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Cement & Aggregates

Ballast & Gravel delivery in Oxfordshire

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.

Builders, trades and self-builders in Oxfordshire can order ballast and gravel for delivery to Oxford, Witney and the towns in between.

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

Oxfordshire at a glance

Covering
6 towns across Oxfordshire
Postcode areas
OX
Delivery
Standard mainland delivery
How it arrives
Bulk bags, usually crane-lifted
Neighbouring areas
Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Bedfordshire

Our ballast and gravel range for Oxfordshire jobs

  • Bulk bags and small bagsTo suit quantity and access.
  • ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
  • 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.

Ballast & Gravel delivered in Oxfordshire towns

Sizing your order

A base 3.6 × 3 m and 100 mm deep is 1.08 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 2.47 tonnes of all-in ballast and 17 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

Planning the drop in Oxfordshire

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

  • Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
  • If the site is up a shared drive or behind other houses, tell us the distance from the road.
  • Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.

Getting the right 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.

Ballast & Gravel in Oxfordshire: questions

Can I add other materials to my Oxfordshire 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.

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.

What gravel do I bed drainage pipes in?

Pea gravel or a similar clean single-size gravel is commonly used around underground pipes.

How soon can ballast and gravel be delivered in Oxfordshire?

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.

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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