Stirling Castle 2 Light Semi-Flush Ceiling Light - British Bronze

The Stirling Castle is a 476mm semi-flush ceiling light with a textured excavation glass bowl held by cast metal arms in a British bronze finish, taking two E27 bulbs (sold separately). The metalwork features overlapping Gothic arch details and acanthus leaf scrollwork across the caged canopy and lower finial, with the glass bowl sitting 362mm below the ceiling rose once fitted.

Designed for entrance halls, dining rooms and living rooms with ceiling heights of 2.4m or above, the Stirling Castle provides ambient downward light through the excavation glass bowl while the metalwork adds architectural presence. The semi-flush configuration sits closer to the ceiling than a full pendant, making it suitable for rooms where a chandelier would hang too low but a flush mount would feel too minimal. The 476mm diameter works in rooms 3.5-5m across without overwhelming the space.

The excavation glass is moulded with a ribbed pattern that diffuses light while maintaining clarity when unlit, giving the bowl texture and weight. The British bronze finish on the cast metal has a darker, cooler tone than antique brass, with subtle green-grey undertones that suit traditional and period interiors. The Gothic arch detailing and acanthus scrolls reference medieval lantern designs without replicating them directly. Each E27 socket accepts bulbs up to 60W, allowing the fitting to produce 1,200-1,600 lumens total when paired with modern LED bulbs.

What bulbs does it take?

The Stirling Castle takes two E27 (Edison screw) bulbs, each up to 60W maximum. Bulbs are sold separately. Most users pair this with warm-white LED bulbs between 8-12W and 2700K-3000K for ambient lighting in a hallway or dining room.

What ceiling height is needed?

The fitting drops 362mm below the ceiling rose once installed, so a ceiling height of at least 2.4m is recommended to maintain comfortable clearance. In rooms with higher ceilings (2.7m+), the semi-flush configuration keeps the light closer to the ceiling than a pendant would.

Is the glass textured or smooth?

The excavation glass bowl is moulded with a ribbed pattern that creates texture and diffuses light. This softens the light output while maintaining clarity when the light is off, giving the glass visual weight rather than a flat smooth appearance.

What's the difference between British bronze and antique brass?

British bronze has a darker, cooler tone than antique brass, with subtle green-grey undertones rather than warm golden tones. It pairs well with cooler palettes, grey-toned woods and traditional interiors where brass would feel too warm.