Case Study - Berkhamsted Lawn Tennis & Squash Rackets Club

Client: Berkhamsted Lawn Tennis & Squash Rackets Club

Location: Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. East of England.

Project Overview

Located in the charming market town of Berkhamsted, Berkhamsted Lawn Tennis & Squash Rackets Club is widely regarded as one of the area’s premier racquet sports venues. To maintain its high standards and reduce energy consumption, the club embarked on a major lighting upgrade programme across 10 tennis courts. The existing metal halide floodlights had become inefficient and no longer delivered consistent playing conditions.

The Challenge

Delivering a high-performing scheme required addressing several critical environmental factors:

  • Nearby Homes: Strict control of glare and light spill was essential to protect neighbor amenity.
  • Riverside Environment: Proximity to the River Bulbourne required careful mitigation of upward light to avoid ecological impact.
  • Scenic Surroundings: The installation needed to respect the picturesque Hertfordshire townscape.

The Solution

Luminance Pro developed a tailored LED sports lighting design centred around HiLux Match FS fully shrouded luminaires.

  • Fully shrouded optics for maximum light containment.
  • Precision beam control to significantly reduce light trespass.
  • High-efficiency LED output with excellent uniformity across all surfaces.
  • Full compliance with ILP guidance and LTA performance levels.

Planning Approval & Delivery

Detailed technical documentation and carefully engineered luminaire selection were instrumental in securing successful planning consent. Following approval, Luminance Pro carried out the full supply and installation with minimal interruption to club operations, delivering the project on budget and within the agreed programme.

Technical Comparison

Metric Existing 10 Courts (Metal Halide) Upgraded 10 Courts (LED)
Nominal Power 68.2kW 25.58kW
Lux Level 400-500 Lux Above 550 Lux
Uniformity Level 0.6-0.7 0.75-0.9

Berkhamsted Courts - Night View

Berkhamsted Court View 1

Berkhamsted Courts - Daytime View

Berkhamsted Court View 2

Client Result

Berkhamsted Lawn Tennis & Squash Rackets Club now enjoys a high-performance LED system that balances elite playing conditions with environmental responsibility — ensuring the facility remains fit for purpose for years to come.

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