Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon · Northern Ireland
Ram-raid protection bollards in Armagh
Ram-raid bollards for sites across Armagh and the rest of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageAbout ram-raid bollards in Armagh
Whether it's small industrial units, high street shopfronts and community car parks, ram-raid bollards in Armagh are planned around who needs to get through and who doesn't. Bollards fitted in front of shopfronts, ATMs, jewellers and convenience stores to stop vehicles being used to break in.
We cover every part of Armagh in the BT61 and BT60 postcode districts. Jobs in Armagh can be combined with work in Portadown (10.3 miles), Dungannon (11.3 miles), Craigavon (13.1 miles) and Banbridge (15.4 miles) (straight-line distances). Armagh is about 34 miles from Belfast.
Armagh at a glance
- Area
- Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Northern Ireland
- Roads authority
- the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads)
- Planning authority
- Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council
- Postcodes
- BT61 and BT60
- Guide price
- Typically £385–£1,445 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £925
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
Where ram-raid bollards go in around Armagh
Typical reasons Armagh sites choose ram-raid bollards:
- Through-the-wall and freestanding ATMs
- Warehouses and trade counters with roller-shutter entrances
- Pharmacies and late-opening premises
Armagh: typical ram-raid bollard prices
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £385–£835 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £715–£1,145 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,045–£1,445 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; -2% for Northern Ireland. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What we check first in Armagh
Across Northern Ireland the Department for Infrastructure's DfI Roads is the roads authority, so ram-raid bollards on a public footway or road in Armagh need its agreement before anything is dug. Posts on your own land do not.
Planning in Northern Ireland sits with the councils, so for a listed building or conservation area in Armagh the planning team at Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is the one to ask before posts go in.
Deep foundations need care near the building's own footings and basement walls. Shopfronts often sit over cellars, coal holes, vaults and service entries, so what lies under the pavement can be more complicated than it looks.
- Check who owns the ground in front of the shop; if it is public highway, DfI Roads' agreement is needed.
- Leave clear gaps for wheelchairs and buggies, typically at least 1,000 mm, and keep the footway width usable, referring to Inclusive Mobility guidance.
What happens on site
Arrange consents
If the posts will stand on public highway, the highway authority's agreement is needed before work starts. Landlord consent is usually needed for leased units.
Excavate and set the posts
Each position is hand-dug near services and taken to depth, then the post is set plumb in a reinforced concrete base. Work is planned around trading hours where possible.
Reinstate the pavement
Paving, tarmac or forecourt concrete is made good flush with the base of each post, leaving no trip edges.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reflective and contrasting bands | Bands near the top help pedestrians, including partially sighted people, see the posts on a busy pavement. |
| Crash-rated bollards | Tested to IWA 14-1, ISO 22343-1 or PAS 68 for high-value premises or where a vehicle could build up speed. |
| Stainless or decorative covers | Covers over steel cores for shopping streets and branded frontages where plain steel would look out of place. |
What moves the price in Armagh
When we price ram-raid bollards in Armagh, these make the biggest difference:
- Number of posts across the frontage or ATM
- Covers and finishes for shopping streets
- Out-of-hours working to avoid closing the shop
Looking after them
Ram-raid bollards are robust but not maintenance-free. If you have been raided despite having bollards, look again at the positions and gaps, because offenders tend to aim at any weak point.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Armagh.
Questions about ram-raid bollards in Armagh
Can you install ram-raid bollards anywhere in Armagh?
We cover all of Armagh (BT61 and BT60) and the rest of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon. We also work in Portadown, Dungannon and Craigavon.
Do I need consent for ram-raid bollards on a public footway in Armagh?
Across Northern Ireland the Department for Infrastructure's DfI Roads is the roads authority, so ram-raid bollards on a public footway or road in Armagh need its agreement before anything is dug. Posts on your own land do not.
How much do ram-raid bollards cost in Armagh?
In Armagh, typically £385–£1,445 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £925 plus VAT, using our Northern Ireland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
What is PAS 170-1 and do I need it?
PAS 170-1 is a standard for testing vehicle security barriers against low-speed impacts. It suits ram-raid risks where someone has asked for tested performance, such as an insurer or security adviser. If nobody has asked for a tested product, a well-founded unrated post is often adequate.
Can we still take deliveries through the front?
Yes, if one or more positions are removable. Staff unlock and lift out the post for deliveries, then refit it. The socket is designed to sit flush when the post is out.
Ram-raid bollards in nearby towns
- Portadown (10.3 mi)
- Dungannon (11.3 mi)
- Craigavon (13.1 mi)
- Banbridge (15.4 mi)
- Newry (17.8 mi)
- Cookstown (20.5 mi)