The UK’s most comprehensive free directory of ready-mix concrete producers, volumetric suppliers, concrete pump operators, precast manufacturers, and cement distributors — updated for 2026.
The National Big Five — Ready Mix Producers
Part of HeidelbergMaterials (formerly HeidelbergCement), Hanson is one of the UK’s two largest ready mix concrete producers. Operates 200+ plants across England, Scotland, and Wales supplying C10 to C50 concrete to residential, commercial, and civil engineering projects.
Tarmac, part of CRH — the world’s largest building materials group — operates an extensive network of ready mix plants, quarries, and asphalt facilities across the UK. Particularly strong in the Midlands, North of England, and Scotland. Supplies residential, commercial, and major infrastructure projects.
CEMEX is a global building materials leader with the densest ready mix plant network in London and the South East. Operates Ready Mix plants, cement terminals, and aggregate quarries across the UK. Especially strong for London, Surrey, Kent, and Essex projects where plant density ensures fast delivery.
Part of Holcim (LafargeHolcim), a top-five global building materials company. Aggregate Industries operates quarries, ready mix plants, and asphalt sites across England, Scotland, and Wales. Particularly strong in South Wales (including Swansea), the South West, and Scotland.
Breedon Group is the UK’s largest independent construction materials group, with particular strength in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the East Midlands. Formed through the acquisition of Hope Construction Materials, Humberside Aggregates, and many others. Best Scottish coverage of the national producers after Hanson.
UK Cement Manufacturers & Distributors
Hanson Cement operates three UK cement works — Ribblesdale (Lancashire), Ketton (Rutland), and Padeswood (North Wales) — producing OPC, SRPC, white cement, and blended cement products distributed nationally. Ribblesdale and Ketton are two of the UK’s largest cement plants.
CEMEX operates cement works at Rugby (Warwickshire) and South Ferriby (Lincolnshire), producing Portland cement, masonry cement, and specialist blended cements. Rugby cement works is one of the largest in Europe. CEMEX also imports cement through UK coastal terminals.
Tarmac / CRH’s Buxton Lime & Cement operation is based in Derbyshire and supplies hydraulic lime, natural hydraulic lime, Portland cement, and specialist binders nationally. Key supplier for conservation, heritage projects, and specialist concrete applications requiring non-standard binders.
Civil & Marine, part of Hanson / HeidelbergMaterials, is the UK’s leading GGBS producer. Operations at Scunthorpe, Port Talbot (South Wales), and Purfleet (Thames). GGBS is a low-carbon cement replacement that dramatically improves chloride and sulphate resistance — essential for coastal, marine, and contaminated ground concrete mixes.
PFA (pulverised fuel ash / fly ash) is a by-product of coal-fired power generation used as a partial cement replacement in concrete mixes. Power Minerals and Omya UK are the principal UK PFA distributors, supplying ready mix plants and precast manufacturers nationwide. PFA improves workability and long-term durability.
Volumetric Concrete Suppliers — UK-Wide
Rapid Readymix specialises in volumetric concrete — mixed fresh on site from a self-contained mixer truck. No minimum order, no short-load charges, and no wasted concrete. Ideal for small domestic pours, repair work, and awkward access sites where a traditional drum mixer truck cannot access.
Concrete2You is a UK-wide online concrete ordering platform connecting customers with local volumetric operators. Order concrete online with quick quotes, choose your grade and volume, and receive delivery within 24–48 hours. No trade account needed — suitable for DIY and trade alike.
Mix It Concrete operates a national network of volumetric mixer operators. Concrete is mixed fresh on-site so you only pay for exactly what you use — no over-ordering, no short-load fees. Particularly popular for domestic extensions, garden pours, and footings where volumes are hard to work out precisely.
EasyMix Concrete specialises in very small concrete pours from 0.2m³ upward — ideal for post holes, repair patches, garden bases, and infill work where neither bagged nor standard drum-mixer concrete is practical or economical. Operates across England with growing national coverage.
Total Concrete offers online concrete ordering with quick pricing and same-day or next-day delivery across most of England. Uses volumetric mixer trucks for precise on-site mixing. Competitive pricing with no hidden short-load fees. Popular with small and medium contractors needing reliable, flexible concrete supply.
