Dark Skies Policy

At its recent meeting, the Parish Council adopted a Dark Skies policy. The policy sets out some guidance which residents are being asked to follow:

• Turn off exterior lights – don’t leave porch or security lights burning all night long.

• Use exterior lighting which is controlled by a sensor.

• Reduce spillage from windows and roof lights – use thick curtains or blackout blinds.

• Light only what is necessary – trip hazards, steps.

• Use carefully directed lighting using cones, shades, and appropriate aiming angles to ensure that light is only shone in the direction needed.

• Do not use upward facing ground lights or illuminated bollards.

• Be careful of colour temperatures – LED lights are typically high. Aim for lights with a colour temperature of between 1750 – 3000 Kelvin This will minimise the more harmful blue wavelengths.

The full policy is below.