Description
The Chapel is a 940mm mini pillar lantern in black die-cast aluminium with clear glass panels and a traditional coach-lantern profile. The lantern head sits on a tapered column rising from a square plinth base, housing a single E27 bulb fitting (bulb sold separately) inside a four-panel glass enclosure with a decorative curved roof cap.
Designed for mounting on low walls, gate posts, driveways and patio edges, the Chapel stands below waist height at 940mm, making it suitable for positions where a full-height post lantern would dominate. The 170mm square footprint of the base requires a solid mounting surface such as a brick pier, rendered post or poured concrete plinth. The IP44 rating protects the internal fitting from rain and garden hose spray, allowing year-round outdoor installation in UK weather.
The die-cast aluminium construction resists corrosion better than pressed steel alternatives, and the black powder-coated finish holds its colour without the flaking or chalking that occurs with painted finishes over time. The clear glass panels transmit the full output of the bulb, so the Chapel works with warm-white LED, filament or halogen bulbs depending on the desired light character. The 60W maximum rating gives flexibility to choose brightness, though most users pair this size lantern with 6-10W LED bulbs for pathway and driveway illumination.
Specification
| Height |
940mm |
| Diameter |
170mm |
| Width |
170mm |
| Maximum Wattage |
60W |
| Socket |
E27 |
| Bulb(s) Included |
No |
| IP Rating |
IP44 |
| Warranty |
10 Year |
Frequently Asked
What surface does the Chapel need to be mounted on?
The 170mm square base requires a solid mounting surface such as a brick gate pier, rendered post or poured concrete plinth. The base is fixed using screws into the mounting surface, so a solid substrate is needed to support the weight and resist wind load.
Is it suitable for coastal locations?
The die-cast aluminium and powder-coated finish resist corrosion better than pressed steel or painted alternatives. However, for direct coastal exposure with salt spray, additional protective measures such as applying a clear lacquer coat may extend the finish life.
What bulb should I use?
The lantern takes any standard E27 bulb up to 60W. Most users choose a warm-white LED between 6-10W and 2700K-3000K for pathway and driveway lighting. Filament-style LED bulbs also work well with the clear glass panels.
Can it be wired to a timer or PIR sensor?
Yes. The lantern can be connected to external timers, photocells or PIR sensors via the mains wiring. This allows automatic operation at dusk or when motion is detected on a driveway.