Concrete Pump Operators — UK-Wide
Alliance Concrete Pumps is one of the UK’s largest concrete pumping contractors, operating boom pumps, line pumps, and specialist placing booms across England and Wales. Provides pump hire with or without operator. Essential for pours over foundations, into suspended slabs, or to floors above ground level.
Camfaud is one of the UK’s most established concrete pumping contractors, with a particularly strong presence in London and the South East. Operates one of the largest fleets of boom pumps and line pumps in the region. Extensive experience in complex London basement, civils, and high-rise pours.
Concrete Pump Hire UK provides smaller trailer-mounted and line pump hire — ideal for domestic and small commercial projects where a large boom pump is not required or practical. Trailer pumps can access tight sites and pump concrete through flexible hoses over longer distances at ground level.
The British Concrete Pumping Association (BCPA) is the UK trade body for concrete pump operators. Its member directory is the most reliable way to find accredited, insured, and trained pump operators in your area. BCPA members must meet stringent safety and training standards including CPCS operator cards.
Precast Concrete Manufacturers — UK
Tarmac’s Precast division manufactures a comprehensive range of precast concrete products including suspended floor beams, lintels, padstones, retaining wall units, and drainage products. Distributed nationally through builders merchants and direct to housebuilders and groundwork contractors.
Hanson manufactures a wide range of precast concrete products at multiple UK facilities including paving flags, kerbs, drainage channels, manhole covers, and structural units. Products are supplied nationally through builders merchants, civils distributors, and direct to local authorities and highways contractors.
FP McCann is one of the UK and Ireland’s largest precast concrete manufacturers, operating multiple plants including Midlands and Northern Ireland facilities. Specialises in structural precast — hollowcore flooring, precast staircases, retaining wall systems, culverts, and specialist civil engineering elements.
Creagh Concrete is a major precast manufacturer based in Northern Ireland supplying Scotland, Northern England, and UK-wide. Products include structural hollowcore slabs, architectural precast cladding, precast staircases, and specialist civil engineering elements. Particularly well-established for Scottish and Northern Irish housing developments.
The British Precast Concrete Federation (BPCF) is the UK trade association for precast concrete manufacturers. Its member directory is the most comprehensive source for finding accredited precast suppliers for any product type — from hollowcore and staircases to drainage and specialist civils.
Scotland — Ready Mix & Specialist Suppliers
Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire is primarily served by Hanson, Breedon, and a number of local independent ready mix operators. The granite-rich geology of Grampian means locally quarried aggregates give Aberdeen concrete excellent durability. Freeze-thaw resistance is critical in this region — specify air-entrained mixes for all external work.
Glasgow and the Central Belt have the densest ready mix plant coverage in Scotland, served by Hanson, Aggregate Industries, Breedon, and several independent Scottish operators. City centre and tenement street deliveries can be challenging — always confirm truck access with your supplier before booking.
Edinburgh and the Lothians are served by Hanson, Tarmac, Aggregate Industries, and local independent operators. Edinburgh’s tight Georgian New Town and Victorian streets require concrete pump consideration for many pours. Fife projects can also draw on Tayside plant availability — always get three quotes.
The Highlands and Islands present the most challenging concrete logistics in the UK. Breedon and local independent plants serve Inverness and surrounding areas. Remote Highland and island sites often require volumetric trucks (which carry dry materials and mix on arrival) or bagged concrete imported by ferry. Always allow extra lead time and expect premium pricing.
Wales — Ready Mix & Concrete Suppliers
South Wales is served by Hanson and Aggregate Industries with multiple ready mix plants across the region. Swansea Bay’s coastal environment demands minimum C30 mix with low w/c ratio for bay-facing projects — salt-laden south-westerly winds accelerate chloride penetration even several kilometres inland. Use our Swansea Concrete Guide for exact volumes before calling.
North Wales is served by Hanson and local independent ready mix operators. Remote Gwynedd and Anglesey sites can attract significant delivery surcharges. The Slate Belt of Gwynedd and Snowdonia also supply natural stone for traditional Welsh vernacular construction. Always specify Building Regulations Wales compliance for structural pours.
The Civil & Marine GGBS plant at Port Talbot, South Wales is one of only three UK GGBS production facilities. Supplies GGBS to ready mix plants across South Wales and the South West, dramatically improving chloride and sulphate resistance. Essential specification for all Swansea Bay, South Wales coast, and Lower Swansea Valley contaminated ground projects.
