Country Gates & Barriers

What Country Gates & Barriers does

Country Gates & Barriers Ltd is a UK-based, family-run specialist integrator and installer of automated gates and perimeter security solutions, headquartered in Bredbury, Stockport (Manchester area), operating since 2013 with a workforce of 11-50. The company manufactures bespoke gates in aluminium, wrought iron, and wood, and integrates third-party automation and access control hardware from approved partners including BFT Automation, Horizal, Roger Technology, Videx, Hikvision, Akuvox, Paxton, and Dormakaba. Its technical offering spans automated sliding, swing, cantilever, and bi-folding gates; vehicle barriers; rising kerbs and bollards; road blockers; turnstiles; and pedestrian gates, with B3/S2-rated perimeter fencing and PAS68 hostile vehicle mitigation products positioned for higher-security applications. PLC integration enables coordinated sequence-of-operations across multi-component security systems.

The business serves two primary customer segments — commercial/industrial (with named enterprise clients including NHS, BAE Systems, Lidl, Adidas, Boohoo, ADT, Whistl, Hubbell, Bury Council, University of Liverpool, and West Hill School) and domestic/residential (private homeowners served via the company showroom). Revenue is generated through three streams: one-time project-based installation contracts; recurring maintenance, servicing, and CE-approved safety inspection contracts; and automation/retrofitting of existing manual gates. Pricing is bespoke quotation-based following full site surveys, with no published price list. Distribution is direct field sales for commercial projects and a showroom-led model for domestic clients, supported by an active blog, case studies, and multi-platform social media. The company holds DHF, CHAS, SafeContractor, Construction Line, LPCB, and B3/S2 accreditations, operates a sister entity (AluCorb), and is privately owned with no institutional funding disclosed.

Name

Country Gates & Barriers

Legal name

Country Gates & Barriers Ltd

Website

https://countrygatesandbarriers.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Country Gates & Barriers is a UK family-run specialist that manufactures, installs, and maintains bespoke automated gates, barriers, and perimeter security systems for commercial, industrial, and residential clients across the North West of England.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Perimeter Security Installation Services

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442)

akta.pro primary industry

Gate Automation, Access Control & Operator Repair (HSAIAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gate Installation (Manual & Automated) (HSAIAJAC), Doors, Gates, Loading Docks & Access Systems Service (IMAIABAH)

Keywords

• Automated gate installation
• Perimeter security solutions
• Hostile vehicle mitigation
• Access control systems
• Barrier installation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bredbury

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Gate and Barrier Installation: One-time project-based revenue from design, manufacture, and installation of automated gates, barriers, bollards, turnstiles, fencing, and access control systems for commercial and domestic clients.
2. Maintenance and Servicing: Recurring revenue from servicing existing equipment, offering CE-approved safety inspections, repairs, and upgrades. The company offers a 12-month guarantee on parts and labour, with extended service schemes available.
3. Automation and Retrofitting: Revenue from automating existing manual gates, including necessary repairs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Country Gates & Barriers manufactures, supplies, installs, and maintains automated gates, barriers, bollards, turnstiles, fencing, and access control systems. Products are built bespoke in aluminium, wrought iron, and solid wood for both commercial and residential customers. They also offer high-security rated solutions (SR-rated, PAS68 hostile vehicle mitigation) and recurring maintenance/servicing with CE-approved safety inspections.

