Sands for Construction, Filtration, Sports & Energy Applications

Q: What are the common uses of sand?

Sand is a versatile material used in: Construction: Concrete mixes, plastering, and masonry. Landscaping: Sandpits, gardens, and decorative features. Industrial Applications: Glass production, filtration, and sandblasting. Sports and Leisure: Golf courses, football pitches, horse arenas, and play pitches.

Q: Do you offer bag or bulk sand delivery?

We offer both bulk and bagged sand products—1.5t totes, 25kg, and 12.5kg. We deliver sand in bulk to construction sites, industrial facilities, and residential locations. Contact us for delivery options, schedules, and rates.

High-quality and highly-regarded specialist sand aggregates for many applications across a wide number of sectors.

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Our specialist sand aggregates are renowned for their exceptional quality and versatility, making them the preferred choice across a wide range of sectors, including sports, filtration, construction, utilities, and industrial applications.

Recognised for some of the highest quality deposits in the industry, our quarries at Fauldhouse in Scotland and Leighton Buzzard in England produce a range of popular sand aggregate, including acclaimed Levenseat and Garside sands, praised for their consistency and versatility.

With the support of a comprehensive nationwide transportation network, our sand aggregates are readily available and quickly delivered to meet the demands of projects where quality, consistency and reliability are paramount.

0.063 - 3.35 micron

broad range of technically graded dried sands

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quarries and lake dredged reserves supplying nationally

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wide range of our products come from silica rich deposits

Why Choose Holcim Sands?

Levenseat and Garside sands are trusted across the sports and leisure sectors, excelling in play pits, golf bunkers, synthetic pitches, and equestrian arenas thanks to their compacting, free-draining, and non-staining properties.

Their exceptional cleanliness and high silica content make our specialist sands a top choice for filtration systems, including rapid gravity and slow sand filters, as well as domestic and commercial swimming pool filters, where they effectively remove suspended particles with precision.

Beyond these sectors, our versatile sands play a critical role in construction, rail, and utilities projects, often used as backfill for underground power cables. In industrial applications, our silica sands are essential for processes such as sand casting, energy dissipation, and serving as a mould release agent in brick manufacturing, among many other uses.

Whether for sports, filtration, or industry, our specialist sands deliver outstanding performance across a diverse range of applications.

Sands Categories

Sports Sands

Levenseat & Garside produce a range of kiln dried sands, moist top dressing sands & rootzone sands for use in sports construction and maintenance projects.

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Filtration Sand and Gravel

Our specialist sands act as filter media both as an under gravel filter and within water filters. Available from our two locations: Levenseat in Scotland and Garside in England.

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Construction and Industrial Sands

Our sands can be used in ready-mixed concrete, precast, asphalt and render. Suitable for primary and ancillary energy dissipation purposes, and for the sand casting market.

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Utilities and Energy Sands

Our sands meet industry standards suitable for the utility sector applications. The choice of sand can significantly impact the longevity and performance of underground utilities.

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Rail and Traction Sands

Our specialist sands’ specific grain shape and free-flowing composition makes it ideal for use in sand boxes on locomotives and trams for breaking assistance.

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Golf Course & Bunker Sand

Our golf course sands ensure top playing conditions by providing superior drainage, stability, and turf growth for fairways, greens, and bunkers.

Equestrian & Horse Arena Sand

High-quality sand is essential for creating safe, high-performance riding surfaces that enhance the functionality and efficiency of equestrian facilities.

Play Pit Sand

Our premium play pit sand provides a safe, high-quality surface for play and jumping pits, combining safety, durability, and versatility.

Natural Pitch Sands

Top dressing natural pitches with sand improves infiltration, surface firmness, and player traction while maintaining grass cover and playability.

Specialist Synthetic Pitch Sand

Our premium silica sand delivers performance, durability, and safety for synthetic pitches, enhancing playability, reducing maintenance, and extending lifespan.

Tennis courts

Our premium tennis court sands enhance aesthetics, provide excellent traction, consistent bounce, and durability to elevate court performance.

Rapid Gravity Filter Sand

Our Rapid Gravity Filtering Sand removes bacteria, viruses, and particles, providing efficient, reliable filtration for drinking water, wastewater, and industrial applications.

Swimming Pool Filter Sand & Gravel

Sand filters offer a cost-effective, low-maintenance solution for clear pool water, efficiently removing dirt, debris, algae, and phosphates in both residential and commercial pools.

Slow Sand Filter

Slowfil is a clean, high-silica sand ideal for slow sand filters, offering reliable, chemical-free water purification for small communities and large-scale applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of sand do you offer?

We provide a range of sand types to suit various applications, including:

Marine and River Sand: Natural and ideal for construction and plastering.
Manufactured Sand: Crushed sand suitable for concrete and masonry.
Silica Sand: High-purity sand used in glassmaking, filtration, and industrial applications.
Coarse Sand: Great for concrete mixes and base layers.
Fine Sand: Perfect for plastering and finishing work.

What are the common uses of sand?

Sand is a versatile material used in:

Construction: Concrete mixes, plastering, and masonry.
Landscaping: Sandpits, gardens, and decorative features.
Industrial Applications: Glass production, filtration, and sandblasting.
Sports and Leisure: Golf courses, football pitches and horse arenas, play pitches

What size variations are available in your sand products?

We offer a broad range of technically graded dried sands, from fine to coarse - 0.063 micron - 3.35 micron. Custom sizing can also be arranged to meet specific project requirements.

Do you offer bag or bulk sand delivery?

We offer both bulk and bagged sand products - 1.5t totes, 25kg and 12.5kg. We deliver sand in bulk to construction sites, industrial facilities, and residential locations. Contact us for delivery options, schedules, and rates.

How do I calculate the amount of sand needed for my project?

To estimate the sand quantity, calculate the volume of your project using: Length × Width × Depth (in cubic meters). To get an estimation, please use our online calculator. Our team can assist with detailed calculations to avoid over- or under-ordering.