Cement & Aggregates
Ballast & Gravel for Radcliffe, delivered to site
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.
Whether it is a repair, an extension or a new build in Radcliffe, we can supply the ballast and gravel and deliver to site.
Radcliffe delivery at a glance
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags, usually crane-lifted
- Delivering to
- Radcliffe, Greater Manchester
- Daylight
- About 7h 27m on the shortest day
- Postcode districts
- M26, M45, BL9, BL3
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- Nearby (straight line)
- Whitefield (1 mi), Prestwich (3 mi), Bury (3 mi)
Choosing from our ballast and gravel range
- All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.
- Decorative gravel and chippingsColours and sizes for paths and gardens.
- 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.
- Bulk bags and small bagsTo suit quantity and access.
Choosing 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.
Before your Radcliffe delivery arrives
Bulk bags are usually lifted off by crane where access allows; tell us where they can sit and whether the ground is firm. Radcliffe is inside our standard mainland delivery area.
- Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around M26 are priced to the exact address.
- With roughly 7h 27m of daylight in Radcliffe around the shortest day, morning deliveries leave more working light for the job.
- Tell us the best drop point, such as a driveway, front garden or the kerb, and whether a lorry can park close to it.
How much will you need?
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
Ballast & Gravel in Radcliffe: questions
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 Radcliffe 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 Radcliffe?
Yes. We deliver across Radcliffe, including M26, M45, BL9, BL3. Radcliffe 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.
Ballast & Gravel near Radcliffe
- Ballast & Gravel in Whitefield
- Ballast & Gravel in Prestwich
- Ballast & Gravel in Bury
- Ballast & Gravel in Farnworth
- Ballast & Gravel in Walkden
- Ballast & Gravel in Swinton
Complete your Radcliffe 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.