Ballast & Gravel delivery in Kirkby-in-Ashfield

Which ballast and gravel can you order in Kirkby-in-Ashfield?

• ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
• 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.
• Pea gravelRounded small gravel for pipe bedding and soakaways.
• Decorative gravel and chippingsColours and sizes for paths and gardens.

Planning the drop in Kirkby-in-Ashfield

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

• On busy streets in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
• Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.

Estimating your ballast and gravel

A base 2.4 × 2.4 m and 100 mm deep is 0.58 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 1.32 tonnes of all-in ballast and 9 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.

Your questions answered

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 in bags?

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

Can I add other materials to my Kirkby-in-Ashfield 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 Kirkby-in-Ashfield?

Yes. We deliver across Kirkby-in-Ashfield, including NG17, NG15, NG18, NG16. Kirkby-in-Ashfield is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.