
Not Sure What You Need? We’ll Talk You Through It
Whether you’re planning a big project or sorting out a last-minute access issue, it’s not always obvious if you should hire, buy, or even use mats at all. That’s where we come in. Tell us what you're facing, and our team will guide you every step of the way.

Trackway Hire & Installation Made Easy
Need access, whatever the weather? We specialise in temporary trackway hire, advising, delivering, installing, and removing mats on your schedule. Our team gets you moving, keeps your site safe, and makes muddy chaos a thing of the past.

Buy Ground Protection Mats for Any Project
We stock some of the most trusted ground protection mats in the UK. Reliable, reusable, built to last. Not sure which one you need? Our team gives clear advice to help you choose the right mat without paying for more than you need.
- Market-leading quality, straight from stock
- Fast delivery nationwide
- Expert guidance on the right mat for your job
- Ideal for contractors, councils, events, and more
- Lightweight, easy to handle, ultra-tough
Where Our Mats Get to Work
Our mats are trusted across multiple sectors to create safe, stable ground conditions for people and machinery. From major construction projects to temporary walkways for events, we help teams work efficiently, protect surfaces, and keep sites moving in all weather.
Case Studies: Real Results on Site
MaxiTrack Access for AC Installation
Narrow access and hard surfaces were no match for MaxiTrack, which enabled safe, stable access for new air conditioning units on a tight site.
TuffTrak Access on Flood-Prone Farmland
Discover how TuffTrak created stable access over rain-soaked farmland for a housing development, avoiding damage and delays in a flood-prone area.
FastCover Protects Remembrance Site
FastCover mats protected wet grass in York during Remembrance Day, creating a safe and accessible space for the public to gather and honour the fallen.
Expert Support Made Simple
How do I choose the right ground protection mat?
How do I choose the right ground protection mat?
Start with the ground. Is it firm, soft or waterlogged? Then look at the heaviest load, the route length and how long you will need the mats. Width matters too, especially for turning.
With those details we can recommend the best mat and layout, or you can use our simple mat finder.
How to Choose
Should I hire or buy?
Should I hire or buy?
Hire works for short jobs, changing sites and large one-off needs. Buying suits regular use, standard kit lists and long projects, since mats can be reused across sites.
We can price both, include delivery and installation, then show the total cost so you can compare.
Read our Trackway Hire Guide
What loads can your mats handle?
What loads can your mats handle?
Capacity depends on ground conditions, tyre footprint and how the load is spread. As a guide, 8x4 walkway and access mats handle cars, vans and many site vehicles. MaxiTrack is for heavier plant up to around 130 tonnes. XtremeMat supports very heavy equipment, up to about 400 tonnes with the right ground prep.
We will check the plan and advise before you commit. For more information see our weight loading guidance.
Weight Loading Guidance
Do you install the mats for hire projects? What happens on the day?
Do you install the mats for hire projects? What happens on the day?
Yes, we can install them for you. With serviced hire, our team plans the route, provides RAMS, delivers to site and installs the mats by hand or with plant. We fit all connections, walk the route with you, make tweaks if needed and hand over clean, safe access.
When the job finishes, we come back to lift and remove the mats, leaving the site tidy.
Read our Hire Services FAQs
How quickly can you deliver?
How quickly can you deliver?
We hold large UK stock. Many hire jobs can start next working day. Timed delivery and out-of-hours slots are available by request. For urgent projects, call 0113 267 6000 and we will see what we can move around.
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