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Flexible bollard installation in Dorset
Flexible bollards for sites across Dorset: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageFlexible bollards in Dorset
We supply and install flexible bollards across Dorset, with local pages for 4 towns below. Polyurethane and spring-based bollards that bend when hit and return upright, for car parks, depots and lane separation.
Highway authorities for local roads in Dorset: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and Dorset Council.
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Guide prices in Dorset
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £195–£365 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £315–£485 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £435–£595 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and fixed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Highway and planning authorities in Dorset
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council |
| Poole | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council |
| Weymouth | Dorset Council | Dorset Council |
| Christchurch | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council |
Rules for flexible bollards in England
Bollards on adopted highway are a matter for the highway authority under the Highways Act 1980, so they need its written agreement. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Accessibility guidance asks for posts at least 1,000 mm high with contrasting tops and no chains between them.
Details and sources: bollard rules in England.
How installation works
Check the surface
Slabs and decks are checked for thickness, reinforcement and waterproofing before drilling. Weak tarmac may need a concrete pad or socket base.
Set out the line
Posts are set out to guide vehicles along the intended path, with spacing that reads as a line to drivers.
Fix the bases
Holes are drilled and cleaned, resin anchors or bolts are set and the bases fixed and torqued once cured. Socket bases are set flush in concrete.
Hand over spares and records
Post and base details are recorded so replacements match, and spare posts can be left on site for busy locations. Staff are shown how a post is swapped on its base.
Flexible bollards in Dorset: FAQs
Do you cover all of Dorset for flexible bollards?
Yes — including Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth and Christchurch. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do flexible bollards cost in Dorset?
In Dorset, typically £195–£595 per bollard, supplied and fixed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £445 plus VAT, using our South West guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Dorset?
For local roads, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and Dorset Council; National Highways covers motorways and trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the highway authority's written agreement.
How many times can a flexible bollard be hit?
Many times in normal use, as long as the impacts are the low-speed bumps it is designed for. A heavy vehicle running right over it, or a high-speed strike, can tear it. Manufacturers give guidance for their products.
Can a damaged flexible post be replaced on the same base?
Usually, yes, especially with socket bases designed for it. The post is removed and a new one fitted. If the base itself is damaged or loose, it is re-fixed or replaced at the same time.