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Ram-raid protection bollards in Bideford
Ram-raid bollards supplied and fitted in Bideford, Devon: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageAbout ram-raid bollards in Bideford
Ram-raid bollards suit plenty of Bideford sites, schools, small industrial units and high street shopfronts among them. Bollards fitted in front of shopfronts, ATMs, jewellers and convenience stores to stop vehicles being used to break in.
We work across EX39 and EX38 — Bideford itself and places including Northam, Westward Ho!, Hartland and Buckland Brewer. Jobs in Bideford can be combined with work in Barnstaple (7.9 miles) (straight-line distances).
Local details
- Area
- Devon, England
- Highway authority
- Devon County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Torridge
- Postcodes
- EX39 and EX38
- Guide price
- Typically £395–£1,495 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £945
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Barnstaple (7.9 mi)
What Bideford sites use ram-raid bollards for
Typical reasons Bideford sites choose ram-raid bollards:
- Pharmacies and late-opening premises
- Warehouses and trade counters with roller-shutter entrances
- Convenience stores and off-licences with glazed frontages
Guide prices for Bideford
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £395–£855 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £725–£1,195 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,045–£1,495 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What we check first in Bideford
The highway authority for local roads in Bideford is Devon County Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Ram-raid 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 (the council for Torridge) first — we flag this at survey.
Shopfronts often sit over cellars, coal holes, vaults and service entries, so what lies under the pavement can be more complicated than it looks. Shop forecourts may be thin concrete over old fill, and filling station forecourts carry fuel lines, tank vents and interceptors that must be located precisely before anything is dug.
- Leave clear gaps for wheelchairs and buggies, typically at least 1,000 mm, and keep the footway width usable, referring to Inclusive Mobility guidance.
- Check who owns the ground in front of the shop; if it is public highway, the highway authority's agreement is needed.
From survey to handover
Look at how a vehicle would approach
At the free site survey we look at where a vehicle could reverse from, the kerb line, the forecourt and the frontage construction. Ownership of the pavement in front of the shop is checked at the same time.
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.
Reinstate the pavement
Paving, tarmac or forecourt concrete is made good flush with the base of each post, leaving no trip edges.
Specification choices
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| PAS 170-1 tested bollards | Tested against low-speed vehicle impacts and suited to ram-raid risks where a tested product is requested. |
| Removable posts | Lockable removable positions allow deliveries, shopfitting or shutter maintenance without leaving the frontage open permanently. |
| Concrete-filled steel posts | Thick-walled steel tube root-fixed in a deep reinforced base. The usual unrated choice for shopfronts and ATMs. |
Pricing ram-raid bollards in Bideford
Two Bideford jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Removable positions and their locks
- Unrated, PAS 170-1 or crash-rated product
- Covers and finishes for shopping streets
Looking after them
Keep visibility bands clean, repaint chips before rust sets in on steel, and keep locks on removable posts lubricated so staff can actually use them. Ram-raid bollards are robust but not maintenance-free.
For damaged or loose posts in Bideford, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Common questions
Which parts of Bideford do you cover for ram-raid bollards?
We cover all of Bideford (EX39 and EX38) and the rest of Devon. We also work in Barnstaple.
Do I need consent for ram-raid bollards on a public footway in Bideford?
The highway authority for local roads in Bideford is Devon County Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Ram-raid 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 ram-raid bollards in Bideford?
In Bideford, typically £395–£1,495 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £945 plus VAT, using our South West guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
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.
How many bollards does a shopfront need?
Enough to leave no gap a car could pass through across the vulnerable part of the frontage. For a typical small shop that is often three to five posts, but it depends on the frontage width and where a vehicle could approach from. The survey sets the number.