Ballast & Gravel for Loughborough, delivered to site

What ballast and gravel can we deliver to Loughborough?

• 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.
• Bulk bags and small bagsTo suit quantity and access.

A quick quantity check

A base 3 × 3 m and 100 mm deep is 0.9 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 2.06 tonnes of all-in ballast and 14 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

Planning the drop in Loughborough

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

• Deliveries are to the kerb, drive or within crane reach; ask if materials need to go further.
• In summer Loughborough gets around 16h 53m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.

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.

Common questions from Loughborough

Do you deliver ballast and gravel to Loughborough?

Yes. We deliver across Loughborough, including LE11, LE12. Loughborough is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

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.

How soon can ballast and gravel be delivered in Loughborough?

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.

How much ballast for a cubic metre of concrete?

Roughly 2 to 2.2 tonnes of all-in ballast with about 15 bags of cement at a 1:5 mix. Our concrete calculator works out your slab or footing.