Ballast & Gravel delivered to Ripley

What ballast and gravel can we deliver to Ripley?

• 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.
• ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
• All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.
• Bulk bags and small bagsTo suit quantity and access.
• Pea gravelRounded small gravel for pipe bedding and soakaways.

Delivery to Ripley: what helps

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

• Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.
• Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.

Getting the right ballast and gravel

Gravel size

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

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.

How much will you need?

A base 3.6 × 3 m and 150 mm deep is 1.62 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 3.71 tonnes of all-in ballast and 26 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

Common questions from Ripley

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.

What is all-in ballast?

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

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

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

How soon can ballast and gravel be delivered in Ripley?

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.