London & South East — Concrete Suppliers
Greater London has the highest density of ready mix plants in the UK, with CEMEX holding the dominant position followed by Hanson and Tarmac. London prices are 20–35% above the national average reflecting land costs, congestion charges, ULEZ compliance requirements on mixer trucks, and high demand. Always book 48–72 hours ahead — central London pours often require a concrete pump due to access restrictions.
The Home Counties are served by CEMEX, Tarmac, Hanson, and Aggregate Industries — all operating multiple plants across Surrey, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Berkshire. Prices sit between London premium and national average. London clay geology across much of the Home Counties demands careful foundation specification — shrink/swell risk on all residential projects.
The South West is served by Aggregate Industries (particularly strong here), Hanson, Tarmac, and local independents. Coastal exposure along the Devon and Dorset coast demands C30 minimum mixes with chloride-resistant specifications. Rural Somerset and Devon sites may attract delivery surcharges — always confirm access for mixer trucks on narrow country lanes.
London has a thriving specialist decorative concrete sector supplying polished concrete floors, exposed aggregate finishes, GFRC (glass fibre reinforced concrete) cladding panels, and architectural precast elements. Key suppliers include Bespoke Concrete, London Concrete, and various specialist finishing contractors. Decorative mixes require specialist pumping and placing — always engage a specialist contractor.
North England — Ready Mix & Concrete Suppliers
Yorkshire and Lancashire have excellent ready mix coverage from Tarmac, Hanson, and Breedon. The Pennine gritstone belt provides excellent local aggregates for high-quality concrete. Made ground from former textile and coal industry legacy is widespread in Bradford, Burnley, and parts of South Yorkshire — always commission ground investigations for new-build foundations in these areas.
The North East is served by Tarmac, Hanson, and Breedon with plants across Tyne and Wear, County Durham, and Teesside. The legacy of shipbuilding and steel industry means contaminated land is common — particularly in riverside Sunderland, Gateshead, and Middlesbrough. Coastal projects on the Durham and Northumberland coast require chloride-resistant mix specification.
Cumbria has more limited ready mix coverage than the rest of northern England. Hanson and Tarmac serve Carlisle, Kendal, and Barrow-in-Furness. Remote Lake District sites require careful planning — volumetric trucks are often more practical for rural fell-side properties. Coastal Cumbrian sites (Barrow, Workington, Whitehaven) require marine-grade concrete specification due to tidal and salt water exposure.
Midlands — Ready Mix & Concrete Suppliers
The West Midlands has excellent ready mix coverage with Tarmac, Hanson, and CEMEX all operating multiple plants. Birmingham and the Black Country have significant made ground and coal measure legacy — sulphate-bearing ground is common in former industrial areas. Tarmac is the market leader in the West Midlands ready mix sector.
The East Midlands is particularly well-served by Breedon Group (headquartered in Leicestershire), Tarmac, and Hanson. Breedon’s Hope Cement Works in Derbyshire supplies cement for much of the Midlands and North. Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire coal measures create sulphate-bearing ground risk on former mining sites.
Fibre-reinforced concrete (FRC) adds steel, polypropylene, or macro-synthetic fibres directly to the ready mix to improve crack resistance, impact strength, and reduce slab thickness. All five national ready mix producers can supply FRC mixes to BS EN 14889. Particularly common for industrial floor slabs, warehouse floors, and ground-bearing slabs across Midlands logistics parks.
UK Ready Mix Concrete Price Guide 2026
Ready mix concrete prices vary significantly across the UK — London and the South East command the highest premiums while the North of England, Scotland, and Wales are broadly comparable. The following prices are indicative for C25 standard mix including delivery within 10 miles of a plant. Short load fees, pumping, remote delivery, and out-of-hours surcharges are additional.
