Comprehensive groundworks for bus shelters
At GW Shelter Solutions, we provide a complete groundworks service to ensure the seamless installation of bus shelters at any bus stop. Whether you require a compact shelter or a larger, extended structure, we manage all aspects of the groundwork to ensure a safe, durable, and high-quality installation.
Our services help our customers provide safe bus infrastructure, creating well-designed, well-lit, and weather-resistant shelters that integrate seamlessly into the surrounding area for the benefit of residents, bus drivers, passengers, and other road users.
Our experienced teams handle every stage of ground preparation and shelter installation, ensuring that all work is carried out efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. Whether there is an existing bus stop in place, or the site requires a brand-new installation for new bus services, our team is fully qualified under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA 1991).
We undertake a full range of bus shelter groundworks in compliance with NRSWA 1991, including:
- Excavation in the road or highway
- Reinstatement using hot and cold lay bituminous materials
- Reinstatement of modular surfaces and concrete footways
- Excavation, backfilling, and reinstatement of construction layers
- Reinstatement of concrete slabs
Pre-installation surveys and safety checks
Before starting any work, we conduct a detailed assessment of the bus stop location, using advanced cable avoidance tools to detect underground services. If any services are found, we carefully excavate by hand to expose and safeguard them before proceeding with the bus shelter installation. Our thorough planning helps ensure minimal disruption to road users and maintains traffic management efficiency.
Shelter foundation work
For every new bus shelter, we follow a meticulous installation process:
- Cutting through the existing ground
- Excavating the ground according to the foundation specifications
- Concreting or fixing the bus shelter legs securely into designated position
- Restoring the surface to match the existing pavement, ensuring a seamless finish for easy access to the bus stop
Additional groundworks services
Beyond the installation of bus shelters, our expert team provides a full range of groundworks to enhance and maintain the surrounding area, ensuring safety, accessibility, and aesthetic appeal:
- Adding or removing bins and bollards to optimise public space use
- Installing or adjusting dropped kerbs for improved easy access
- Constructing fully paved hardstands for bus stop passengers
- Creating bus stop build-outs where existing land slopes or falls away
- Repairing and making good, damaged areas due to wear and tear, road traffic accidents, or shelter removals.
Expertise in large-scale shelter installations
For extended-length bus shelters, walkways, or larger projects, we work closely with main contractors and other stakeholders to coordinate groundworks efficiently. Our experience in handling complex bus infrastructure installations ensures minimal disruption while delivering the highest quality results.
A trusted partner for parish councils
With over 40 years of experience installing bus shelters across the UK, we understand the importance of durable, well-lit, and visually appealing shelters. We ensure that every final shelter is installed with precision, offering a durable and long-lasting bus shelter that withstands harsh weather conditions while seamlessly integrating into the local environment. Additionally, we can incorporate council logos and branding into the design for a professional and cohesive appearance.
Let us handle your bus shelter groundworks
From excavation to final installation, GW Shelter Solutions, we provide a full-service solution for bus shelter groundworks. Contact us today to discuss your project requirements and let us take care of everything from start to finish.
Here’s what our customers think…
“We have worked with GW Shelter Solutions several times. On each occasion we have been very happy with the service received. They are able to advise on the type and size of shelter appropriate to the location, provide timely quotes and mobilise quickly once an order is placed. Installation is carried out to a high standard and both ourselves and third party customers have been satisfied with the shelters provided. We would not hesitate to recommend GW Shelter Solutions”.
Richard McKenzie, Northumberland County Council“Ashington Town Council has used the services of GW Shelter Solutions Ltd to install a number of bus shelters in Ashington. In providing the service to the Town Council we have appreciated the prompt and quality service provided by the organisation. The attention to detail, quality of the shelters and finishing off work has been well received by residents and councillors alike.”
Stephen Humphrey, Ashington Town Council“We have worked with GW Shelter solutions for many years they have always provided a good quality product which has withstood the test of time. The choice of specification provides shelters to suit any location and environment. Glen is easy to deal with from design to installation, offering advice and assistance with any issues that may arise, keeping us updated on projects, meeting agreed timescales and flexible to changes when requested.”
Mary Welch, North Yorkshire Council“Our Council took a long time to find a supplier that could provide a good quality shelter, and we are delighted to work with GW Shelters. Since 2021 they have installed seven bus shelters and supplied us with spare panels to fit our existing shelters. Although we are based in Northumberland physical distance has been no problem for site visits. Our experience has been that GW Shelters provides the right product, a seamless installation and a good after sales service.”
Angela Brindley, Choppington Parish Council“Once again, GW Shelter Solutions design, supply and install another Bus Shelter for Fenland District Council within agreed timescales and budget. Our go to company, especially when requiring glazing and maintenance parts for our older assets which still remain structurally sound and in use today; many of which have had a good coat of paint, a re-glazing to accordingly to local environment resulting in GW Shelter Solutions providing a new looking shelter with a significant reduction in cost when compared to a new installation. I cannot recommend them enough.”
Kevin Gove, Fenland District CouncilSonning Common Parish Council recently commissioned a new bus shelter from GW Shelter Solutions Ltd after carrying out extensive research into a range of providers. We are extremely pleased with our decision. The entire process was seamless from beginning to end. Glen took the time to fully understand our requirements and offered clear, thoughtful guidance on the design options, ensuring the final shelter met both our practical needs and complemented the surrounding area. Ian and the installation team were outstanding throughout. They were polite, professional, and kept us well informed at every stage of the project. Despite encountering some unexpected challenges with the groundwork, they handled everything efficiently and with great expertise. We are delighted with the finished result and would have no hesitation in recommending GW Shelter Solutions Ltd to anyone seeking a reliable and professional bus shelter provider.
Sonning Common Parish Council, Your Content Goes Here“Medway Council has used GW Shelters to maintain and repair our stock of bus shelters. Professional, courteous and always quick to respond. The quality of the materials and workmanship is first class, and competitively priced.”
Rob Carman, Medway Council“Glen has always been incredibly helpful and will travel to Swansea for site surveys, to ensure the most appropriate product is ordered and installed. The ordering process is quick and easy and shelters are always installed within set timescales – sometimes even before! I wish to extend our thanks to Glen and all the team at GW Shelters and hope our working relationship continues for many years to come!”
Charlotte Collins, Swansea Council