Somerset · England
Pedestrian protection bollards in Yeovil
Pedestrian protection bollards supplied and fitted in Yeovil, Somerset: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageAbout pedestrian protection bollards in Yeovil
Across Yeovil, typical sites for pedestrian protection bollards include small industrial units, high street shopfronts and local parades. Products range from unrated steel posts to bollards tested against low-speed impacts under PAS 170-1.
We work across BA20, BA21, BA22, TA15 and TA14 — Yeovil itself and places including Mudford Sock, Mudford, Coppits Hill and Lower Vagg. Jobs in Yeovil can be combined with work in Bridgwater (20.7 miles) and Taunton (21.1 miles) (straight-line distances). Bristol is around 36 miles away.
Local details
- Area
- Somerset, England
- Highway authority
- Somerset Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Somerset Council
- Postcodes
- BA20, BA21, BA22, TA15 and TA14
- Guide price
- Typically £245–£1,195 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £595
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Bridgwater (20.7 mi), Taunton (21.1 mi)
Yeovil: typical pedestrian protection bollard prices
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £245–£645 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £535–£925 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £815–£1,195 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Typical pedestrian protection bollards jobs in Yeovil
Typical reasons Yeovil sites choose pedestrian protection bollards:
- EV charging points and trolley shelters
- School and hospital drop-off zones
- Walkways through supermarket and retail park car parks
Before we dig in Yeovil
Somerset Council is the highway authority covering Yeovil's local roads. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
If your site in Yeovil is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Somerset Council) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Positions are scanned and hand-dug before committing, and foundations are sized for the ground found rather than a fixed hole size. Where bollards protect a shopfront, the building's own foundations and any canopy columns may sit close to the line, which limits how deep and wide each base can go.
- Use contrasting bands so posts are visible to partially sighted people, and avoid linking chains across routes.
- Keep clear gaps of typically at least 1,000–1,200 mm and keep main walkways wide enough, referring to Inclusive Mobility guidance.
What happens on site
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.
Agree a plan for live trading
Work is phased so entrances and walkways stay open, with each section fenced while it is dug and set. Busy sites often prefer early starts or quieter weekdays.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| PAS 170-1 tested bollards | Tested against low-speed vehicle impacts, for sites where proven performance has been asked for. |
| Concrete-filled steel posts | Root-fixed galvanised and powder-coated steel, the standard unrated choice for walkways and frontages. |
| Lit bollards | Low-level lighting bollards double as protection on walkways where the product is robust enough for the job. |
What moves the price in Yeovil
Our South West guide prices are a starting point; the survey in Yeovil firms them up. What tends to move them:
- Reinstatement of tactile paving and walkway surfaces
- Ground conditions and services along kerb lines
- Finishes such as stainless or decorative posts
Looking after them
If one post keeps being hit, look at the bay layout or add a wheel stop rather than replacing the same post repeatedly. Protection bollards take the knocks they are there for, so inspect them regularly and after any reported strike.
If posts in Yeovil are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Common questions
Do you install pedestrian protection bollards in Yeovil?
We cover all of Yeovil (BA20, BA21, BA22, TA15 and TA14) and the rest of Somerset. We also work in Bridgwater and Taunton.
Do I need consent for pedestrian protection bollards on a public footway in Yeovil?
Somerset Council is the highway authority covering Yeovil's local roads. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
What's a typical price for pedestrian protection bollards in Yeovil?
In Yeovil, typically £245–£1,195 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £595 plus VAT, using our South West 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.
Do pedestrian protection bollards need to be crash-rated?
Not usually. They deal with low-speed driver errors, so firmly founded steel posts often suffice. Where an owner, insurer or designer wants proven performance, PAS 170-1 tested products are the usual choice.