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Lightning Fibre

Lightning Fibre is an alternative network (altnet) operator delivering full fibre broadband to homes and businesses in East Sussex.

★★★★★ 4.8 / 5
5059 reviews on Trustpilot Last verified: 04/05/2026
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About Lightning Fibre

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Lightning Fibre is an alternative network (altnet) operator delivering full fibre broadband to homes and businesses in East Sussex.

Independent profile snapshot

This extended snapshot summarises how the provider presents itself in the UK market. It supplements the dataset-led summary above.

Lightning Fibre is a leading independent East Sussex-focused alternative network operator delivering own-built full-fibre (FTTP) gigabit broadband to homes and businesses across Eastbourne, Hastings and surrounding East Sussex coastal and rural communities. Registered under holding entity LF Holdco 2 Ltd (Companies House 15474345, incorporated 8 February 2024) at Unit 17, Connect 27 Business Park, Twin Oaks Drive, Polegate, East Sussex BN26 6GP and led by directors Timothy Mark Passingham and Amit Rishi Jaysukh Thakrar with parent Foresight Fibre Holdco Limited (Foresight Group), the company has been trading since 2017 from an Eastbourne base. Lightning Fibre is an ISPA member and multi-award winner, having won ISPA Awards 2023 Best Consumer ISP Under 50k Customers and ISPA Awards 2024 Best Consumer ISP Under 100k Customers. The operator subscribes to the Communications Ombudsman Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme. Trustpilot records an outstanding 4.8 out of 5 from 4,985 reviews (as of April 2026), one of the highest-rated consumer-scale altnet ratings in the UK, reflecting consistently exceptional customer experience. Contact 01323 380 260 or help@lightningfibre.co.uk.

Key details

Year founded2017
ISPA member Listed member View ISPA members directory →
ADR schemeCommunications Ombudsman
Parent companyForesight Fibre Holdco Limited
Legal name LF Holdco 2 Ltd Companies House 15474345 →

Directors

Timothy Mark Passingham, Amit Rishi Jaysukh Thakrar

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What stands out

  • Full fibre network
  • Business-grade service
  • Independent UK altnet
  • ISPA member

Recognition

  • Sussex altnet recognition
  • ISPA recognition
  • ISPA Awards 2023 - Best Consumer ISP under 50k customers (winner)
  • ISPA Awards 2024 - Best Consumer ISP under 100k customers (winner)
  • Connected Britain 2025 - Broadband Provider of the Year (winner)
  • UK Fibre Awards 2025 - Take Up Champion (winner)
  • UK Fibre Awards 2025 - Sales/Commercial team of the year (winner)

Technologies on file

These labels come from our directory data for this provider. Short explanations below describe the technology terms in general; they are not a statement about availability at your address.

  • FTTP (own network) Full fibre to your door. Fastest and most reliable.

Coverage

East Sussex

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If something goes wrong

Here is where Lightning Fibre sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that Lightning Fibre must follow.
Complaints
Communications Ombudsman. The Communications Ombudsman is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. After eight weeks with an unresolved complaint, you can escalate for an independent decision.
Switching
Complies with One Touch Switch. Your new provider handles the switch.
Industry code
Operates under the ISPA Code of Practice.
Security
Cyber Essentials: Yes (typical for B2B telecoms)

Questions and answers

Straight answers from our directory fields for Lightning Fibre. If you need live pricing or availability, use the postcode tool or the provider link above.

Where can I verify Lightning Fibre's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists LF Holdco 2 Ltd under company number 15474345. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What Trustpilot figures does this directory show for Lightning Fibre?
Our directory captured Trustpilot as 4.8 out of 5 with 5059 reviews. Snapshot date in our directory: 04/05/2026. Trustpilot updates live; use the Trustpilot link on this page for the current score.
What coverage note is on file for Lightning Fibre?
Our dataset records: East Sussex
Is Lightning Fibre in the BroadbandSwitch postcode comparison tool?
No. This provider is not currently among those we return in the postcode comparison tool. You can still compare other providers we list.
What does verification status mean on this profile?
This profile's verification status in our directory is recorded as: verified. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag Lightning Fibre as Ofcom-registered?
Yes. We record this provider as Ofcom-registered (General Conditions of entitlement). For complaints or disputes, follow the dispute route and Ofcom guidance that apply to your situation.
Which dispute resolution scheme does this directory list for Lightning Fibre?
Communications Ombudsman. The Communications Ombudsman is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. After eight weeks with an unresolved complaint, you can escalate for an independent decision.
Does this directory record One Touch Switch for Lightning Fibre?
Our dataset records One Touch Switch as: Yes (Ofcom-mandated compliance).
Does this directory record ISPA Code of Practice adherence?
Yes. The ISPA Code of Practice field is set to yes in our dataset for this provider.
What is the BroadbandSwitch verification score?
It is an internal score from 1 to 10 based on how thoroughly we have checked Companies House, regulator and trade-body fields, and independent review data where available. It is not a measure of customer satisfaction.
What is the deals section on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
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How does a UK broadband provider list deals on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
A verified provider submits their offer to editor@broadbandswitch.uk using the structured submission template, in exchange for a permanent backlink from their own site.
Is there a charge for the deals section?
No. The deals section is free of charge, with no contract and no affiliate commission required for inclusion on the record.
What rules govern the deals content?
All deals must comply with Ofcom General Condition C1 (in force 17 January 2025) on price rises in pounds and pence, and the CAP code on broadband speed claims (median peak-time average, in force 23 May 2018).
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BroadbandSwitch.uk monitors linking domains. If the backlink is removed and not restored within 14 days, the deals section is taken down to keep the exchange fair.
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The full guide is on this site at https://broadbandswitch.uk/style-guide/

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