Welcome to Light Years Ahead
Specialist lighting designed for where it matters most
We design and manufacture specialist lighting for custodial, mental healthcare, transport and high-risk spaces. Every product is tested to meet the highest safety and performance standards.
Our top products
Discover our full range of British-made luminaires, designed and tested to deliver reliable performance across mental healthcare, custodial, transport and beyond.
Designed for demanding spaces
From initial design through to installation, our products are created to perform and to last by undergoing rigorous in-house and independent testing. We work closely with those who specify, install and maintain lighting to ensure every solution meets the needs of its environment and the people it serves.
IK Ratings
Impact resistant lighting tested up to 300 joules
IP Ratings
Dust and water protection for any application
Anti-Ligature
Reduced anchor points for challenging environments
Making waves in the industry
Explore our latest updates and see how Light Years Ahead is helping to set new standards for performance, safety and innovation in the lighting industry.
Browse blogs, case studies and news.
Blog: Are fluorescent lights banned?
Are fluorescent lights banned in the UK? Learn what the phase-out means, which lamps are affected, and how Light Years Ahead supports compliant LED lighting.
Case Study: Northwick Park Hospital Mental Health Ward, London, NHS
Northwick Park Hospital’s Mental Health Ward recently underwent a significant LED lighting upgrade.
Case Study: Norton Street Arches
As part of the transformation of the Norton Street arches in Salford, our team was proud to support the project.
BS 8887-221:2024 – A New Standard for Luminaire Remanufacture
BS 8887-221:2024 is a new code of practice, providing a structured process for the remanufacture of luminaires as part of the broader MADE approach.
Associations and Accreditations
Sector information
At Light Years Ahead, we design and manufacture specialist luminaires for challenging environments, from mental healthcare and custodial settings to transport, infrastructure and public spaces.
Since 1997, our products have been trusted by architects, consultants, estates teams and contractors across the UK and beyond. Our luminaires are designed and manufactured in our Suffolk facility to meet the highest standards for safety, performance and durability.