Ballast & Gravel delivered to Harwich

What ballast and gravel can we deliver to Harwich?

• All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.
• Pea gravelRounded small gravel for pipe bedding and soakaways.
• Decorative gravel and chippingsColours and sizes for paths and gardens.
• ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.

Estimating your ballast and gravel

A base 4 × 3 m and 150 mm deep is 1.8 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 4.12 tonnes of all-in ballast and 28 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

Getting the right 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.

How delivery works in Harwich

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

• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around CO12 are priced to the exact address.
• Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.
• If the site is up a shared drive or behind other houses, tell us the distance from the road.

Your questions answered

Can you deliver ballast and gravel to a site with restricted access in Harwich?

Usually, yes. Tell us about the access when you ask for a price and we will plan the vehicle and offload, or say if a smaller vehicle is needed.

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 Harwich 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.