A solid, permanent infilled barrier at a more accessible price point. Single-layer welded mesh meets FA permanent barrier requirements at Steps 5–7 and suits all levels of rugby union and rugby league. SGS certified, zero maintenance, 15-year warranty.
For clubs at FA Steps 5–7 where infill is not formally mandated but a permanent barrier is required, Single Mesh delivers exactly what’s needed — a solid, professional-looking perimeter fence with real ball retention at a competitive price. For rugby union Regional leagues and NCRL clubs, it provides a clear pitch boundary and significantly improved ground presentation. And if your football club gains promotion to Steps 1–4, upgrading to Double Mesh infill within the same post and rail framework is straightforward.
Single Mesh does not satisfy the mandatory solid infill requirement at FA Steps 1–4. If your club is at Steps 1–4 or expects promotion to Steps 1–4, the Double Mesh system is the correct specification. View Double Mesh Fencing →
Meets permanent barrier requirement. Solid, professional finish above the Step 7 minimum.
Provides a clear, safe pitch boundary at RFU Regional 1 & 2 level and below.
Suitable for National Conference and Regional League clubs seeking a permanent barrier.
Good ball retention and safe boundary definition at a competitive price for school pitches.
Clean, professional finish for multi-sport pitches where the highest-spec system isn’t required.
Post & rail framework is shared with Double Mesh. Upgrading mesh infill later is straightforward.
| Feature | Double Mesh | Single Mesh This system |
Post & Rail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meets FA Steps 1–4 infill mandate | ✓ | – | – |
| FA Steps 5–7 compliant | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ Step 7 min |
| Permanent infilled barrier | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Ball retention | Maximum | High | None |
| RFU National League suitable | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Grant eligible | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 15-year warranty | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Price point | Premium | Mid-range | Entry level |
Yes. The post and rail framework is the same across both systems. If your club gains promotion to Steps 1–4 and needs to upgrade to Double Mesh infill, the posts and rails remain in place and only the mesh panels are replaced. Contact us to confirm the upgrade path for your specific installation.
Yes. Football Foundation fencing grants cover permanent pitch perimeter barriers at all FA steps including Steps 5–7. Single Mesh qualifies as a permanent infilled barrier. Grants cover up to 75% of project cost up to £25,000. Read the full grants guide →
Both systems look virtually identical at ground level — the same bright white PVC posts and rails, the same overall profile. The difference is in the mesh infill: Double Mesh has two layers of welded mesh providing denser infill and maximum ball retention. Single Mesh has one layer. Both provide a solid, professional-looking barrier that is significantly better presented than post and rope or hi-vis fencing.
There is no minimum order quantity. We quote for full pitch perimeters, partial perimeters, replacement sections, and any length of fence. Contact us with your requirements and we’ll provide a full itemised quote.
Tell us your perimeter length, sport and service preference. We’ll respond within 24 hours with a full quote and specification document.
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