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Wheelbarrows For Sale

Single & twin-wheel options • Tub capacities from 85L to 150L+ • Galvanised steel & puncture-proof builds • Pneumatic or solid tyres • Reinforced steel frames for heavy loads • Suitable for building sites, landscaping & garden use

Heavy-Duty Wheelbarrows • Fast Delivery • Collection in West Sussex
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Whether you’re moving mortar around a site, shifting soil in the garden, or hauling logs and rubble, a good wheelbarrow saves your back and speeds up the job. We stock a range of trade and garden wheelbarrows built to handle heavy loads, rough ground and daily use. Order single units or trade quantities, with no minimum order restrictions and delivery across England and Wales.

Wheelbarrows for Trade Sites and Gardens

A wheelbarrow is one of those tools that gets used every single day on site or in the garden, so it’s worth getting one that can actually take the punishment. Our range covers heavy-duty trade wheelbarrows with galvanised steel tubs for mortar, concrete and rubble, through to lighter garden models for soil, plants and general grounds work.

All of our wheelbarrows are built with sturdy frames and reinforced tubs to cope with repeated heavy loads, and most are available with either a single wheel for tight manoeuvring or twin wheels for extra stability on uneven ground. If you’re kitting out a site team or just need one reliable barrow for weekend jobs, you’ll find something here that fits.

How to Choose the Right Wheelbarrow

With a few different types available, it helps to know what actually matters before you buy.

Tub capacity Trade barrows typically range from around 85 litres up to 150 litres or more. For mixing and moving mortar or concrete on a building site, go for a larger tub so you’re not making endless trips. For garden or DIY use, a smaller capacity is often easier to control and tip.

Single wheel vs twin wheel A single-wheel barrow is easier to steer through narrow gaps, doorways and along scaffold boards, and it’s the standard choice for most trade work. A twin-wheel barrow is more stable when loaded, which makes it a good option for uneven or soft ground, or for anyone who wants a bit more balance when tipping a heavy load.

Tyre type Pneumatic (air-filled) tyres give a smoother ride over rough or uneven surfaces, which is easier on your arms and back over a full day’s work. Puncture-proof tyres take away the risk of a flat mid-job, which matters if the barrow is going to be crossing rubble, broken ground or scaffold decking regularly.

Tub material Galvanised steel tubs are the standard for building sites — they handle sharp aggregates, mortar and heavy loads without denting or cracking. Plastic or polypropylene tubs are lighter to manoeuvre and won’t rust, which suits garden use, softer materials like soil and compost, or anyone who wants to keep the overall weight down.

Frame strength Look for a solid, welded steel frame if the barrow is going to see daily site use. Lighter frames are fine for occasional garden jobs but won’t hold up as well under repeated heavy loads.

Why Buy Your Wheelbarrow From Mays Direct

  • No minimum order — buy one wheelbarrow or stock up for the whole site
  • Trade and DIY pricing — competitive rates whether you’re a contractor or a weekend gardener
  • Fast delivery — across mainland England and Wales, including larger orders
  • Trade accounts available — 30-day terms for approved customers
  • Straightforward advice — call or message us if you’re not sure which barrow suits the job

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For general building and mortar work, a tub capacity of around 100–150 litres is the usual choice, paired with a galvanised steel tub that can handle abrasive materials without wearing out. If you’re mixing and moving concrete regularly, go towards the larger end of that range to cut down on trips.

It depends on where you’re working. Single-wheel barrows are easier to steer through tight spaces, doorways and along planks or scaffold boards, so they’re the go-to for most site work. Twin-wheel barrows offer more stability when fully loaded, which is useful on soft, uneven or sloped ground.

Pneumatic tyres give a softer, more comfortable ride over rough terrain, but they can puncture on sharp debris. Puncture-proof tyres are solid, so there’s no risk of a flat, though the ride is slightly firmer. For most building sites with rubble or scrap underfoot, puncture-proof is the more practical choice.

Both. We supply single wheelbarrows for DIY and domestic use, as well as trade quantities for contractors and site teams, order whatever suits your project.

Delivery times vary depending on the product and your location, but you can typically expect your order within 2–5 working days. Delivery costs are calculated at checkout based on your postcode and order size.

Standard delivery is typically 2–5 working days across mainland England and Wales, with exact timing and cost shown at checkout based on your postcode and order size. Collection from our West Sussex yard is available too; just call ahead first.

We deliver across mainland England and Wales. At present we’re unable to deliver to Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Wight, the Channel Islands or other offshore locations.

Get the Right Wheelbarrow for the Job

Browse our full range above, or get in touch if you’d like advice on which wheelbarrow suits your site, garden or project, we’re happy to help you pick the right one before you order.