- UK Region: London (Greater); C25 / m³: £88–£115; C30 / m³: £97–£128; C40 / m³: £115–£145; Short Load Fee: £160–£280; Market Level: Premium
- UK Region: South East / Home Counties; C25 / m³: £75–£95; C30 / m³: £83–£106; C40 / m³: £98–£122; Short Load Fee: £140–£240; Market Level: Above Average
- UK Region: South West England; C25 / m³: £68–£88; C30 / m³: £75–£98; C40 / m³: £88–£112; Short Load Fee: £120–£200; Market Level: Mid-Range
- UK Region: Midlands (East & West); C25 / m³: £62–£80; C30 / m³: £70–£90; C40 / m³: £83–£105; Short Load Fee: £120–£180; Market Level: Competitive
- UK Region: Yorkshire & North England; C25 / m³: £63–£82; C30 / m³: £71–£92; C40 / m³: £84–£108; Short Load Fee: £120–£180; Market Level: Competitive
- UK Region: Wales; C25 / m³: £66–£85; C30 / m³: £73–£95; C40 / m³: £86–£110; Short Load Fee: £120–£200; Market Level: Mid-Range
- UK Region: Scotland (Central Belt); C25 / m³: £65–£86; C30 / m³: £73–£96; C40 / m³: £86–£112; Short Load Fee: £130–£210; Market Level: Mid-Range
- UK Region: Scottish Highlands; C25 / m³: £80–£130+; C30 / m³: £90–£145+; C40 / m³: £105–£160+; Short Load Fee: £160–£300+; Market Level: Premium
2026 Pricing Disclaimer
All prices are indicative for February 2026 and subject to change. Prices vary by plant, season, access, mix grade, and order volume. Short load fees apply on orders under 3m³ for drum mixer trucks. Always obtain at least three written quotes before placing any concrete order. Use our free concrete guides to determine exact volumes before calling for quotes.
About This UK Concrete Suppliers Directory 2026
ThisNational Concrete Suppliers Directory 2026is a free, independently compiled guide for tradespeople, builders, engineers, and self-builders across the UK. It covers the five national ready mix producers, cement manufacturers, GGBS and PFA suppliers, volumetric concrete operators, concrete pump contractors, and regional market information for England, Scotland, and Wales.
The Mineral Products Association (MPA)
TheMineral Products Association (MPA)is the UK trade body for aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, lime, silica sand, and slag industries. The MPA Concrete division publishes technical guidance on mix design, sustainability, and BS 8500 specification. TheirConcrete Centreprovides free technical resources for specifiers and contractors.
Ready Mix vs Volumetric
Ready mix uses a drum pre-mixed at the plant — minimum 1m³, short load fees under 3m³. Volumetric mixes fresh on site — no minimum, no waste. For volumes over 3m³, ready mix wins on price; under 1m³, volumetric is almost always better value.
BS 8500 Specification
Always specify concrete by BS 8500 designated mix — e.g. RC25/30 for foundations, PAV1 for pavements. Never specify by mix ratio alone. Designated mixes ensure the supplier delivers the correct strength, durability, and workability for your exposure class.
Work out Before You Call
Use our free city-specific concrete guides to determine exact volumes before contacting any supplier. Suppliers take determined customers more seriously, quotes are more accurate, and you avoid expensive over- or under-ordering.
Specify Concrete Correctly — Use BS 8500
TheConcrete Centre’s free BS 8500 specifier guideexplains how to specify concrete correctly for every exposure class and application. For structural work, always engage a qualified structural engineer and confirm your concrete specification meets Building Regulations before ordering.
Concrete Suppliers Directory — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ordering ready mix concrete from UK suppliers in 2026.
