Forward Builders are brilliant on prices and special offers. Free delivery is such a good perk. Ordering on line is so easy and delivery in a few days. Delivery drivers are so helpful. I have reco... See more
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Fast delivery.friendly delivery guy who placed bags of stones in place.took them through back of property to the front garden excellent service.will be buying again from forward builders
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Ordered on the easy to use website Free delivery and came next day Fantastic service Second time using and will definitely be using again, highly recommended Driver was very polite and help... See more
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Excellent delivery service and supplies from this company, very nice driver Steven called me to double check all details. He delivered them perfectly over my fence into my back garden. Very happy lady... See more
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Established in 1987, Forward Builders’ Supplies is one of the largest independent builders’ merchants in the North West, supplying high-quality materials to the civil engineering, building and landscaping industries. Based in Cheshire, we support trade professionals, contractors and retail customers across the UK with personalised service and reliable delivery. We are well known for our expertise in heavy side civils and underground drainage, supplying everything from kerbs, pipes, manholes and attenuation systems to surface water management, linear channel drains, geotextiles and concrete formwork products. We also stock a broad range of everyday groundwork essentials to help keep projects moving, whether you’re working on new builds, utilities, infrastructure repairs or site preparation. Alongside this, we offer a comprehensive range of hard landscaping materials, like paving slabs, decorative gravels, planting and growing products, fencing, and more! This makes us a true one-stop shop for outdoor projects of all sizes, from start to finish. From the first enquiry to support after delivery, we aim to make ordering straightforward, with clear advice, practical product guidance and support in choosing the right materials for the job. We offer nationwide delivery to home addresses and construction sites. Locally, we operate a mixed fleet of vehicles from 7.5 tonne to 26 tonne, with delivery options designed to suit different site access and unloading requirements. For orders across the UK, we also use parcel couriers and pallet line networks to help customers receive materials efficiently and safely. Customer service is central to our business. Our experienced sales team combines practical product knowledge with straightforward advice, competitive pricing and dependable lead times. This commitment to high standards has been embedded throughout the company for decades and is reflected in the positive feedback we receive from customers nationwide.
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Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd, CH65 4EQ, Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom
- 01513571035
- hello@forwardbs.co.uk
- www.forwardbs.co.uk
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Excellent service delivered within the…
Excellent service delivered within the time stated and I have full praise for the delivery driver extremely helpful and I would fully recommend.
13 March 2025
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Hi John, thank you for the 5-star review, and kind feedback! 🙌
Bought from this supplier before
Bought from this supplier before, always great price and fast delivery. No minimum amount.
11 March 2025
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thanks for your kind feedback, and 5-star review Jim! 😊
Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Hi Linda, thanks for the 5-stars and great feedback! 😊
Ordering on line was easy
Ordering on line was easy. Price good for what we ordered. Delivery excellent, driver a credit to your company.
7 March 2025
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thanks for your kind feedback, and 5-star review Mrs Ryder! ⭐
Good products well priced and free…
Good products well priced and free delivery within 50 miles is a saving over other suppliers. Would have given 5 stars but for the fact that the delivery just turned up unannounced without the email on the morning of delivery which was promised.
5 March 2025
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Hi Alan, thanks for taking the time to share your feedback! Sorry to hear you didn't receive an 'out for email', please get in touch and we would love to give you a discount code as an apology from us 💚
Paving circle
Delivered quickly, and left exactly where l wanted, considering l was out when it arrived. Decent quality for the price. Very pleased thanks.
28 February 2025
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for your kind feedback, and 5-star review! Happy we could help 😊
I phoned this company prior to ordering…
I phoned this company prior to ordering what I required. The lady I spoke to was helpful and polite. Once I ordered what I needed it was delivered in 3 working days. What's not to like. Chris Gregory
5 February 2025
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Hi Chris, thank you for your kind feedback, and 5-star review! It's great to hear you're happy with our service ⭐
Fast and efficient service
Fast and efficient service.
Good value for money.
Pleasant and respectful delivery driver.
4 February 2025
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for your 5-star review and positive feedback! ⭐
I have used Forward building supplies…
I have used Forward building supplies many times and everything is as described and arrives on time.
I over ordered this time and they quickly refunded me.
Many thanks
20 January 2025
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for your great feedback, and 5-star review Clive! 😊
I don't think I got an email on the morning
It was a nice surprise to find my slates innthe garden I don't think I got an email on the morning that my order email states but I will be ordering again as I need more but money tight I recommend this company for gravel and stone needs
12 September 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for the feedback Kimberley, we do try to give as much notice as possible for deliveries so our apologies for this! Thanks for the 5-stars 😊
Fantastic product at unbeatable prices
Fantastic product at unbeatable prices. Always fast delivery too!
11 September 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for the positive feedback Amanda!
Excellent service
Excellent service, quick delivery and would definitely buy again. Would also recommend to family and friends. Thank you
11 September 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for the great feedback, and 5-star review Anita ⭐
Great prices and service
Ordered 16 x 20 kg bags of black and white cobbles, fab comms, really good price with free prompt and friendly delivery. Will definitely recommend this company to friends and family. Many thanks to you all.
29 August 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for the positive feedback, and 5-star review Diane!
Outstanding Price and Delivery time
Outstanding Price and Delivery timr
21 August 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for the 5-star review Paul!
Great Service!
Great experience again, ordered in two parts both delivered next day.
Dropped exactly where I asked on the order form, everything was as expected.
Would highly recommend!
20 August 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for your kind feedback Adam, and 5-star review! 🙌
Fantastic service
Fantastic service, polite friendly delivery drivers on both occasions. Put the pallets exactly where we wanted them. Quality of stones and chipping were excellent. Very good value for money. Better than some of the branded companies. Will not hesitate to order from them again.
16 August 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Hi Caro! Thank you for the positive feedback, and 5-star review. We will be sure to pass your kind comments on to our drivers 🤩
Great prices on the fence panels and…
Great prices on the fence panels and trellis I purchased, quality products. Delivery was within a few working days as promised and friendly and helpful delivery driver. Can highly recommend.
15 August 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you so much for the 5-star review, and your kind feedback!
Had a delivery of stones and the guy…
Had a delivery of stones and the guy was really lovely and put them all where I needed them, have used a few times and great team
7 August 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for the 5-star review and positive feedback Michaela!
Excellent service
Excellent service. Ordered online 1030, delivered 1430. Driver pleasant and friendly, put my delivery exactly where I wanted it. No issues, no problems. Would definitely recommend.
29 July 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thank you for the positive feedback, and 5 stars! We'll be sure to pass your comments on to the driver.
Delivery free driver was polite and extremely helpful would definitely recommend
Quick delivery free driver was extremely helpful and polite good experience
26 July 2024
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Reply from Forward Builders' Supplies Ltd
Thanks for the 5 stars, and positive feedback Peter!
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