Cement & Aggregates
Ballast & Gravel delivered to Belper
Ballast (all-in ballast) is a mixed sand and gravel aggregate used with cement to make concrete; gravel and shingle are graded stones used for drainage, bedding and decoration.
Whether it is a repair, an extension or a new build in Belper, we can supply the ballast and gravel and deliver to site.

Belper delivery at a glance
- Daylight
- About 7h 33m on the shortest day
- Postcode districts
- DE56, DE21, DE5
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags, usually crane-lifted
- Delivering to
- Belper, Derbyshire
- Nearby (straight line)
- Ripley (3 mi), Heanor (5 mi), Alfreton (7 mi)
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
Our ballast and gravel range for Belper jobs
- All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.
- 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.
- Decorative gravel and chippingsColours and sizes for paths and gardens.
- Pea gravelRounded small gravel for pipe bedding and soakaways.
Before you order ballast and gravel
Decorative areas
Lay decorative gravel over a weed membrane and a firm base so it does not sink.
Ballast or separate sand and gravel?
All-in ballast is convenient for general concrete. For more control over the mix, use separate sharp sand and gravel.
A quick quantity check
A base 3.6 × 3 m and 150 mm deep is 1.62 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 3.71 tonnes of all-in ballast and 26 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator
Delivery to Belper: what helps
Bulk bags are usually lifted off by crane where access allows; tell us where they can sit and whether the ground is firm. Belper is inside our standard mainland delivery area.
- With roughly 7h 33m of daylight in Belper around the shortest day, morning deliveries leave more working light for the job.
- For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
- Pallets left on a pavement can block the footway, so plan a drop point inside your boundary where you can.
Your questions answered
Is there a minimum order for delivery to Belper?
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.
What is all-in ballast?
A mix of sharp sand and gravel up to 20 mm, ready to combine with cement for concrete.
Do you deliver ballast and gravel to Belper?
Yes. We deliver across Belper, including DE56, DE21, DE5. Belper is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.
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.
Also delivering ballast and gravel nearby
- Ballast & Gravel in Ripley
- Ballast & Gravel in Heanor
- Ballast & Gravel in Alfreton
- Ballast & Gravel in Derby
- Ballast & Gravel in Ilkeston
- Ballast & Gravel in Kirkby-in-Ashfield
Complete your Belper order
Send your list, get a delivered price
Tell us what you need and where it is going. We check the quantities and come back with a delivered price before you commit.
