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Cement & Aggregates

Ballast & Gravel delivered to Chippenham

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.

Trades and homeowners in Chippenham can order ballast and gravel for delivery by sending a list, a drawing or just the sizes of the job.

Bulk bags filled with gravel and all-in ballast on a building site

Delivery facts for Chippenham

Delivery
Standard mainland delivery
Postcode districts
SN15, SN14
How it arrives
Bulk bags, usually crane-lifted
Delivering to
Chippenham, Wiltshire
Daylight
About 7h 50m on the shortest day
Nearby (straight line)
Trowbridge (10 mi), Bath (12 mi), Yate (14 mi)

Choosing from our ballast and gravel range

  • All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.
  • Bulk bags and small bagsTo suit quantity and access.
  • 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.
  • ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.

How much will you need?

A base 3 × 2.4 m and 100 mm deep is 0.72 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 1.65 tonnes of all-in ballast and 12 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

Choosing 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.

Planning the drop in Chippenham

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

  • Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
  • Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.
  • Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around SN15 are priced to the exact address.

Ordering ballast and gravel for Chippenham: FAQs

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.

Do you deliver ballast in bags?

Yes, bulk bags for most jobs and small bags for small quantities or tight access.

Can I add other materials to my Chippenham 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.

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

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

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.

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