Light trails are a relatively new thing. They are being seen as an option for cities, and local authorities to draw visitors and in turn boost economies. The secondary spending for the hospitality sector is effective and great.

Light shows are a great winter option for darker days, they provide a good lead up to Christmas markets and signal the end of summer events. Some of the most popular are Illuminature - Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, Lightopia - Crystal Palace and even Winchester cathedral has a light and sound art installation. Organisers benefit from ticket sales, the average adult ticket costing around 25.00 but also food and beverage sales are huge.

Lumiere in London hosted over 1.3 million visitors, this was a free event but the economic impact was huge, 6.2 million directly and 22.2 million in overall spending.

Of course any outdoor event such as this needs outdoor power, Pop Up Power Supplies have a range of service units that are suitable for this kind of outdoor event.

Event organisers and local authorities are responsible for the safe delivery of such events. Pedestrian access must be clear and any risk of electrocution has to be managed.

Mobile generators are used to power everything from food stands, refrigeration systems, lighting displays and hospitality trucks. Generators are extremely hazardous, if used carelessly they can cause fires, carbon monoxide poisoning or even electrocution.

Pop Up Power Supplies® provides a range of retractable service units that deliver a reliable, effective, and safe power supply for outdoor events such as these. There are three main units in the range – pop up units, power bollards and in-ground, all of which provide a range of outdoor power. Each unit is available with a range of configurations, as well as bespoke in-ground power units or pop up units with recessed tops that can accommodate different forms of surface material such as paving, grass and unusual materials.

Possibly the most suitable power unit for a light trail is a Retractable Telescopic Feeder Pillar. The ‘pop up’ nature of these units are space saving and mitigate the need for cumbersome generators.

Some of the key features of this Versatile unit are:

●    Raised using a turning handle
●    Allows cables to be connected
●    Epoxy-polyester powder finish
●    Unit tops are stainless steel or cast iron
●    Can accommodate up to 40 tonnes
●    Sockets to suit 63, 125 or 600 amps
●    Recessed top to accommodate surface material

Staging an outdoor event in the urban public environment is a great commercial activity for any local authority. Attracting more people to make use of public space, not only boosts the commercial viability of our town centres, but it also helps to create a sense of community and well-being. Music festivals, carol concerts, exhibitions, markets: all of these help to create a thriving local economy.

Retractable units are so useful as they are installed safely underground until they are needed, they can then be raised to provide a safe and secure power supply. For landscape conformity, each unit can have surface material, matching the surrounding area, inserted in the recessed cover so there is minimal visual impact on the overall area. This is an important consideration when the units are to be installed at historic and listed sites such as Blenheim Palace and Warwick Castle.

When holding an outdoor event, a secure power supply is vital. Pop Up Power provides retractable supply units and flip lid power units that are proven to deliver both a constant and efficient power supply, wherever needed.Pop Up Power Supplies® already offer a clever solution for many Christmas events throughout the UK and are currently used extensively.

To discuss how the range from Pop Up Power Supplies® can transform the potential of your sporting event, please contact us or call 020 8227 0208.