Ballast & Gravel delivered to Alfreton

What ballast and gravel can we deliver to Alfreton?

• ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
• Decorative gravel and chippingsColours and sizes for paths and gardens.
• Bulk bags and small bagsTo suit quantity and access.
• All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.

Delivering ballast and gravel in Alfreton

Bulk bags are usually lifted off by crane where access allows; tell us where they can sit and whether the ground is firm. Alfreton is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• On busy streets in Alfreton, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around DE55 are priced to the exact address.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.

Ballast & Gravel: choosing well

Gravel size

20 mm gravel suits concrete and drainage layers; 10 mm and pea gravel suit bedding pipes and paths.

Decorative areas

Lay decorative gravel over a weed membrane and a firm base so it does not sink.

Estimating your ballast and gravel

A base 3.6 × 1.8 m and 100 mm deep is 0.65 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 1.48 tonnes of all-in ballast and 11 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

Ballast & Gravel in Alfreton: questions

How much gravel do I need for a path?

Multiply the area by the depth (often 40 to 50 mm for decorative gravel) to get cubic metres, then allow about 1.5 tonnes per cubic metre.

What is all-in ballast?

A mix of sharp sand and gravel up to 20 mm, ready to combine with cement for concrete.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Alfreton?

There is no fixed minimum. For very small orders we will tell you honestly if the delivery cost outweighs the materials, so you can decide.

Do you deliver ballast and gravel to trades and homeowners in Alfreton?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.