Architectural and facade lighting in the City of Bristol
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover the City of Bristol, including Bristol, Bristol and Bristol.
Architectural and facade lighting work in the City of Bristol
Facade lighting in City of Bristol works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
What's included
- Facade washing and grazing
- Entrance canopy and signage lighting
- Glare and light-spill control
- Landscape and path bollards
Guide prices in the City of Bristol
Typical budgets for the City of Bristol, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £205 – £510 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £815 – £1,530 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £155 – £305 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £305 – £510 | per day |
Example: 10 LED floodlights washing a building facade, about £2,050 – £5,100 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in the City of Bristol
Approved Document L (2021 edition, with 2023 amendments) asks for new general lighting to average at least 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt, or to use the LENI method. The 2026 edition raises this to more than 105 for work under it from 24 March 2027.
Towns we cover in the City of Bristol
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for the City of Bristol
Which fire safety law applies in the City of Bristol?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
Which towns in the City of Bristol do you cover?
All of the City of Bristol, including Bristol, Bristol and Bristol. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Do I need planning permission for facade lighting?
Sometimes, particularly in conservation areas or where lighting is prominent. Check with your local planning authority before installing.