Product overview

Country Gates & Barriers operates as a specialist integrator and installer of automated gate and perimeter security solutions. Their core product portfolio centres on automated gates (sliding, swing, cantilever, and bi-folding models) manufactured in aluminium, wrought iron, and wood, complemented by a full range of perimeter security products including barriers, bollards, road blockers, fencing, turnstiles, and pedestrian gates. Access control systems (intercoms, keypads, fobs, biometric readers) are offered as integrated components of gate and barrier solutions. The company also provides aluminium front doors as an adjacent product line. Services include full design, manufacture, installation, and ongoing maintenance with CE-approved safety inspections. As a certified installer, the company works with third-party brands including Horizal (aluminium gates), BFT (automation equipment), Roger Technology (underground motors), Videx (intercoms), Hikvision (keypads), Akuvox (facial recognition intercoms), Dormakaba (door closers), and Paxton (access control) as equipment partners integrated into their solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sliding Automated Gates Automated sliding gates ideal for properties with limited space, offering smooth operation and high security. Available as commercial cantilever trackless sliding gates and standard sliding configurations for commercial and domestic clients.
• Swing Automated Gates Traditional swing gates combined with modern automation. Available in single or double leaf designs for both domestic and commercial applications.
• Cantilever Automated Gates Trackless automated gates suitable for uneven ground, highly durable and reliable. Available as B3/S2 security-rated high-security gates for commercial and industrial applications.
• Bi-Folding Automated Gates Designed for fast operation, bi-folding gates are ideal for high-traffic areas. Available in security-rated SR1 and SR3 variants for commercial sites.
• Aluminium Gates Lightweight, virtually maintenance-free gates available in modern, contemporary, traditional, and woodgrain designs. Supplied from partner Horizal in bespoke colours and finishes for domestic and commercial installations.
• Wooden Gates Stylish traditional wooden gates that can be shaped and designed in various styles, fabricated to high quality. Require routine varnishing and coating for longevity.
• Wrought Iron Gates Prestigious traditional wrought iron gates with a deterrent effect against vehicle intrusion. Require occasional maintenance as iron rusts over time.
• Access Control Systems Complete access control solutions including intercoms (audio, video GSM, IP/wireless), keypads, proximity fobs, and biometric readers integrated with gate automation. Includes Videx, Hikvision, and Akuvox systems for commercial and residential clients.
• Automated Barriers Vehicle barriers for commercial and industrial properties controlling vehicle access. Includes both automated and manual barrier options.
• Rising Kerbs and Bollards Automatic rising kerbs and bollards providing additional perimeter security and controlled vehicle access for commercial sites.
• Turnstiles and Pedestrian Gates Turnstile systems and pedestrian gates for controlled foot access at commercial and industrial sites.
• Commercial Fencing and Perimeter Security B3/S2 security-rated perimeter fencing systems that are LPCB-tested, designed to resist attacks and provide critical time for on-site response.
• Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (PAS68 Rated) PAS68-rated products designed to prevent vehicle-based attacks, including road blockers and crash-rated barriers for high-security commercial sites.
• High Security SR Rated Products Security-rated gate and barrier products meeting SR (Security Rating) standards including SR1 and SR3 for enhanced protection at commercial and industrial sites.
• Installation and Maintenance Services Full design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of automated gates and security systems. Includes CE-approved safety inspections, emergency repairs, upgrades, and extended service schemes with 12-month guarantee.
• Aluminium Front Doors Aluminium front doors available alongside gate products, showcased in the company's showroom with automation and access control features for domestic clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• Well-designed driveway gates can boost property value by approximately 5-10%
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BFT Automation UKcoreTechnology or IntegrationBFT is a leading manufacturer of gate automation equipment. Country Gates & Barriers is an Approved Partner of BFT, using their motors (BFT Ares, BFT Eli underground motors), control panels (BFT Rigel 6), photocell kits, and automation fobs. The partnership enables access to reliable automation technology with full manufacturer support.
• HorizalcoreTechnology or IntegrationHorizal is a manufacturer of premium aluminium gates and entrance solutions. Country Gates & Barriers is an Approved Partner of Horizal, sourcing bespoke aluminium gates including ROSCANA, SERAM, and MARSHALL models in various finishes and styles for both commercial and domestic installations.
• AluCorbminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAluCorb is a sister company of Country Gates & Barriers. According to the privacy policy, personal information may be shared with AluCorb, suggesting a related entity operating in a similar or complementary business.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Barkers Fencing: Barkers Fencing is a UK manufacturer and installer of high-security fencing, gates, and perimeter protection systems including LPS 1175-rated products. Directly comparable to CGB's commercial perimeter fencing and gate installation offering.
• Cova Security Gates: Cova Security Gates is a UK designer, manufacturer, and installer of automated gates, barriers, bollards, and access control solutions for commercial and high-security sites. Directly comparable to CGB across both product range and target customer profile.
• Heald Ltd: Heald is a UK manufacturer and installer of hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) products, bollards, road blockers, and security gates with PAS68 ratings. Directly comparable to CGB's high-security commercial offering and known for strong PAS-rated product portfolio.
• ATG Access: ATG Access manufactures and supplies bollards, road blockers, and vehicle barrier systems including PAS68-rated products, supplying both directly and through installers like CGB. Comparable in the high-security perimeter product category.
• Frontier Pitts: Frontier Pitts is the UK's largest specialist manufacturer and installer of automatic gates, barriers, bollards, road blockers, and perimeter security systems. It is a direct competitor to CGB in the commercial high-security segment with a much larger national footprint.
• CLD Fencing Systems: CLD Fencing Systems is a UK manufacturer and supplier of high-security perimeter fencing and gates, including LPS-rated systems for critical infrastructure. Overlaps with CGB on commercial perimeter security fencing and integrated gate installations.
• Zaun Ltd: Zaun is a UK manufacturer and installer of high-security perimeter fencing, sports fencing, and integrated gate systems with LPS ratings. Overlaps with CGB's commercial fencing and integrated access control offerings for defence and utility customers.
• Jacksons Fencing: Jacksons Fencing is a UK manufacturer and installer of timber, metal, and security fencing plus automated gates for residential, commercial, and high-security sites. Comparable to CGB on domestic and commercial gate/fencing installation services.

Broad incumbents

• Hormann UK: Hormann is a large international manufacturer of doors, gates, and automation products including industrial and commercial gates. Comparable at the broader product portfolio level — overlaps with CGB's commercial and aluminium front door offerings but operates at far greater scale across multiple categories.
• Came Automazioni: Came is a global manufacturer of gate automation motors, control panels, and access control systems with a UK distribution network. Comparable to CGB at the automation OEM layer rather than as an installer — CGB uses competitor BFT, a peer to Came.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CountryGates
• Facebookfacebook.com/CountryGatesAndBarriers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/countrygates

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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