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Car park lighting, Public realm lighting 1 min read
Nestled on the edge of Ruislip Woods, Ruislip Lido is a popular destination for families and visitors alike, offering sandy beaches, a miniature railway, woodland trails, and splash zones around a stunning 60-acre lake. As visitor numbers continue to rise – particularly during summer months – the Lido Car Park on Reservoir Road becomes a vital access point. With 153 standard bays and 10 disabled spaces, the car park plays a crucial role in accommodating guests heading to the Lido’s attractions.
However, with residential housing close by and long periods when the car park is not in use – particularly during winter evenings – the London Borough of Hillingdon required a sensitive lighting solution that would provide security and visibility without causing light trespass
Appointed through the Lighting Engineer at LB Hillingdon, Acrospire was commissioned to deliver a smart lighting scheme using its compact and efficient Sprint Micro luminaires in a 4000K neutral white. Designed to be affordable yet powerful, the Sprint Micro offers industry-leading optical performance in a discreet housing—ideal for locations requiring subtle, targeted lighting.
To further reduce energy usage and eliminate waste light, each Sprint lantern was fitted with a PIR sensor, meaning the lights only activate when movement is detected. Once triggered, the lights remain on for just seven minutes, providing sufficient illumination for cars and pedestrians before automatically switching off.
This ensures that the car park is lit only when needed – improving safety for users while keeping the area dark and peaceful for local residents when not in use. The result is a low-glare, low-energy lighting scheme that balances operational efficiency with community comfort.
We needed a lighting solution that prioritised both resident comfort and public safety. Acrospire’s Sprint Micro lanterns with PIR control have delivered exactly that. The lights are only on when needed, reducing glare into neighbouring homes and keeping energy use to a minimum—while still giving car park users the reassurance of well-timed illumination. Roy Thabrew, Lighting Manager at the London Borough of Hillingdon
We needed a lighting solution that prioritised both resident comfort and public safety. Acrospire’s Sprint Micro lanterns with PIR control have delivered exactly that. The lights are only on when needed, reducing glare into neighbouring homes and keeping energy use to a minimum—while still giving car park users the reassurance of well-timed illumination.
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.
Growing with purpose
In August 2026, we strengthened our ability to invest, innovate and support our customers by becoming part of Agora Makers, a International group of specialist lighting, smart and urban furniture businesses.
The business continues to be led by founders Tim and Hatty, with the same team,
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