Decorative lighting effects can do a great deal to add to your special
occasion. The museum building is always attractive, always has great character,
and will look good on its own, but the addition of lighting effects can add a
spectacular appearance that will boost the "wow factor" of your special
occasion! There is no limit to ideas. Below we have some suggestions!
Ground Floor Wall Lighting
We provide, free of charge, a limited amount of
decorative lighting on the ground floor, where agreed with the client. This is
only normally set up if the ground floor is to be used to host the guests
during the hours of darkness.
We also light the wall behind the narrowboat Coronis
using various coloured spotlights pointing up the wall, during darkness, unless
the client asks for something different. This is free.
Special Requests
We are not lighting specialists. For special effects we
suggest Party Lights, who will
provide a complete design and installation service for you. However we can
offer some straightforward special effects at a moderate charge, as shown on
this page, and we might be able to help with your special request. For
instance, do you want all the lights to be blue? If you have a particular
special request please discuss this with us. Charges will vary depending on the
complexity of what is wanted and the amount of equipment we need.
Coloured Spotlamps
The normal lighting of the first floor can be changed by fitting
coloured spotlaps in the normal light fittings. This makes for more of a party
atmosphere, with a lower light level. There is a charge of £25 plus VAT
for this.
The Uplighters
The Victorian brick walls have a warm character that can be
highlighted, adding to the charm of this unique venue. The museum has a set of
eight uplighters available.
These uplighters can be supplied and set up by London Canal Museum.
The charge is £65 plus VAT or £80 plus VAT if you would like a
mixture of coloured lamps to be used. Uplighters may be moved or removed during
a disco, in the area of the dancing or otherwise when it is likely that they
may be accidentally kicked or be a trip hazard. They are ideal for use during a
meal that will be memorable for a long time to come! We can also light the
opposite wall, which is above the horse ramp, with floodlights at no additional
charge, as shown below.
Large Picture Gallery
Horse Ramp Wall
We can light the horse ramp wall with
coloured spotlights to enhance the atmosphere. Alternativey this can be done
with plain white lighting to bring out the character of the brickwork. A basic
lighting effect on this wall is provided free. For white lights or anything
more complex, a small charge may be made.
Lighting is of course more effective during the hours of darkness.
Lighting can be used to make an already beautiful building extra special, to
create the atmosphere that you want for your occasion. For example, you might
want an informal, bright party atmosphere. Or perhaps you would like a
businesslike, sophisticated environment for a corporate event? A candle-lit
dinner, with illuminated brick walls and darkened dining area, perhaps with
lights in the roof? There are many ways to enhance your event!
Roof Lighting
We can
hire a set of three environment-friendly LED spotlights that change colour and
focus on the Victorian timber roof. These need to be booked with us at least a
couple of weeks in advance. Our roof is lit in a feast of changing colour, or
can be a single fixed colour. The charge for this including external hire
arranged by us and installation will be quoted on request as LED equipment is
constantly changing.
We have a set of warm white LED fairy lights that make four lengths of
the first floor roof. The charge for hire of these is £45. This does not
include installation. You can install them yourself or we can install at a
charge of £50. However, if you are arranging labour from the museum for
other set-up tasks then, if your timetable permits, these staff may be able to
install the simple fairy lights at no extra charge.
Other Lighting Ideas
We are happy to discuss your own ideas for creative lighting and we
may be able to offer to do additional things. Colour themes can be provided,
and the increasing availability of LED colour changing lighting raises endless
possibilities. Lighting effects in the ice well are possible. Bring us your
ideas!
External Decorating and Lighting Specialists
If you want something elaborate or extensive you may need to engage a
specialist firm. It is worth talking to us about what you want first, as
in-house lighting work is usually going to be cheaper than the engagement of an
external specialist. We can suggest the following firms:
Decorations for
Celebrations - this firm has worked at the museum several times
Party Lights - this firm
produced a spectacular lighting canopy, which you can see in the gallery
Alternative Occasions - has
yet to work at the museum but specialises in lighting and decor hire, including
installation and themes.
