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Cement & Aggregates

Order ballast and gravel for delivery in Wigston

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.

For jobs in Wigston we quote ballast and gravel as a delivered price to your postcode, with the vehicle and offload method agreed up front.

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

Ballast & Gravel to Wigston: the basics

Postcode districts
LE18, LE2, LE8
Delivery
Standard mainland delivery
How it arrives
Bulk bags, usually crane-lifted
Daylight
About 7h 38m on the shortest day
Delivering to
Wigston, Leicestershire
Nearby (straight line)
Oadby (2 mi), Leicester (4 mi), Market Harborough (10 mi)

Ballast & Gravel available for Wigston delivery

  • All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.
  • ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
  • Decorative gravel and chippingsColours and sizes for paths and gardens.
  • Pea gravelRounded small gravel for pipe bedding and soakaways.
  • 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.

Working out quantities for your Wigston job

A base 2.4 × 1.8 m and 150 mm deep is 0.65 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 1.48 tonnes of all-in ballast and 11 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

How delivery works in Wigston

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

  • On busy streets in Wigston, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
  • Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
  • Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.

Ballast & Gravel: choosing well

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.

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.

Do you deliver ballast and gravel to Wigston?

Yes. We deliver across Wigston, including LE18, LE2, LE8. Wigston is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

What is all-in ballast?

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

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Wigston?

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.

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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