Concrete Ballast Block Hire
Flexible, nationwide hire direct from the manufacturer
Reliable counterweights for temporary works and events
Our concrete ballast and kentledge blocks offer a non-invasive way to secure temporary structures of all sizes. Whether you’re stabilising scaffolding, holding down hoarding and fencing, or anchoring marquees and event infrastructure, hiring ballast blocks provides stability without permanent groundworks.
With block sizes ranging from 500kg to 2,400kg and flexible hire terms starting from just 4 weeks, you can get the ballast you need for your project without committing to outright purchase.
Hire direct from the manufacturer and benefit from our technical knowledge, fast delivery, and nationwide placement service.
Ballast blocks available for hire
Here’s an overview of the standard products available on hire.
Best for: Small events, light structures
Compact and easy to handle, perfect for securing marquees, gazebos and other light temporary structures. The fork recess allows pallet truck manoeuvring.
Dimensions: 805 × 445 × 655mm
Weight: 500kg
Best for: Scaffolding, modular ballast
Linkable via cast-in holes, making them ideal for scaffolding ballast or when you need to combine blocks on restricted sites.
Dimensions: 1,200 × 545 × 600mm
Weight: 850kg
Best for: Larger marquees, cabins
A heavier block for larger marquees and exposed sites, with a fork recess for easy handling.
Dimensions: 805 × 900 × 655mm
Weight: 1,000kg
Best for: Small events, light structures
Square profile designed for maximum ground contact, with threaded sockets for securing posts – ideal for hoarding and facade retention.
Dimensions: 750 × 750 × 750mm
Weight: 1,000kg
Best for: Scaffolding, modular ballast
Linkable via cast-in holes, making them ideal for scaffolding ballast or when you need to combine blocks on restricted sites.
Dimensions: 1,000 × 1,000 × 1,000mm
Weight: 2,400kg
Why hire from us?
- Hire direct from the manufacturer – not a reseller or merchant.
- Expert advice – our team helps you choose the right block for your project.
- Flexible terms – short-term and long-term hire options to match your needs.
- Nationwide delivery – with HIAB offload and placement available.
- Cost-effective – pay only for the duration you need, not for permanent stock.
- Fast turnaround – quotes within 24 hours, blocks delivered when you need them.
Applications for ballast block hire
Site security & access control – Ballast blocks offer an easy, non-intrusive method to secure hoarding and temporary fencing, shielding sensitive areas.
Event infrastructure – From marquees and stages to cabins and gantries, ballast hire ensures event structures remain stable and compliant, even in windy conditions.
Scaffolding ballast – Our 850kg and 1T blocks feature pole holes and threaded sockets, making them ideal for use as scaffold ballast.
Facade retention & temporary works – For construction sites and demolition works, heavier blocks (2,400kg) provide dependable ballast to stabilise and secure temporary structures.
Events & Festivals
Scaffolding Ballast & Kentledge
Site Setup & Security
Hire vs buy — which is right for you?
Hiring is the ideal choice when:
- You only need ballast for a temporary project.
- You want to avoid storage costs when blocks aren’t in use.
- You prefer an all-in service with delivery, collection and placement included.
Buying is the ideal choice when:
- You use ballast blocks regularly across multiple projects.
- You want permanent stock as part of your plant/equipment.
- You need bespoke block designs or custom lifting/fixing options.
Handling & delivery
- Cast-in lifting points or fork recesses for straightforward offloading.
- Supplied direct from Nottingham with UK-wide delivery.
- HIAB offload and placement service available on request.
- Collection and return arranged at your convenience.
Hire terms
Minimum hire period: 4 weeks.
Short-term hire: ideal for events and temporary works.
Long-term hire: cost-effective for seasonal or repeat use.
Bespoke/customised blocks: not available for hire (purchase only).
Questions We Get All The Time
Hire rates typically start from £5.50 per week, depending on block size and hire period. We’ll provide a tailored quote within 24 hours.
The minimum hire period is 4 weeks, with both short-term and long-term options available.
Yes, we offer UK-wide delivery. Our HIAB vehicles can offload and place blocks exactly where you need them.
No, we offer hire on our 500kg, 850kg, 1,000kg (marquee and square), and 2,400kg blocks. The 5,760kg blocks are available for purchase only.
Hiring is cost-effective for temporary projects, while buying makes sense if you use ballast regularly or want custom blocks.
Yes, when manufactured with our marine concrete mix, hired blocks can serve as sinker blocks or mooring weights, but we’re unable to offer block hire for this application.
No, they can be placed directly onto an existing slab, yard or hardstanding without permanent fixings.