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Lighting bollard installation in Berkshire
Lighting bollards for sites across Berkshire: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageLighting bollards in Berkshire
Across Berkshire, typical sites for lighting bollards include supermarket frontages, retail parks and industrial estates. Low-level LED bollard lights for paths, car parks, entrances and gardens, installed with a qualified electrician.
Highway authorities for local roads in Berkshire: Bracknell Forest Council, Reading Council, Slough Council, West Berkshire Council, Windsor and Maidenhead Council and Wokingham Council.
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Guide prices in Berkshire
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £365–£745 + VAT · £435–£885 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £635–£995 + VAT · £755–£1,195 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £905–£1,245 + VAT · £1,095–£1,495 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra); +6% for South East. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Highway and planning authorities in Berkshire
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | Reading Council | Reading Council |
| Slough | Slough Council | Slough Council |
| Bracknell | Bracknell Forest Council | Bracknell Forest Council |
| Maidenhead | Windsor and Maidenhead Council | Windsor and Maidenhead Council |
| Wokingham | Wokingham Council | Wokingham Council |
| Newbury | West Berkshire Council | West Berkshire Council |
| Windsor | Windsor and Maidenhead Council | Windsor and Maidenhead Council |
| Crowthorne | Bracknell Forest Council | Bracknell Forest Council |
| Thatcham | West Berkshire Council | West Berkshire Council |
| Sandhurst | Bracknell Forest Council | Bracknell Forest Council |
Rules for lighting 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
Dig cable routes
Trenches are dug between bollard positions and the supply point, avoiding existing services, with cable or duct laid at a suitable depth and warning tape above.
Electrical connection
A qualified electrician installs the circuit protection, makes the connections in weatherproof enclosures and fits controls such as a photocell or timer.
Test, aim and certify
The circuit is tested and certified, bollards are checked at night for coverage and glare, and asymmetric heads are turned to face the path.
Reinstate
Trenches are backfilled and surfaces made good, whether paving, tarmac, gravel or turf.
Lighting bollards in Berkshire: FAQs
Do you cover all of Berkshire for lighting bollards?
Yes — including Reading, Slough, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Wokingham, Newbury, Windsor and Crowthorne. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do lighting bollards cost in Berkshire?
In Berkshire, typically £365–£1,245 per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra), plus VAT (£435–£1,495 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £895 plus VAT, using our South East guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Berkshire?
For local roads, Bracknell Forest Council, Reading Council, Slough Council, West Berkshire Council, Windsor and Maidenhead Council and Wokingham Council; National Highways covers motorways and trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the highway authority's written agreement.
Are solar bollard lights worth it?
For marking edges and low-use paths, they can be, because there is no cabling to install. They give less light than mains bollards and perform poorly in shaded spots and short winter days. For lighting a route properly, mains bollards are more dependable.
How far apart should lighting bollards be?
That depends on the light output, beam pattern and how evenly the path needs to be lit. Spacing is worked out from the product's light data rather than a fixed distance. Too far apart leaves dark patches between pools of light.