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Groundwork & Concrete Hire in Norfolk & Suffolk

Plant and tools for every groundwork and concrete job, from mini diggers and dumpers to mixers and powerfloats. We deliver within 20 miles of Attleborough and Wymondham or offer free collection.

Breckland Plant Hire is a family-run hire company supplying groundwork and concrete equipment to tradespeople, builders and self-builders across Norfolk and Suffolk. We offer flexible hire periods, exclusive trade discounts and CPA-backed standards for peace of mind. Call or book online for fast delivery or free collection.

Showing 16 pieces of equipment in Groundwork & Concrete

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  • ALTRAD Belle Minimix 150 Electric Cement Mixer 240v

    Compact 150‑litre electric cement mixer with a reliable 240V motor — perfect for small concrete pours, mortar and screeds. Available to hire now from Breckland with delivery within 20 miles of Attleborough and Wymondham or free collection.

    Price range: £25.00 through £70.00
  • Altrad Belle RTX60R Rammer (13.6kN) – 4-Stroke

    Powerful 13.6kN rammer with a reliable 4-stroke engine — ideal for trenches, manholes and confined compaction. Available now from Breckland Plant Hire with delivery within 20 miles of Attleborough and Wymondham or free collection.

    Price range: £35.00 through £75.00
  • Belle Petrol Poker

    Petrol-driven internal concrete vibrator for fast consolidation on remote sites. Ideal for slabs, footings and repair pours — available now from Breckland for delivery within 20 miles or free collection.

    Price range: £40.00 through £110.00
  • Concrete Saw

    Petrol-driven handheld cutter for concrete, asphalt, brick and stone — accepts 350mm (14") diamond blades for fast, accurate cuts. Ideal for paving, slab and drainage work; available to hire now from Breckland Plant Hire with delivery or free collection.

    Price range: £25.00 through £100.00
  • Electric Cement Mixer 110v

    Compact 150‑litre electric cement mixer — ideal for small concrete pours, mortar and screeds. Available to hire now from Breckland with free collection from Attleborough/Wymondham or delivery within 20 miles.

    Price range: £25.00 through £70.00
  • Floor Tile Stripper

    Heavy-duty electric floor tile stripper for rapid removal of vinyl, lino and ceramic tiles. Ideal for trades and renovation work — available now from our Attleborough depot with delivery across Norfolk and Suffolk.

    Price range: £60.00 through £150.00
  • Hyundai 60kg, 37cm, 196cc Petrol Plate Compactor

    A robust 60kg petrol plate compactor with a 196cc 4-stroke engine and a 530 x 370mm base plate — ideal for compacting sub-bases, driveways, patios and trenches. Available for hire now from our Attleborough depot with delivery within 20 miles or free collection.

    Price range: £25.00 through £70.00
  • Large Wacker Plate

    Reliable Honda‑powered plate compactor with a 450mm base — ideal for compacting soil, hardcore and small asphalt repairs. Available to hire now from Breckland Plant Hire with delivery across Norfolk and Suffolk or free collection from Attleborough.

    Price range: £35.00 through £75.00
  • MBW Big Blue Concrete Glider Screed Kit c/w Knucklehead

    Robust aluminium MBW Big Blue glider with Knucklehead connection for fast, accurate screeding of slabs and screeds. Ideal for groundworkers and landscapers — available for immediate hire from our Attleborough depot with delivery across Norfolk & Suffolk.

    Price range: £35.00 through £100.00
  • Norton Clipper CS451 14-18” Floor Saw – 13Hp Petrol

    Class-leading Norton Clipper CS451 floor saw — accepts 14–18” diamond blades and powered by a reliable 13hp petrol engine. Ideal for cutting concrete and asphalt on driveways, pavements and road repairs; available for immediate hire from Breckland’s Attleborough depot with delivery within 20 miles or free collection.

    Price range: £50.00 through £225.00
  • Probst STS-43-H Large Stone Splitter

    Heavy‑duty hydraulic splitter with around 43‑tonne splitting force — ideal for breaking kerbs, large blocks and natural stone on landscaping and groundwork jobs. Available now from Breckland Plant Hire with delivery within 20 miles of Attleborough and Wymondham or free depot collection.

    Price range: £25.00 through £55.00
  • Rubi DCX-250 XPERT 1250 Wet

    Professional wet tile saw with a 2HP direct-drive motor and 1250mm cutting capacity — ideal for large-format porcelain, ceramic and natural stone. Precision sliding table and wet cutting for clean edges; available now from Breckland with delivery within 20 miles or free collection.

    Price range: £40.00 through £170.00
  • Rubi TC-125 G2 Electric Circular Saw Kit with Guide Rails

    Precision wet tile saw with 1,250W motor and guide rails — ideal for accurate cuts in porcelain, ceramic and natural stone. Available now from our Attleborough depot for delivery across Norfolk and Suffolk, or free collection.

    Price range: £45.00 through £100.00
  • Spectra Precision LL100N Rotating Laser Level Kit

    Robust, self-levelling rotary laser with a 350m range and ±3mm accuracy at 30m — ideal for foundations, footings and landscaping. Available now from Breckland Plant Hire with delivery within 20 miles of Attleborough and Wymondham or free collection.

