UK · Updated 2026 · Buying guide
Surplus Reclaimed Granite Setts in Bristol: 2026 Prices, Sellers and Delivery
Bristol is the UK's self-build capital with constant PIR and timber surplus. That makes it one of the UK's best cities to source surplus and reclaimed granite setts. This guide covers 2026 Bristol pricing, where the South West supply concentrates, and how to collect or arrange delivery on the same or next working day.
2026 Bristol prices for surplus granite setts
Prices below reflect live SurplusBuilder listings inside BS3, BS5 and BS8 plus data from three regional yards, sampled Q1 2026.
| Grade | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Job-lot / bulk | £65 per m² | Merchant clearance, palletised |
| Standard graded | £98 per m² | Sorted, ready-to-fit stock |
| Heritage / premium | £130 per m² | Character grade, hand-picked |
What to look for in Bristol granite setts
- Cornish, Aberdeen and Scandinavian granite all common
- 100×100×100mm and 200×100×100mm sizes standard
- Wear-in period on original setts gives soft, worn face
Why buy surplus granite setts in South West
- Half the cost of new-quarried granite
- Character face impossible to reproduce
- Instant heritage look for driveways and pathways
Collection and delivery inside Bristol
Most Bristol sellers hold stock inside BS3, BS5 and BS8 and offer same-day van across BS postcodes £90–£140. For loads over a tonne of granite setts, a hiab drop is usually more economical than multiple van runs.
Frequently asked questions
+What's a fair 2026 price for surplus granite setts in Bristol?
Expect £65–£130 per m² depending on grade. City-centre premium runs 5–15% over regional averages.
+How much bedding depth for granite setts?
50mm sharp sand on a compacted MOT sub-base, with jointing sand brushed in.
+Can granite setts take vehicles?
Yes — full carriageway-rated at 200mm depth or 100mm on a bound base.
+How fast can I collect from a Bristol seller?
Most listings inside BS3, BS5 and BS8 allow same or next-working-day collection. Delivery: same-day van across BS postcodes £90–£140.