Causeway Coast and Glens · Northern Ireland
Lighting bollard installation in Coleraine
Lighting bollards for sites across Coleraine and the rest of Causeway Coast and Glens, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageColeraine lighting bollards
We supply and fit lighting bollards throughout Coleraine, typically for sites such as residential driveways, schools and high street shopfronts. Outdoor lighting bollards need weatherproof and impact-resistant construction and must be connected and tested by a qualified electrician.
We cover every part of Coleraine in the BT52, BT55, BT56 and BT51 postcode districts. Jobs in Coleraine can be combined with work in Limavady (12.6 miles) (straight-line distances).
Key facts for this area
- Area
- Causeway Coast and Glens, Northern Ireland
- Roads authority
- the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads)
- Planning authority
- Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council
- Postcodes
- BT52, BT55, BT56 and BT51
- Guide price
- Typically £335–£1,195 per bollard + VAT (£395–£1,445 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £825
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Limavady (12.6 mi)
What Coleraine sites use lighting bollards for
Typical reasons Coleraine sites choose lighting bollards:
- Parks and areas where tall columns would be intrusive
- Steps, ramps and changes in level
- Footpaths through housing developments and campuses
What lighting bollards cost in Coleraine
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £335–£685 + VAT · £395–£815 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £585–£935 + VAT · £695–£1,095 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £835–£1,195 + VAT · £995–£1,445 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra); -2% for Northern Ireland. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Before we dig in Coleraine
Across Northern Ireland the Department for Infrastructure's DfI Roads is the roads authority, so lighting bollards on a public footway or road in Coleraine need its agreement before anything is dug. Posts on your own land do not.
Many private-land installations in Coleraine need no planning application, but the rules don't clearly cover bollards, so listed buildings, conservation areas and prominent frontages are worth raising with the planning team at Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council before posts go in.
Cable is protected by armour or duct, buried deep enough to avoid garden tools and future paving works, and marked with warning tape. 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.
- Choose IP and IK ratings that suit the location, and do not rely on lighting bollards as vehicle barriers.
- Limit glare and upward light, and check for any planning or ecology conditions on lighting near sensitive habitats.
What happens on site
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.
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.
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.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fixings | Anchor cages cast in concrete, base plates on existing slabs, or ground spikes for garden models. |
| Colour temperature | Warm white for residential and amenity areas; warmer or amber options near sensitive wildlife habitats. |
| Light distribution | 360-degree, asymmetric or louvred heads to light paths while limiting glare and light spill. |
Pricing lighting bollards in Coleraine
Two Coleraine jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Distance from the supply and circuit requirements
- Length of cable routes and surfaces to be cut
- Reinstatement of paving, tarmac or planting
After installation
Photocells and timers need resetting when the clocks change unless they adjust automatically. Clean diffusers so dirt and algae do not dim the light, check seals and fixings, and look for impact damage, especially in car parks.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Coleraine.
Common questions
Do you install lighting bollards in Coleraine?
We cover all of Coleraine (BT52, BT55, BT56 and BT51) and the rest of Causeway Coast and Glens. We also work in Limavady.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Coleraine?
Across Northern Ireland the Department for Infrastructure's DfI Roads is the roads authority, so lighting bollards on a public footway or road in Coleraine need its agreement before anything is dug. Posts on your own land do not.
What's a typical price for lighting bollards in Coleraine?
In Coleraine, typically £335–£1,195 per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra), plus VAT (£395–£1,445 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £825 plus VAT, using our Northern Ireland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
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.
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.