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Cement & Aggregates

Order ballast and gravel for delivery in Peterborough

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.

From PE1 to PE4, we price ballast and gravel delivered to Peterborough and confirm the drop point and date when you order.

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

Your Peterborough delivery

Delivering to
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Delivery
Standard mainland delivery
Daylight
About 7h 38m on the shortest day
Nearby (straight line)
Stamford (11 mi), March (14 mi), Spalding (15 mi)
Postcode districts
PE1, PE2, PE3, PE4
How it arrives
Bulk bags, usually crane-lifted

Ballast & Gravel available for Peterborough delivery

  • ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
  • Decorative gravel and chippingsColours and sizes for paths and gardens.
  • Bulk bags and small bagsTo suit quantity and access.
  • 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.
  • All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.

Working out quantities for your Peterborough job

A base 2.4 × 3 m and 150 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

Picking the right product

Decorative areas

Lay decorative gravel over a weed membrane and a firm base so it does not sink.

Gravel size

20 mm gravel suits concrete and drainage layers; 10 mm and pea gravel suit bedding pipes and paths.

How delivery works in Peterborough

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

  • For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
  • Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
  • With roughly 7h 38m of daylight in Peterborough around the shortest day, morning deliveries leave more working light for the job.

Common questions from Peterborough

Do you deliver ballast in bags?

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

Do you deliver ballast and gravel to trades and homeowners in Peterborough?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.

Can I add other materials to my Peterborough 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.

What is all-in ballast?

A mix of sharp sand and gravel up to 20 mm, ready to combine with cement for concrete.

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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