Northamptonshire · England
Pedestrian protection bollards in Corby
Pedestrian protection bollards for sites across Corby and the rest of Northamptonshire, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageCorby pedestrian protection bollards
We supply and fit pedestrian protection bollards throughout Corby, typically for sites such as small industrial units, high street shopfronts and community buildings. Bollards that separate people from vehicles at car parks, forecourts, walkways, drive-thrus and shop entrances.
We cover Corby's NN17 and NN18 postcode districts, including places such as Weldon. We also cover neighbouring Kettering (6.9 miles), Market Harborough (9.8 miles), Oakham (11.9 miles) and Wellingborough (13.4 miles) — distances are straight-line. Northampton is around 19 miles away.
Corby at a glance
- Area
- Northamptonshire, England
- Highway authority
- North Northamptonshire Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- North Northamptonshire Council
- Postcodes
- NN17 and NN18
- Guide price
- Typically £245–£1,195 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £575
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Kettering (6.9 mi), Market Harborough (9.8 mi), Oakham (11.9 mi), Wellingborough (13.4 mi)
Corby: typical pedestrian protection bollard prices
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £245–£635 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £515–£915 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £795–£1,195 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; -2% for East Midlands. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Pedestrian protection bollards in Corby: common uses
Typical reasons Corby sites choose pedestrian protection bollards:
- Drive-thru lanes and order points next to seating
- Petrol station forecourts and kiosk frontages
- Outdoor seating at cafes, pubs and restaurants
Permissions and groundwork in Corby
The highway authority for local roads in Corby is North Northamptonshire Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Pedestrian protection bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
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 (North Northamptonshire Council) first — we flag this at survey.
Reinstatement keeps walkways level and flush, because a trip edge around a new post in a busy car park creates the very hazard the posts are meant to reduce. Car park edges and walkways tend to be built quickly over shallow hardcore, and their kerb lines often carry lighting cables, drainage channels and ducts for EV chargers or signs.
- Keep clear gaps of typically at least 1,000–1,200 mm and keep main walkways wide enough, referring to Inclusive Mobility guidance.
- If a tested product has been requested, confirm PAS 170-1 or another stated standard and install to the tested foundation.
Installation, step by step
Watch how the site works
The free site survey looks at where cars park, where people walk and queue, and where incidents or near misses have happened. You receive a fixed written quote with positions marked.
Set out the line
Posts are set out allowing for bumper overhang and keeping clear routes for pedestrians, trolleys and wheelchairs.
Add bands and markings
Reflective bands are fitted and any wheel stops or line markings agreed in the scheme are installed.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| PAS 170-1 tested bollards | Tested against low-speed vehicle impacts, for sites where proven performance has been asked for. |
| Lit bollards | Low-level lighting bollards double as protection on walkways where the product is robust enough for the job. |
| Wheel stops and kerbs | Used with bollards to stop cars before they reach the posts, reducing daily knocks. |
What moves the price in Corby
When we price pedestrian protection bollards in Corby, these make the biggest difference:
- Unrated steel or PAS 170-1 tested products
- Working around trading hours and live car parks
- Reinstatement of tactile paving and walkway surfaces
Looking after them
Protection bollards take the knocks they are there for, so inspect them regularly and after any reported strike. If one post keeps being hit, look at the bay layout or add a wheel stop rather than replacing the same post repeatedly.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Corby.
Questions about pedestrian protection bollards in Corby
Do you install pedestrian protection bollards in Corby?
We cover all of Corby (NN17 and NN18) and the rest of Northamptonshire. We also work in Kettering, Market Harborough and Oakham.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Corby?
The highway authority for local roads in Corby is North Northamptonshire Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Pedestrian protection bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
What's a typical price for pedestrian protection bollards in Corby?
In Corby, typically £245–£1,195 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £575 plus VAT, using our East Midlands guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
How far from the kerb should car park bollards go?
Far enough back that parked bumpers do not hit them, but not so far that they narrow the walkway. That distance depends on the bay length and kerb height. We set it on site with the layout in front of us.
Are wheel stops enough on their own?
Wheel stops help drivers judge where to stop but a car can mount them with a firm press on the accelerator. Used with bollards, they reduce daily knocks on the posts. On their own they are not a barrier.
Pedestrian protection in nearby towns
- Kettering (6.9 mi)
- Market Harborough (9.8 mi)
- Oakham (11.9 mi)
- Wellingborough (13.4 mi)
- Stamford (13.7 mi)
- Rushden (14.8 mi)