    Price range: £30.00 through £100.00
  • Topcon RL-H5A Rotary Laser Level Kit with LS-100D (mm/inch) Detector. Long Range Laser Grading Kit.

    Professional-grade Topcon RL-H5A rotary laser with LS-100D detector — 800m range and ±10 arc second accuracy. Ideal for grading, site levelling and excavation; available for hire now from our Attleborough depot with delivery within 20 miles or free collection.

    Price range: £35.00 through £110.00

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  • Delivery within 20 miles of Wymondham — often same day
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Common Questions

Groundwork & Concrete — FAQs

For most domestic footings a 1.5 to 3.5 tonne mini digger will be suitable, offering enough dig depth and reach for typical trenches while still accessing narrow sites. If your foundations are deeper or wider, consider a larger model—ask our team for advice when booking.
Yes. We can supply trained operators for many machines where required. If you need an operator, tell us at booking so we can confirm availability and any additional costs.
Absolutely. Towable and wheeled concrete mixers in our fleet are ideal for small to medium domestic pours, giving control over batch sizes and consistency for driveways, garage bases and slabs.
We deliver within 20 miles of Attleborough and Wymondham. Delivery slots are arranged at booking and include offloading on site where access allows. Free collection is available if you prefer to pick up.
Perform pre-start checks for visible damage, fluid leaks, working controls and service tags. Ensure PPE is worn, keep clear of moving parts and confirm there are no buried services before digging. If unsure, request an operator or site briefing.
Yes. We offer exclusive discounts on all trade accounts. Visit our trade accounts page or contact our team to set up an account and discuss rates for ongoing hire.

Still have questions? Call us on 01953 605385 — we’re happy to help.

Groundwork & Concrete Hire — Guide & Advice

What this equipment category covers

The Groundwork & Concrete category includes plant and tools used to prepare ground, dig foundations, mix, place and finish concrete, and move materials around site. Typical items are mini excavators, tracked or site dumpers, concrete mixers, powerfloats, vibrating plates, breakers and screeds. These machines help you complete sub-base work, trenching, footings, slab pours and hard landscaping efficiently.

Common items you can hire

  • Mini diggers for trenches, foundations and narrow access sites
  • Site dumpers for moving spoil and aggregates
  • Concrete mixers and towable mixers for on-site batching
  • Powerfloats and trowels for finishing slabs
  • Vibratory plates and rammers for compaction
  • Breakers for removal of old concrete and hard surfaces

Typical jobs and trades this suits

This kit is essential for groundworkers, builders and landscapers working on projects such as domestic foundations, garage bases, driveway installations, drainage trenches, retaining walls and small commercial groundworks. Self-build homeowners tackling their own slab or footings will find hire an economical way to access pro-grade machines without the commitment of purchase. Contractors working on extensions or repair jobs also use this category to reduce labour and speed up completion.

Key things to look for when hiring

  • Right machine size — choose a mini digger with the correct dig depth and width for your trenches or foundations to avoid under- or over-specifying.
  • Condition and service history — well-maintained machines save downtime; ask about recent servicing and safety checks.
  • Attachments and extras — buckets, breakers, trenchers and pallet forks increase versatility; wire up requirements during booking.
  • Delivery and collection — confirm delivery windows, site access and whether we can offload where needed.
  • Fuel and running costs — check fuel type and whether machines are supplied full or empty.

Why hire rather than buy

For most trades and DIYers, hiring is more cost-effective than buying. Groundwork and concrete plant is specialist kit that requires storage, servicing and insurance. Hire lets you use the correct machine for each job without long-term investment, and you avoid depreciation, maintenance bills and transport headaches. Short-term hire also makes it easier to scale for specific projects or peak periods.

Safety and operator tips

Safety is essential when operating groundwork and concrete plant. Always use machines within their rated capacity, wear appropriate PPE and keep bystanders clear of operating zones. For many items, we recommend a trained operator — if you need one, ask about our operator hire options. Key tips:

  • Pre-start checks — inspect for leaks, tyre/track condition and working controls.
  • Ground conditions — avoid unstable edges, soft ground and underground services; use a banksman where visibility is limited.
  • Manual handling — concrete work involves heavy lifting; use mechanical aids or get assistance.
  • Finishing — use powerfloats and screeds correctly to avoid overworking the slab; allow correct curing times.

Why choose Breckland Plant Hire

Breckland Plant Hire is a family-run business based in Attleborough with decades of local experience. We are CPA members, which means our hire standards and practices meet industry-regulated benchmarks. We offer exclusive discounts for trade accounts — register on our trade accounts page to save on regular hire. For a full view of available items see our products listing. We deliver within 20 miles of Attleborough and Wymondham with competitive rates, or you can collect for free if you prefer.

When you hire from Breckland Plant Hire you get dependable machines, clear paperwork and friendly local support. To discuss what kit best suits your job or to book delivery, contact our team via Contact or view our hire terms.

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Delivered within 20 miles of Wymondham — or collect free from our depot. CPA members. Trade accounts welcome.

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