Regional Drilling

Regional Drilling is a family-run drilling and site investigation company based in Derby, serving projects across the United Kingdom. The business was formed by its director, Christopher King, after more than ten years working throughout Great Britain, and presents itself as a practical specialist for varied ground investigation requirements.

Its principal capability is the use of a Competitor Dart 130 rig for window and windowless sampling, SPT and CPT testing, super-heavy and heavy dynamic probing, and diamond drilling. The company also undertakes hand-dug foundation pits, trench-finding and service pits, and service-clearance pits, offering useful support where ground conditions or site access require a careful, flexible approach.

Additional services include gas pipe and standpipe installation, gas bung and tap provision, flush-cover installation, plastic liners and sacrificial cones for super-heavy dynamic probing. A published case study describes drilling, casing, bentonite reinstatement, removal of arisings and careful reinstatement of turf and block paving, suggesting an emphasis on leaving completed sites tidy and well managed.

The company appears suited to construction, engineering and property-related site investigation work rather than domestic water-supply boreholes. Its published experience includes windowless sampling boreholes and investigation work, while staff information notes NVQ Level 2 training in land drilling, a current CSCS card, first-aid training and a diesel-fitted engine. Bespoke enquiries are welcomed for projects requiring drilling or specialist investigation support.