Traditional roof lanterns in Cirencester
Buy traditional roof lanterns for homes in Cirencester and across Gloucestershire. Choose a standard size or have one made to your kerb, see a guide price straight away, then get a fixed written quote with delivery to your GL7 address.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Cirencester
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Cirencester homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
On the shortest day Cirencester gets about 7h 47m of daylight, with the sun only 14.8° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Suits orangeries and older houses
- Closer glazing bars for a period look
- Decorative ridge cresting and finials
Delivery and fitting in Cirencester
We confirm the delivery cost and date for GL7 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for GL7 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to GL7 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Cirencester
What traditional roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,495–£1,795£1,246 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,795–£2,095£1,496 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,295–£2,695£1,912 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,695–£5,495£3,912 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in a stock colour. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Cirencester
In England, building regulations energy guidance sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new and replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured horizontally.
Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.
Building regulations in Cirencester are checked by your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. Replacing a rooflight in an existing home is building work. Installers registered with a competent person scheme can self-certify; otherwise building control must be involved.
Sources: Approved Document L, GOV.UK · Planning Portal
Questions from Cirencester
Can I have cresting without finials, or the other way round?
Usually yes. Ranges treat cresting and finials as options. Tell us what you want and the quote will list each item.
Will a traditional lantern need planning permission?
The style does not change the planning position; size, height and location do. Listed buildings and conservation areas are the main cases where consent is more likely to be needed.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Cirencester?
Your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Cirencester?
Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for GL7.