Cement & Aggregates
Ballast & Gravel delivery in Cambridgeshire
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.
Across Cambridgeshire, from Peterborough to Ely, we supply ballast and gravel delivered to site with the price and date confirmed in writing.

Cambridgeshire at a glance
- Covering
- 7 towns across Cambridgeshire
- Postcode areas
- PE, CB
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags, usually crane-lifted
- Neighbouring areas
- Rutland, Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire
Ballast & Gravel we supply in Cambridgeshire
- 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.
- Decorative gravel and chippingsColours and sizes for paths and gardens.
- All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.
- ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
- Pea gravelRounded small gravel for pipe bedding and soakaways.
Ballast & Gravel delivered in Cambridgeshire towns
- Ballast & Gravel in Peterborough
- Ballast & Gravel in Cambridge
- Ballast & Gravel in Wisbech
- Ballast & Gravel in St Neots
- Ballast & Gravel in Huntingdon
- Ballast & Gravel in March
- Ballast & Gravel in Ely
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
Planning the drop in Cambridgeshire
Bulk bags are usually lifted off by crane where access allows; tell us where they can sit and whether the ground is firm. Our standard mainland delivery area covers Cambridgeshire.
- Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.
- For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
- Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.
Before you order ballast and gravel
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.
Decorative areas
Lay decorative gravel over a weed membrane and a firm base so it does not sink.
Common questions from Cambridgeshire
How soon can ballast and gravel be delivered in Cambridgeshire?
We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.
What is all-in ballast?
A mix of sharp sand and gravel up to 20 mm, ready to combine with cement for concrete.
Can I add other materials to my Cambridgeshire delivery?
Yes. Put everything on one list, from ballast and gravel to fixings and PPE, and we will price it as one delivery where the products can travel together.
What gravel do I bed drainage pipes in?
Pea gravel or a similar clean single-size gravel is commonly used around underground pipes.
Ballast & Gravel in neighbouring areas
- Ballast & Gravel in Rutland
- Ballast & Gravel in Northamptonshire
- Ballast & Gravel in Bedfordshire
- Ballast & Gravel in Suffolk
- Ballast & Gravel in Hertfordshire
More materials delivered across Cambridgeshire
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Tell us what you need and where it is going. We check the quantities and come back with a delivered price before you commit.
