards in Windsor
When we price concrete bollards in Windsor, these make the biggest difference:
- Number of bollards
- Reinstatement of paving or turf
- Foundation depth and ground conditions
After installation
If a line is regularly struck by vehicles, consider whether steel cores, a tested product or a different layout would suit better. In areas salted heavily in winter, check for surface spalling.
For damaged or loose posts in Windsor, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Concrete bollards in Windsor: FAQs
Can you install concrete bollards anywhere in Windsor?
We cover all of Windsor (SL4) and the rest of Berkshire. We also work in Slough, Egham and Staines.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Windsor?
In Windsor, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Windsor and Maidenhead Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
How much do concrete bollards cost in Windsor?
In Windsor, typically £185–£635 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £625 plus VAT, using our South East guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Can concrete bollards be moved later?
Yes, though it takes lifting equipment. Dowel-fixed bollards can be lifted off once the grout is broken out, and the foundation removed or reused. Plan for it if you think the layout may change.
How heavy are concrete bollards?
Often well over a hundred kilograms each, and larger designs several times that. The exact weight depends on size and shape. It means they are delivered and set using lifting equipment rather than by hand.
Concrete bollards in nearby towns
- Slough (1.8 mi)
- Egham (4.1 mi)
- Staines (5.4 mi)
- Maidenhead (5.8 mi)
- Ashford, Surrey (7.1 mi)
- Gerrards Cross (7.4 mi)