Northern Ireland · 2 towns
Telescopic bollard installation in Derry City and Strabane
Telescopic bollards for sites across Derry City and Strabane: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageTelescopic bollards in Derry City and Strabane
Across Derry City and Strabane, typical sites for telescopic bollards include college campuses, retail parks and industrial estates. Key-locked telescopic bollards that retract into a ground cassette, for driveways, private bays and access roads.
Across Northern Ireland, DfI Roads (the Department for Infrastructure) is the roads authority for public roads and footways; councils handle planning.
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Guide prices in Derry City and Strabane
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £335–£685 + VAT · £395–£815 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £585–£935 + VAT · £695–£1,095 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £835–£1,195 + VAT · £995–£1,445 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard with cassette, supplied and installed; -2% for Northern Ireland. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Local authorities across Derry City and Strabane
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Derry/Londonderry | the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads) | Derry City and Strabane District Council |
| Strabane | the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads) | Derry City and Strabane District Council |
Rules for telescopic bollards in Northern Ireland
Bollards on public footways and roads need DfI Roads consent under the Roads (NI) Order 1993; councils deal with planning. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Accessibility guidance asks for posts at least 1,000 mm high with contrasting tops and no chains between them.
Details and sources: bollard rules in Northern Ireland.
How installation works
Check depth and drainage
The free site survey checks how far down we can dig, where services run under the drive and how the ground drains. If water will stand, a drain connection is priced into the fixed written quote.
Cut and excavate
The surface is cut neatly and the hole dug to the cassette's full depth plus a drainage layer, with care near any service that crosses the drive.
Form the drainage
A gravel soakaway is placed beneath the cassette, or a pipe is laid to a surface water drain or new soakaway.
Set the cassette
The cassette is set vertical and its top exactly at finished surface level and fall, then concreted in. A cassette set high or low is a common cause of tyre damage and trip edges.
Telescopic bollards in Derry City and Strabane: FAQs
Do you cover all of Derry City and Strabane for telescopic bollards?
Yes — including Derry/Londonderry and Strabane. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do telescopic bollards cost in Derry City and Strabane?
In Derry City and Strabane, typically £335–£1,195 per bollard with cassette, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£395–£1,445 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £625 plus VAT, using our Northern Ireland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Derry City and Strabane?
DfI Roads (the Department for Infrastructure) is the roads authority for public roads and footways throughout Northern Ireland; councils handle planning.
Will a telescopic bollard stop my car being stolen?
It adds a physical barrier that a thief has to defeat before driving away, which slows them down and makes the car a less attractive target. It is one layer of protection, not a complete answer to keyless car theft.
Why does my telescopic bollard fill with water?
Because the cassette is not draining, either through a blocked base, clay ground or no drainage provision at installation. Standing water rusts the post and can freeze it in place. Fixing the drainage usually solves the problem.