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In a bid to modernise while preserving Bath’s rich architectural heritage, Bath & North East Somerset council embarked on a journey to replace outdated lighting with energy-efficient LEDs in Kingsmead Square. Guided by a commitment to aesthetics and sustainability, the council partnered with Acrospire to illuminate the historic square, resulting in significant energy savings and preserving its timeless charm.
On the west side of Bath city centre, Kingsmead Square is a bustling hub of street food delights. Once a site encompassed by the city walls, this vibrant square has evolved into a destination for artisanal coffee or a drink at its award-winning bars. With a storied past tracing back to the 18th century, Kingsmead Square exudes the charm of Georgian architecture with a lively atmosphere that captivates visitors and locals alike.
Bath & North East Somerset Council, recognising the need to modernise infrastructure while maintaining the area’s heritage appeal, initiated a project to replace the squares outdated SON and SOX lanterns with LED lighting.
Stephen Burrell, Principal Engineer Street Lighting at Bath & North East Somerset Council, emphasised each heritage location’s uniqueness, underscoring the project’s bespoke nature. He noted, “In our challenge to revitalise heritage lantern locations, we’ve treated each site as a distinct project tailored to meet the unique demands of specific areas. As part of a broader initiative encompassing 400-500 luminaires, we’ve prioritised not only cost savings and budget control but also the integration of classic aesthetics, particularly in this popular location.”
To meet the council’s requirements, we proposed replacing the existing SON and SOX lanterns with our popular 3000K Birkdale luminaires and coordinating columns. The Birkdale, known for its timeless design and versatility, was chosen to complement the square’s Georgian aesthetic, providing a warm nighttime glow.
Crafted using locally sourced materials in the UK, the Birkdale luminaires offer exceptional quality and durability and contribute to a reduced carbon footprint. Suspended vertically from 1.25″ stainless steel spigots, these luminaires provide an elegant solution while ensuring longevity and performance.
Stephen emphasised the importance of collaboration with manufacturers like Acrospire in overcoming challenges inherent in heritage projects. He stated, “It’s important to collaborate with a manufacturer who understands the intricacies of heritage projects and is willing to work closely to navigate the inevitable challenges. Balancing cost savings, aesthetics, and budget control is essential along the journey of preserving our heritage. Finding this equilibrium ensures the successful realisation of our vision while honouring the legacy of our historic sites.”
The upgrade to LED technology resulted in significant energy savings while blending with the warm golden stone of Bath’s Georgian architecture.
It's important to collaborate with a manufacturer who understands the intricacies of heritage projects and is willing to work closely to navigate the inevitable challenges. Balancing cost savings, aesthetics, and budget control is essential along the journey of preserving our heritage. Finding this equilibrium ensures the successful realisation of our vision while honouring the legacy of our historic sites. Stephen Burrell, Principal Engineer Street Lighting at Bath & North East Somerset Council
It's important to collaborate with a manufacturer who understands the intricacies of heritage projects and is willing to work closely to navigate the inevitable challenges. Balancing cost savings, aesthetics, and budget control is essential along the journey of preserving our heritage. Finding this equilibrium ensures the successful realisation of our vision while honouring the legacy of our historic sites.
Our story
The idea for Acrospire was formed in 2012 when founder Tim envisioned a different kind of lighting manufacturer: one that would not only deliver outstanding customer experiences but also prioritise fair treatment for its employees.
We’ve come a long way
Motivated by the belief the industry wanted and needed better, Tim shared his plan to establish his own venture with Hatty, who simply couldn't let him do it alone.
The rest, as they say, is history.
Protecting local jobs and ensuring the best quality possible.
Working from a rented office by day and assembling lanterns in a garage at night, Tim and Hatty set to work.
11 Years later
Acrospire now inhabits a 14000² ft manufacturing facility in Basingstoke, Hampshire. We’re a proud partner of the Made in Britain scheme, ISO9001 certified and a member of all relevant lighting industry trade bodies.
Along with great relationships with our customers and a great team! We've attracted some of the most experienced members of the lighting industry, all by following one golden rule.
A simple ethos
That runs through all that we do. Customers who have made the switch to Acrospire have found working with us to be a breath of fresh air.
If you’re a professional in the lighting industry, you’re probably familiar with warranties that range from 3 to 10 years, with extensions available on special request or at additional cost. At Acrospire, where we’re proud to be different, we offer a market-leading simple 12-year warranty, as standard.
We focus on our customers not our competition. We manufacture our products in the UK: with the exception of our solar products, our supply chain is within a 60-mile radius of our factory in Basingstoke: to maintain greater control over quality. We al
Speed of response is crucial when it comes to resolving warranty issues. If we’ve made a mistake, we own it, get to the root cause, and fix it as quickly as possible. We believe in timely communication with our customers and making the resolution pro
Test and Test Again
We believe in independent testing and certification. Our new product development is in line with ISO 9001. Many of our products hold ENEC Certification. To meet the requirements of ENEC we also send random product samples for third party safety testi
Our product design is another key factor in our ability to offer a 12-year warranty. We value engineer rather than cost cut, never compromising on quality. We stick to our processes and engage with our supply chain to ensure that every product meets