Order ballast and gravel for delivery in Wednesfield

Which ballast and gravel can you order in Wednesfield?

• 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.
• Bulk bags and small bagsTo suit quantity and access.
• 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.

How much will you need?

A base 3.6 × 1.8 m and 150 mm deep is 0.97 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 2.23 tonnes of all-in ballast and 16 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

Things to check before you order

Gravel size

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

Decorative areas

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

Delivery to Wednesfield: 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. Wednesfield is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• In summer Wednesfield gets around 16h 51m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around WV11 are priced to the exact address.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.

Your questions answered

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.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Wednesfield?

There is no fixed minimum. For very small orders we will tell you honestly if the delivery cost outweighs the materials, so you can decide.

How soon can ballast and gravel be delivered in Wednesfield?

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.