Cement & Aggregates
Ballast & Gravel delivered to Hoddesdon
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.
Order ballast and gravel for Hoddesdon with one message: we check the quantities, price the delivery and confirm everything before you pay.

Ballast & Gravel to Hoddesdon: the basics
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags, usually crane-lifted
- Postcode districts
- EN11, EN10, SG13, SG12
- Nearby (straight line)
- Hertford (4 mi), Cheshunt (4 mi), Waltham Abbey (5 mi)
- Daylight
- About 7h 47m on the shortest day
- Delivering to
- Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire
Which ballast and gravel can you order in Hoddesdon?
- 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.
- Decorative gravel and chippingsColours and sizes for paths and gardens.
- ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
- All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.
Planning the drop in Hoddesdon
Bulk bags are usually lifted off by crane where access allows; tell us where they can sit and whether the ground is firm. Hoddesdon is inside our standard mainland delivery area.
- Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around EN11 are priced to the exact address.
- In summer Hoddesdon gets around 16h 41m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
- If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.
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.
How much will you need?
A base 4 × 2.4 m and 100 mm deep is 0.96 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 2.2 tonnes of all-in ballast and 15 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator
Questions about ballast and gravel delivery in Hoddesdon
How soon can ballast and gravel be delivered in Hoddesdon?
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.
Do you deliver ballast in bags?
Yes, bulk bags for most jobs and small bags for small quantities or tight access.
What gravel do I bed drainage pipes in?
Pea gravel or a similar clean single-size gravel is commonly used around underground pipes.
Do you deliver ballast and gravel to Hoddesdon?
Yes. We deliver across Hoddesdon, including EN11, EN10, SG13, SG12. Hoddesdon is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.
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