East Lothian · Scotland
Ram-raid protection bollards in Dunbar
Local installation of ram-raid bollards in Dunbar — free survey, fixed written price, and posts set to the right spacing for people and vehicles.
Computer-generated imageRam-raid bollards in Dunbar
Whether it's filling-station forecourts, schools and small industrial units, ram-raid bollards in Dunbar 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 work across EH42 and EH40 — Dunbar itself and places including West Barns, Innerwick, Spott and Whitekirk. Jobs in Dunbar can be combined with work in Tranent (17.4 miles) and Musselburgh (21.1 miles) (straight-line distances). Edinburgh is around 27 miles away.
Key facts for this area
- Area
- East Lothian, Scotland
- Roads authority
- East Lothian Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- East Lothian Council
- Postcodes
- EH42 and EH40
- Guide price
- Typically £395–£1,495 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £945
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Tranent (17.4 mi), Musselburgh (21.1 mi)
Typical ram-raid bollards jobs in Dunbar
Around Dunbar, ram-raid bollards usually solve one of these:
- Filling station kiosks and forecourt shops
- Through-the-wall and freestanding ATMs
- Pharmacies and late-opening premises
Ram-raid bollard prices in Dunbar
| 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.
Consents, ground and services in Dunbar
Dunbar falls under East Lothian Council as roads authority. If the line of posts crosses onto adopted road or pavement, permission comes before excavation; on private land it does not.
If your site in Dunbar is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (East Lothian Council) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Shopfronts often sit over cellars, coal holes, vaults and service entries, so what lies under the pavement can be more complicated than it looks. Deep foundations need care near the building's own footings and basement walls.
- Check who owns the ground in front of the shop; if it is public highway, the roads authority's agreement is needed.
- If an insurer has asked for protection, confirm what standard or product they expect before ordering.
What happens on site
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.
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.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Concrete-filled steel posts | Thick-walled steel tube root-fixed in a deep reinforced base. The usual unrated choice for shopfronts and ATMs. |
| Removable posts | Lockable removable positions allow deliveries, shopfitting or shutter maintenance without leaving the frontage open permanently. |
| PAS 170-1 tested bollards | Tested against low-speed vehicle impacts and suited to ram-raid risks where a tested product is requested. |
Pricing ram-raid bollards in Dunbar
When we price ram-raid bollards in Dunbar, these make the biggest difference:
- Number of posts across the frontage or ATM
- Out-of-hours working to avoid closing the shop
- Covers and finishes for shopping streets
Looking after them
Check them after any knock, because a post that has been hit may have cracked its foundation even if it still looks straight. 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.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Dunbar.
Common questions
Which parts of Dunbar do you cover for ram-raid bollards?
We cover all of Dunbar (EH42 and EH40) and the rest of East Lothian. We also work in Tranent and Musselburgh.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Dunbar?
For anything on the public footway in Dunbar we check with the roads authority first — East Lothian Council for local roads, Transport Scotland on trunk routes. Private ground such as a car park or forecourt only needs the owner's go-ahead.
What's a typical price for ram-raid bollards in Dunbar?
In Dunbar, typically £395–£1,495 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £945 plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Can bollards go on the pavement outside my shop?
Only if you own the ground or have the roads authority's agreement. Many shop frontages include a strip of private forecourt, which is simpler. We check ownership as part of the survey.
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.