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Telescopic bollard installation in Midlothian
Telescopic bollards for sites across Midlothian: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageTelescopic bollards in Midlothian
Across Midlothian, typical sites for telescopic bollards include small industrial units, filling-station forecourts and community car parks. Key-locked telescopic bollards that retract into a ground cassette, for driveways, private bays and access roads.
Highway and roads authorities for local roads in Midlothian: Midlothian Council.
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Guide prices in Midlothian
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £345–£705 + VAT · £405–£845 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £605–£955 + VAT · £725–£1,145 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £855–£1,195 + VAT · £1,045–£1,445 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard with cassette, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Highway and planning authorities in Midlothian
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Bonnyrigg | Midlothian Council | Midlothian Council |
| Penicuik | Midlothian Council | Midlothian Council |
| Dalkeith | Midlothian Council | Midlothian Council |
Rules for telescopic bollards in Scotland
Works in a public road or footway need the roads authority's written consent under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. 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 Scotland.
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.
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.
Reinstate and test
The surface is made good to match. The post is raised, locked, lowered and locked several times to confirm smooth operation, and keys are handed over.
Telescopic bollards in Midlothian: FAQs
Do you cover all of Midlothian for telescopic bollards?
Yes — including Bonnyrigg, Penicuik and Dalkeith. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do telescopic bollards cost in Midlothian?
In Midlothian, typically £345–£1,195 per bollard with cassette, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£405–£1,445 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £645 plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Midlothian?
The council is the roads authority for local roads (Midlothian Council); Transport Scotland covers trunk roads. Works in a public road need the roads authority's written consent.
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.
How deep does a telescopic bollard go into the ground?
Usually around the exposed height of the post plus the cassette base and drainage layer, which often comes to a metre or more. The exact depth depends on the model. That depth is why we check for services under the drive first.