Chapter 8 chevrons are rear markings of alternating red and fluorescent yellow retroreflective material, with the chevrons pointing upwards, fitted to vehicles that stop or work on the highway under the Traffic Signs Manual's Chapter 8 guidance.
Why choose Chapter 8 chevron kits in Northumberland?
- Utility and highway contractors working on roads in and around Blyth are often asked for Chapter 8 rear markings before their vehicles are allowed on site.
- Grounds maintenance and tree crews stopping on verges around Blyth face the same passing traffic as road crews, and their clients may ask for the same markings.
- A depot in Blyth with several works vans can have kits fitted in one visit, rather than sending vehicles away one at a time.
Guide prices in Northumberland
Budgeting for Chapter 8 chevron kits? The guide below runs from £325 to £895 per vehicle. VAT is extra. Size, materials and access decide where your job lands, and we confirm it in writing after surveying or checking the artwork.
| Item | Guide, ex VAT | Inc. VAT (20%) |
|---|---|---|
| Car-derived or small van | £325 – £495 | £390 – £594 |
| Medium or large van | £395 – £695 | £474 – £834 |
| Truck or tipper rear | £595 – £895 | £714 – £1,074 |
Price depends on the area to be covered, how many cut-outs are needed around handles, lights and cameras, the grade of retroreflective film your contract specifies, whether old markings must come off, and how many vehicles are done in one visit. All figures are guides excluding VAT, confirmed when we have photos and your contract spec.
Chapter 8 chevron kits in Northumberland: permission and rules
Rear chevrons aren't usually an advertisement matter, so council consent doesn't come into it. What matters instead is Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual, the guidance for vehicles that stop or work on the highway, together with the specification in your contract. Highway authorities, utilities and main contractors often add their own requirements, so send us the exact wording before we cut anything. Markings are kept off windows and away from lights, reflectors and the number plate, which must stay clearly visible. Chevrons don't change a vehicle's main colour, so the V5C isn't affected. Whether you work in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, treat your contract's spec as the standard and confirm it with your client.
Options worth considering
Side and contour markings
Extra markings for larger vehicles, fitted alongside the rear kit.
Medium or large van kit
Full rear-door coverage cut around handles, lights, hinges and the plate.
Car-derived or small van kit
Chevrons cut to the rear doors or tailgate of a small van.
Towns in Northumberland
Pick your town below to see the page for Chapter 8 chevron kits there. The list shows the main towns in Northumberland; smaller places around them are covered too.
- Chapter 8 chevron kits in Blyth
- Chapter 8 chevron kits in Cramlington
- Chapter 8 chevron kits in Ashington
A free, written quote for Chapter 8 chevron kits is one message away. Send the details from anywhere in Northumberland and we will reply with a price, then a proof you approve before work begins.

