Specialist Materials

Specialist Materials - Designer & Engineer Specified

These materials are often specifically specified products by designers or engineers. Whilst they are not all unique, specialist materials require more planning and calculating to make sure you have the right amount of material delivered to your site.

Specialist Material Categories

Ecco Products Grid Systems

Ground Reinforcement • Grass Protection • Parking Areas • Access Roads

Gabion Stone

Retaining Walls • Landscaping Features • Erosion Control • Architectural

Play Surfaces & Equestrian Products

Safety Surfaces • Riding Arenas • Playground Materials • Horse Ménage

Self Binding Gravel

Pathways • Driveways • Natural Binding • Low Maintenance

Special Decorative Gravel

Premium Gravels • England & Wales Sources • Unique Colors • Designer Choice

What We Supply

Designer Specified

Willis & Ainsworth can supply most gravel from all across England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland for your designer or architect specified projects.

Planning & Calculation

Expert advice on material quantities, coverage rates and installation requirements to ensure your project success.

Specialist Material Benefits

Professional Specification

Materials meeting exact designer and engineer requirements

Expert Calculation

Accurate quantity planning to avoid waste or shortages

Wide Sourcing Network

Access to materials from across England and Wales

Technical Support

Guidance on installation and application methods

Applications

Architectural Projects
Civil Engineering
Equestrian Facilities
School Playgrounds
Public Spaces
Premium Landscaping
Sustainable Drainage
Heritage Projects

Customer Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9/5 from 287 reviews

"Expert calculation service" • "Sourced exact specifications" • "Professional planning" • "Saved time and money"

Get Expert Advice on Specialist Materials

Contact our specialists for planning and calculation assistance:

Call: 01635 865679
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  • Pine Play Bark BS EN 1177 or Willis and Aisnworth

    Pine Play Bark BS EN 1177 (loose tipped)

    Our Pine Play Bark is: FSC Certified Source, BS EN 4790: 1987 Fire Tested & BS EN 1177 Play Certificated. Due to its light bulky nature it absorbs impact and can help keep your children safe from trips and falls. We supply play bark by the...
  • Pink Limestone Willis & Ainsworth Ltd

    Pink Limestone (loose tipped)

      Pink Limestone is one of the less common decorative gravels but arguably one of the most attractive available in the UK. It is a mixture of shades of pale pink and grey limestone gravel, it is hard wearing and long lasting. It is also known as...
  • Play Pit Sand (BSEN 1177-2008)

    Play Sand BSEN 1177 (loose tipped)

    What is BSEN 1177 Play Sand? Play sand conforming to BSEN 1177-2008 is double-washed silica sand meeting strict safety standards. Specifically tested for impact absorption from falls and double washed to prevent clothing stains. Loose tipped delivery...
  • Redpave Path Dressing Willis & Ainsworth Ltd

    Redpave Path Dressing (loose tipped)

    What is Redpave Path Dressing? Redpave is distinctive pinky/red dolomitic limestone path dressing screened at 3mm down. Popular with golf courses, stately homes, and parks for formal pathway surfaces. Natural colour dulls over time creating aged...
  • Silica Sand Silica Sand Willis & Ainsworth Ltd

    Silica Sand (loose tipped)

    Silica Sand - Premium Equestrian Surface Material What is Equestrian Silica Sand? We supply premium quality silica sand specifically selected for equestrian applications. Our carefully graded sub-angular silica sand provides the perfect balance of...
  • Woodchip Woodchip

    Woodchip (Loose Tipped)

    What is Woodchip? Woodchip consists of chipped tree material providing economical mulch and ground cover. This natural product suppresses weeds while improving soil conditions. Loose tipped delivery offers bulk supply for large landscaping projects...
    Delivered from £101.65. (Inc. Tax)
    Delivered from £84.71 (Ex. Tax)
    Bulk Pricing:

    Buy more Tonnes / M³ in one delivery for the following bulk rates

    • Have a delivery between 2 - 2 and pay £80.55 per (tonne / M³) (inc. VAT)
    • Have a delivery between 3 - 3 and pay £69.10 per (tonne / M³) (inc. VAT)
    • Have a delivery between 4 - 5 and pay £58.55 per (tonne / M³) (inc. VAT)
    • Have a delivery between 6 - 8 and pay £44.70 per (tonne / M³) (inc. VAT)
    • Have a delivery between 9 and pay £39.20 per (tonne / M³) (inc. VAT)