LIGHTING DESIGNS FOR HORSE RIDING ARENAS
RedStamp Lighting Designs focuses on providing lighting design solutions specifically tailored to the equestrian lifestyle. The Equestrian lifestyle, Whether commercial or leisure in nature, lighting for Horse Riding Arenas, Maneges, Warm-Up Areas, Wash Down Areas and Stables must be fit for purpose.
- Our user-centric design philosophy considers the rider's eye level, whether on foot, in the saddle, or jumping. This ensures not only optimal visibility but also the comfort and safety of riders, which is paramount in equestrian activities.
- Low Glare lighting is particularly important, as it directly contributes to maximising riding comfort and safety. Riders often spend extended periods in arenas, and minimising glare helps prevent visual discomfort and potential safety hazards.
- Our designs reduce shadowing by strategically positioning lights to target areas where light intensity typically drops. Nonetheless, a thoughtful and considerate design approach is necessary to minimise impact on neighbouring properties. This not only enhances the overall functionality of the lighting but conserves the broader environment.
OUR LIGHTING DESIGNERS CAN SUPPORT YOUR PROJECT
PLANNING SUPPORT
RedStamp Lighting Designs is committed to helping clients navigate the regulatory landscape, ensuring that their lighting projects meet the necessary standards and guidelines.
By offering guidance on typical regulations and lighting-related planning requirements, we aim to simplify the planning and approval process.
- Our Lighting Designs achieve Recommended CIBSE Lux Levels to ensure regulatory compliance and meet the industry standards for illuminance levels.
- We consider factors such as energy efficiency, durability, and aesthetics in our Lighting Product Specifications to provide confidence in the suitability of fixtures for specific project requirements.
- 2D Site and Block plans are included in our Planning Support. These indicate luminaire mounting locations and provide a visual representation of the proposed lighting setup. This can be instrumental in helping local authorities understand the practical aspects of the design, contributing to a smoother approval process.
- We provide Lux Spill Drawings detailing the environmental impact of new lighting installations showcase a commitment to minimising light pollution and being environmentally conscious. This aligns with existing emerging regulations that emphasize sustainable and responsible lighting practices.
INDOOR ARENA - LIGHTING CONSIDERATIONS
For Indoor Arenas, there are numerous factors that may impact the success of a lighting installation.
Illumination Requirements (Lux Levels)
Illumination levels must be appropriate for the proposed Horse Riding Arena usage. For Professional Level Riding, a Class I (CIBSE) solution will be most appropriate for skilled riders, permit televised recording, and accredited judging for events. However, arenas used by Riding Clubs, or Private Arenas, are more suited to Class II and Class III (CIBSE) solutions.
Light Distribution (Uniformity)
An effective Horse Riding Arena Lighting solution must distribute light evenly across the arena floor to minimise shadows that may spook horses and cause injury. Lighting Uniformity can be optimised by well-designed light placement to increase coverage across the project area. Hence, it is important to ensure the best luminaire positions are determined prior to installation. Lights should be mounted as high as possible within the building, avoiding any obstructions or roof lights; this allows illuminance to distribute to the fullest extent.
Glare (UGR)
Visual comfort for the horse and rider is paramount, particularly when jumping is the main activity. Any visual impairment while riding at speed could prove fatal. Glare can be controlled at the design stage through luminaire positioning and surface reflectance compensation. Mounting the lights as high as possible will allow light disperse before reaching the rider and horse's line of sight. Further, placing lights away from highly reflective surfaces (Windows/Mirrors) will minimise indirect glare which may introduce visual discomfort at localised points within the arena.
LIGHTING DESIGN SOLUTIONS FOR INDOOR ARENAS
CIBSE Class I - 500 Lux
CIBSE Class III - 200 Lux
CIBSE Class II - 300 Lux
Lighting Design Solutions to Illuminate Competition Level Riding Venues.
CIBSE Class II - 300 Lux
CIBSE Class III - 200 Lux
CIBSE Class II - 300 Lux
Lighting Design Solutions to Illuminate Club Level Riding Venues.
CIBSE Class III - 200 Lux
CIBSE Class III - 200 Lux
CIBSE Class III - 200 Lux
Lighting Design Solutions to Illuminate Private/Personal Riding Venues.
OUTDOOR ARENA - LIGHTING CONSIDERATIONS
Outdoor Horse Riding Arena Lighting is subject to similar factors as experienced with Indoor Arenas, though the additional challenge of reducing environmental disruption must also be considered.
Illumination Requirements (Lux Levels)
Initially, the appropriate level of illumination for the Riding Arena's intended usage must be determined. A Class I (CIBSE) Solution will be most appropriate for Professional Level Riding, and allow televised recordings and accredited judging for events. Commercial Equestrian Centres and Riding Clubs benefit most from Class II (CIBSE) Solutions where events are typically not televised, but competitions are frequent for skilled riders. Planning Controls typically restrict Private Riding Arenas to Class III (CIBSE) guidelines due to the level of activities performed and environmental sensitivity.
Light Distribution (Uniformity)
In darkness, shadows become more prevalent, it is imperative that lighting solutions distribute light evenly across the arena floor to ride safely. Improving uniformity requires lights to be positioned to optimise coverage across the project area. LED Lighting should be mounted as high as possible to distribute light to the fullest extent. As a minimum, 6m Columns should be used for smaller Maneges, 8m Columns for larger Riding Arenas, and where permitted 10m Columns for Polo Arenas.
Glare (Rg)
Visual Discomfort can be reduced in Outdoor Arenas, through design practices. Installing luminaires with Minimal Upward Tilt reduces Upward Light Pollution and is favoured by Planning Departments, but also combats excessive light in the rider and horses line of sight. Further, enhancements to produce a low glare Outdoor Riding environment include the use of medium height lighting columns. Columns should be no less than 6m to permit safe jumping activities.
LIGHTING DESIGN SOLUTIONS FOR OUTDOOR ARENAS
CIBSE Class I - 500 Lux
CIBSE Class III - 100 Lux
CIBSE Class II - 200 Lux
Lighting Design Solutions to Illuminate Competition Level Riding Venues.
CIBSE Class II - 200 Lux
CIBSE Class III - 100 Lux
CIBSE Class II - 200 Lux
Lighting Design Solutions to Illuminate Club Level Riding Venues.
CIBSE Class III - 100 Lux
CIBSE Class III - 100 Lux
CIBSE Class III - 100 Lux
Lighting Design Solutions to Illuminate Private Riding Venues.