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Removable bollard installation in Hammersmith and Fulham
Removable bollards for sites across Hammersmith and Fulham and the rest of London, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageAbout removable bollards in Hammersmith and Fulham
Removable bollards suit plenty of Hammersmith and Fulham sites, mews courtyards, hospital approaches and places of worship among them. When the post is out, the socket is closed with a hinged lid or cap so the surface is flush.
Coverage in Hammersmith and Fulham takes in the W6, W12, W14 and SW6 postcode districts. Jobs in Hammersmith and Fulham can be combined with work in Kensington and Chelsea (1.4 miles), Westminster (3.5 miles), Wandsworth (3.6 miles) and Ealing (4 miles) (straight-line distances).
Hammersmith and Fulham at a glance
- Area
- London, England
- Highway authority
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council
- Postcodes
- W6, W12, W14 and SW6
- Guide price
- Typically £285–£975 per bollard + VAT (£335–£1,145 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £675
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Kensington and Chelsea (1.4 mi), Westminster (3.5 mi), Wandsworth (3.6 mi), Ealing (4 mi)
Where removable bollards go in around Hammersmith and Fulham
Typical reasons Hammersmith and Fulham sites choose removable bollards:
- Temporary event closures and market streets
- Emergency and fire service access routes
- School gates closed during drop-off and pick-up
What removable bollards cost in Hammersmith and Fulham
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £285–£575 + VAT · £335–£685 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £485–£775 + VAT · £575–£925 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £695–£975 + VAT · £825–£1,145 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard with ground socket, supplied and installed; +15% for London. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What we check first in Hammersmith and Fulham
The highway authority for local roads in Hammersmith and Fulham is Hammersmith and Fulham Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Red routes are managed by Transport for London. Removable 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 (Hammersmith and Fulham Council) first — we flag this at survey.
A socket set even a few millimetres proud becomes a trip edge and gets clipped by tyres and snow ploughs; one set low collects water and grit. The base sits on free-draining stone or connects to a drainage route, so rainwater does not stand in the socket and freeze around the post in winter.
- On emergency access routes, agree with the fire service how they will remove the posts, such as standard keys or bolt croppers on padlocks.
- Keep a clear route of typically at least 1,000–1,200 mm between posts on pedestrian routes, and check against Inclusive Mobility guidance.
What happens on site
Set the socket flush
The socket is set in concrete with its rim exactly at finished surface level and to the fall of the ground, so the lid sits flat and nothing catches on it.
Reinstate around the socket
Block paving, tarmac or flags are cut tight to the collar and made good. On resin or bound surfaces, the edge is sealed neatly.
Fit posts and hand over keys
Posts are fitted and locked, and the lift-out and refit routine is checked on site. Keys and any storage brackets are handed over.
Specification choices
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Locking type | Triangular or square key, padlock, or integral keyed cylinder. Keyed-alike locks let one key open every post on a site. |
| Heads and handles | Dome, flat or ball heads, with lifting handles or eyes so posts can be pulled out without strain. |
| Socket lids | Spring-closing, hinged or lockable lids that sit flush when the post is removed, so there is no open hole. |
What affects the quote
Two Hammersmith and Fulham jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Post material: steel, stainless or aluminium
- Drainage at the socket base
- Surface type and reinstatement
Keeping them working
If a socket has worked loose in the surface, re-bed it before the lid edge becomes a trip hazard. Keep spare keys somewhere sensible, because lost keys are a common reason for a post being cut out.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Hammersmith and Fulham.
Common questions
Which parts of Hammersmith and Fulham do you cover for removable bollards?
We cover all of Hammersmith and Fulham (W6, W12, W14 and SW6) and the rest of London. We also work in Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster and Wandsworth.
Do I need consent for removable bollards on a public footway in Hammersmith and Fulham?
The highway authority for local roads in Hammersmith and Fulham is Hammersmith and Fulham Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Red routes are managed by Transport for London. Removable bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
How much do removable bollards cost in Hammersmith and Fulham?
In Hammersmith and Fulham, typically £285–£975 per bollard with ground socket, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£335–£1,145 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £675 plus VAT, using our London guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Can removable bollards be installed on block paving?
Yes. The socket is set in concrete beneath the blocks and the blocks are cut tight around the collar. It finishes neatly if the socket is set to the exact paving level.
How heavy is a removable bollard to lift?
It depends on material and size; a slim aluminium post is easy to lift, while a large concrete-filled steel post is not designed for daily handling. If the post will come out every day, say so at the survey and we will suggest something lighter with a handle.
Removable bollards in nearby towns
- Kensington and Chelsea (1.4 mi)
- Westminster (3.5 mi)
- Wandsworth (3.6 mi)
- Ealing (4 mi)
- Camden (4.2 mi)
- Richmond upon Thames (4.7 mi)