Northern Ireland · 2 towns
Telescopic bollard installation in Newry, Mourne and Down
Telescopic bollards for sites across Newry, Mourne and Down: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageTelescopic bollards in Newry, Mourne and Down
Key-locked telescopic bollards that retract into a ground cassette, for driveways, private bays and access roads. We cover Newry, Mourne and Down — Newry and Downpatrick.
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 Newry, Mourne and Down
| 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.
Who looks after the roads in Newry, Mourne and Down
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Newry | the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads) | Newry, Mourne and Down District Council |
| Downpatrick | the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads) | Newry, Mourne and Down 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.
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 Newry, Mourne and Down: FAQs
Do you cover all of Newry, Mourne and Down for telescopic bollards?
Yes — including Newry and Downpatrick. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do telescopic bollards cost in Newry, Mourne and Down?
In Newry, Mourne and Down, 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 Newry, Mourne and Down?
DfI Roads (the Department for Infrastructure) is the roads authority for public roads and footways throughout Northern Ireland; councils handle planning.
Can a telescopic bollard be fitted into a resin or imprinted drive?
Yes, though the cut has to be made cleanly and the surface patched around the lid. Resin and imprinted finishes are hard to match exactly, so we plan positions to keep visible patching small.
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.