Cambridgeshire · England
Lighting bollard installation in Ely
Lighting bollards for sites across Ely and the rest of Cambridgeshire, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageLighting bollards in Ely
Whether it's residential driveways, local parades and filling-station forecourts, lighting bollards in Ely are planned around who needs to get through and who doesn't. Low-level LED bollard lights for paths, car parks, entrances and gardens, installed with a qualified electrician.
Coverage in Ely takes in the CB6 and CB7 postcode districts and nearby places like Littleport, Witchford, Little Downham and Stretham. We also cover neighbouring Newmarket (12.3 miles), March (12.8 miles), Cambridge (15.1 miles) and Wisbech (18.9 miles) — distances are straight-line.
Ely at a glance
- Area
- Cambridgeshire, England
- Highway authority
- Cambridgeshire County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for East Cambridgeshire
- Postcodes
- CB6 and CB7
- Guide price
- Typically £355–£1,245 per bollard + VAT (£425–£1,495 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £865
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
Guide prices for Ely
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £355–£725 + VAT · £425–£865 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £615–£985 + VAT · £735–£1,195 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £885–£1,245 + VAT · £1,045–£1,495 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra); +3% for East of England. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Where lighting bollards go in around Ely
Common uses in a place like Ely:
- Car park walkways and pedestrian crossings
- Hotel, restaurant and pub frontages
- Private gardens and long driveways
Consents, ground and services in Ely
In Ely, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Cambridgeshire County Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
Bollards on private land often don't need planning permission, but it depends on the council's view, the height and the location; in a conservation area, next to a listed building or under an Article 4 direction, ask the local planning authority (the council for East Cambridgeshire) first — we flag this at survey.
Bases are set in firm ground with the cable entry facing the right way, and on paved routes the bollards are positioned so cables can be pulled through ducts rather than requiring surfaces to be lifted again later. Cable trenches run between every position and back to the supply, often crossing paths, drives and planting, so the routes are planned to minimise cuts through hard surfaces and to avoid existing gas, water and telecoms services.
- Have the electrical installation designed, installed, tested and certified by a qualified electrician to BS 7671.
- Where bollards light a public route, check the lighting levels the site owner or designer requires.
From survey to handover
Survey and lighting layout
A free site survey looks at the routes to be lit, where power can come from, surfaces and buried services. Bollard spacing is set from the product's light data, and you receive a fixed written quote.
Set the bases
Anchor cages or foundations are cast at each position with the cable entry in the right place, set level so each bollard stands plumb.
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.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Controls | Photocells, timers, motion sensors and dimming to light only when and as much as needed. |
| Solar bollards | Self-contained with panel and battery; no cabling. Suited to markers and low-use routes where lower output is acceptable. |
| Body materials and finishes | Powder-coated aluminium or steel, or stainless steel, in colours to suit the building. |
Pricing lighting bollards in Ely
When we price lighting bollards in Ely, these make the biggest difference:
- Reinstatement of paving, tarmac or planting
- Length of cable routes and surfaces to be cut
- Controls such as photocells, timers or sensors
Looking after them
Clean diffusers so dirt and algae do not dim the light, check seals and fixings, and look for impact damage, especially in car parks. A periodic electrical inspection checks that connections and protection are still sound.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Ely.
Lighting bollards in Ely: FAQs
Which parts of Ely do you cover for lighting bollards?
We cover all of Ely (CB6 and CB7) and the rest of Cambridgeshire. We also work in Newmarket, March and Cambridge.
Do I need consent for lighting bollards on a public footway in Ely?
In Ely, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Cambridgeshire County Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
How much do lighting bollards cost in Ely?
In Ely, typically £355–£1,245 per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra), plus VAT (£425–£1,495 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £865 plus VAT, using our East of England guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
What IP rating do outdoor bollard lights need?
Usually at least IP65 for rain and splashing, and higher where water may collect or fittings are hosed down. Ask for the rating of the complete fitting, not just the LED module.
Will lighting bollards survive in a car park?
Choose robust bodies with a high impact rating and place them where vehicles are unlikely to hit them, such as behind kerbs or alongside protective posts. A lighting bollard is not designed to stop a car.
Lighting bollards near Ely
- Newmarket (12.3 mi)
- March (12.8 mi)
- Cambridge (15.1 mi)
- Wisbech (18.9 mi)
- Huntingdon (19.5 mi)
- Thetford (20.6 mi)