Hospitality lighting in Gwent
Hospitality lighting uses dimmable, layered LED lighting to create atmosphere in restaurants, bars, cafés and hotels while keeping kitchens, back-of-house and escape routes properly lit. We cover Gwent, including Newport, Cwmbran and Pontypool.
Hospitality lighting work in Gwent
We work around service in Gwent venues, often between the last sitting and the next morning's deliveries.
Restaurants and bars in Gwent usually want warm, dimmable light front of house and bright, cleanable fittings in the kitchen.
What's included
- Bright, even lighting in kitchens and back-of-house
- Emergency lighting that blends into the interior
- Scene control for breakfast, lunch, evening and cleaning
- External signage and terrace lighting
Guide prices in Gwent
Typical budgets for Gwent, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED panel (600×600) | £50 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| DALI dimming and control | £50 – £145 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £60 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| LED floodlight | £195 – £485 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
Example: 30 dimmable LED fittings with DALI control in a restaurant, about £2,900 – £8,750 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Gwent
The Welsh Approved Document L Volume 2 (2022) uses 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt for general lighting, with alternatives such as LENI. A new Welsh edition takes effect from 4 March 2027 with a higher figure of more than 105.
Towns we cover in Gwent
- Newport
- Cwmbran
- Pontypool
- Ebbw Vale
- Caerphilly
- Risca
- Gelligaer
- Abercarn
- Abergavenny
- Abertillery
- Bargoed
- Caerleon
- Graig
- Gwehelog Fawr
- Monmouth
- Rogiet
- St Arvans
- Tredegar
Hospitality lighting FAQs for Gwent
Which towns in Gwent do you cover?
All of Gwent, including Newport, Cwmbran and Pontypool. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Gwent?
The Welsh Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Gwent must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
What about the kitchen?
Kitchens need bright, even, cleanable lighting. We use sealed LED fittings rated for the environment.
Can LED be dimmed smoothly for a restaurant?
Yes, with compatible drivers and controls. DALI or quality phase dimming gives smooth dimming without flicker.
Related services in Gwent
- Lighting controls
- Commercial lighting design
- Emergency lighting installation
- Architectural and facade lighting