- Ready mix (drum mixer):Concrete is batched and mixed at the plant, then delivered in a rotating drum truck. The mix begins hydrating immediately — you must place it within 90 minutes of batching. Minimum order typically 1m³; short load fees (£120–£280) apply for orders under 3m³
- Volumetric (on-site mixing):The truck carries dry aggregates, cement, and water in separate compartments and mixes fresh concrete on site. You pay only for what you use — no minimum, no waste, no short load fee. Ideal for volumes under 2m³ or awkward access sites
- Cost crossover:For volumes over 3m³, ready mix is almost always cheaper per m³. Under 1.5m³, volumetric is typically better value once short load fees are factored in
- Quality:Both produce concrete to BS EN 206 specification — volumetric is not inferior to plant-batched ready mix when operated correctly
- Hanson UKPart of HeidelbergMaterials; 200+ plants; strongest in Northern England, Wales, and Scotland
- Tarmac (CRH Group)300+ sites; market leader in the Midlands and a major force nationally
- CEMEX UKDensest plant network in London and the South East; 100+ ready mix plants
- Aggregate Industries UKPart of Holcim; 250+ sites; strongest in South Wales, South West, and Scotland
- Breedon GroupUK’s largest independent; 300+ sites; strongest in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and East Midlands
- Step 1 — Work out volume:Use our free concrete guide to work out your net volume, then add 10% waste — round up to the nearest 0.25m³
- Step 2 — Specify the mix:Use BS 8500 designation — e.g. RC25/30 for foundations, PAV1 for driveways, GEN3 for general purpose. Never order by ratio alone
- Step 3 — Get three quotes:Call at least three suppliers using our directory. Confirm price, short load policy, and delivery window
- Step 4 — Confirm access:Check your site has adequate truck access — minimum 3m clearance width, 4m height, stable ground to within 3m of pour location
- Step 5 — Book 48–72 hours ahead:Give plenty of notice, especially for Monday or post-Bank Holiday deliveries
- Step 6 — Confirm the order in writing:Always confirm mix grade, volume, delivery time, and price in writing — verbal orders lead to disputes
- Step 7 — Have a pump on standby:If access is tight, book a concrete pump in advance — easier to cancel than to arrange last minute
- What it is:A surcharge applied when your order is below the supplier’s minimum economic delivery volume — typically 3m³ for a standard drum mixer truck
- Typical cost:£120–£280 depending on region and supplier — this can double the cost per m³ on very small pours
- How to avoid it — Option 1:Use a volumetric concrete supplier instead — no minimum, no short load fee, pay only for what you use
- How to avoid it — Option 2:Combine multiple small pours into one delivery — pour footings, floor slab, and steps in one session
- How to avoid it — Option 3:Use bagged concrete for very small volumes (under 0.5m³) — more expensive per m³ but avoids delivery charge entirely
- London premium:Short load fees in London are typically 30–60% higher than national rates due to traffic, ULEZ, and congestion impacts on delivery economics
- Blinding / non-structural fill:GEN1 (C10) — lowest spec, lowest cost
- Domestic strip foundations (normal ground):GEN3 (C20) minimum — RC25/30 recommended
- Internal floor slabs:RC25/30 (C25) minimum
- External patio, path:PAV1 (C25) — air-entrained for freeze-thaw resistance
- Domestic driveway — cars:PAV1 (C25) minimum
- Driveway — HGVs / vans:PAV2 (C30) minimum
- Foundations on sulphate-bearing ground:RC35 with SRPC or GGBS addition — structural engineer to specify
- Coastal / marine exposure:RC35 minimum — low w/c ratio (max 0.45) — GGBS addition strongly recommended
- Structural beams / columns:Engineer specification required — typically RC35–RC50
- What it does:Replaces 30–70% of cement — dramatically reduces carbon footprint and improves resistance to chloride, sulphate, and alkali-silica reaction (ASR)
- Specify GGBS when:Building within 500m of any UK coastline; building on contaminated ground or sulphate-bearing soils; pouring large volume concrete (reduces heat of hydration); building marine or waterfront structures
- How to specify:Ask your ready mix supplier to include GGBS — available from all Big Five producers. Specify as CEM III/B or GGBS addition in your mix design
- UK GGBS plants:Civil & Marine produce GGBS at Scunthorpe (Yorkshire), Port Talbot (South Wales), and Purfleet (Thames Estuary)
- Setting time:GGBS mixes set slightly slower — allow extra curing time, especially in cold weather
- Standard:BS EN 15167-1 — ask supplier to confirm GGBS compliance
- BCPA Member Directory:bcpa.co.uk/find-a-memberBritish Concrete Pumping Association accredited operators only — the gold standard for safety and training
- Your ready mix supplier:Ask your concrete supplier to recommend a pump operator — most have preferred partners in your area
- Google:Search “concrete pump hire [your town]” — check BCPA membership and CPCS operator cards before booking
- Types of pump:Boom pump (self-propelled, 17–58m reach) for large pours; trailer/line pump (flexible hose, ground-level reach) for smaller domestic pours
- Cost:Boom pump ~£300–£600/day; trailer/line pump ~£180–£350/day — always get three quotes
- Book early:Quality pump operators book up fast in summer — reserve at least 5 working days ahead for residential work
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