Outdoor Fairy Lights

Bring the inside out with our extensive range of outdoor fairy lights.

Decorating your garden space has never been easier, our selection of outside garden fairy lights allows you to add ambience and soft lighting to your garden. You can choose from easy to use battery powered fairy lights, energy saving solar powered fairy lights and mains plug-in fairy lights to create unique features in your garden.

Here at Festive Lights, we have a huge selection of outdoor fairy lights that you can use to transform your garden. We have solutions for any size garden, patio, terrace and balcony as well as any budget. Our fairy lights can be powered by batteries, solar panels or mains electric supply whichever fits your needs.

Perfect Outdoor Fairy Lighting

Battery powered fairy lights are a simple and safe alternative to mains connected lights for your garden. Easy to set up and control, our selection of battery powered fairy lights can help you create unique lighting designs to add the extra wow factor to your garden, the simple and affordable choice. Solar powered fairy lights work all year round and require very little maintenance. Use to create numerous lighting schemes in your garden with our solar powered fairy lights and don’t worry about having to change lots of batteries. Perfect to add to small shrubs, trees and patio areas.

Connectable plug-in fairy lights are ideal if you're looking to add lighting to large areas of your garden. The energy efficient, waterproof, connectable plug-in fairy lights are great for all year round use, come in a variety of lengths and sizes ideal if you want to add some light to fences, outdoor building or pergolas.

When installing outdoor fairy lights from Festive Lights, you will have everything you need for easy installation and you can choose from a range of different functions. Timers which allow you to choose what time you want your lights to come on and when you want them to go off. You can also set your lights to different flashing formations and also have lights which have auto on-off and easy change functions. Our outdoor fairy lighting comes in a range of different designs which will make your garden really stand out. Simple outdoor string fairy lights which you can wrap around bushes and trees for an easy design update. Unique cascading outdoor fairy lights which can add a blanket of lighting to your garden. Waterfall fairy lights hang easily from the side of buildings, fences or walls to brighten up a plain area.

Fairy lights aren’t just for Christmas, Festive Lights outdoor fairy lights can be used to light up entrance ways or to light the way along paths and help you enjoy summer evenings outdoors and entertaining friends. Our durable outdoor fairy lighting also comes in a range of different colours with cool and warm bulbs, and multicoloured LED bulbs.

Don’t forget to switch it up for the festive season. Now is the time to order our twinkly outdoor Christmas fairy lights, some of which you can now even control via your mobile phone with a smart app.

Ready to Transform Your Garden? Discover Our Premium Outdoor Fairy Lights

Bring the magic of ambient lighting into your outdoor living spaces with the UK’s finest selection of outdoor fairy lights. Whether you are planning a summer garden party, creating year-round patio ambiance, or decking the halls for the festive season, Festive Lights provides the perfect illumination solution. Our comprehensive range of outside garden fairy lights is designed for maximum impact and minimum hassle, ensuring your exterior spaces look stunning, whatever the weather.

Which Power Source is Right for My Garden?

We understand that every garden is unique, which is why we offer ultimate flexibility across power options. For areas without easy access to a plug socket, our solar powered fairy lights and battery-operated outdoor lights are ideal. Solar lights recharge themselves during the day and automatically switch on at dusk, offering an energy-saving and eco-friendly lighting solution. Alternatively, our robust mains-powered string lights, including our innovative ConnectGo and ConnectPro systems, provide a consistent, bright glow, perfect for permanent installations or professional displays. Choose mains power for unrivalled performance over long distances and battery power for temporary, versatile placements like decorating a central table or small balcony.

How Can I Achieve Professional-Grade Garden Lighting?

For those seeking expansive, commercial-quality displays, look no further than our flagship Connectable Lighting Systems. The ConnectPro range offers heavy-duty, commercial-grade components and long-running LED technology, allowing you to link multiple sets from a single plug socket, often reaching spectacular lengths of over 100 metres. This low-voltage, modular design makes installation simple, safe, and entirely bespoke. If you need something more flexible for residential use, our popular ConnectGo collection provides the same easy linkability in a versatile format, enabling you to mix and match different light styles and colours across your garden. This scalability means you only buy the length you need, saving you time and money.

Are These LED String Lights Built to Last in British Weather?

Absolutely. Durability and safety are paramount. All our products are specifically rated for permanent outdoor use and are constructed with weatherproof components, often featuring heavy-duty rubber cables and high IP ratings to withstand rain, frost, and UV exposure. By choosing high-quality outdoor LED string lights, you benefit from exceptional energy efficiency and bulbs that last significantly longer than traditional filament lights, drastically reducing replacement costs and maintenance. From sparkling micro-lights for wrapping around small shrubs to large berry lights for feature trees, we have the quality light strings to transform any corner of your space. Shop the collection today and light up your home's exterior with confidence.

Outdoor Fairy Lights FAQ Section

What is the main difference between the ConnectGo® and ConnectPro® systems?

The main difference lies in their application and cable type. ConnectGo® is designed for high-quality residential and general outdoor use with versatile, easy-to-use components, while ConnectPro® is our professional, heavy-duty system, typically featuring more robust rubber cabling and higher component ratings suitable for commercial installations or large-scale, permanent garden displays.

How long do solar powered fairy lights typically stay lit for?

Solar powered fairy lights will typically stay lit for 6 to 8 hours on a full charge, provided the solar panel receives direct sunlight for 6-8 hours during the day. Performance can vary depending on the season and the amount of ambient light the panel receives.

What does 'IP rating' mean for my outdoor garden fairy lights?

The IP (Ingress Protection) rating indicates how well an electrical enclosure is protected against solids (like dust) and liquids (like water). For our outdoor lights, we recommend an IP rating of at least IP44, which confirms the product is safe from splashing water and is suitable for general UK weather conditions.

Are the LED lights replaceable if one bulb fails on a string?

For most modern LED string lights, the bulbs are non-replaceable, but because LEDs last for tens of thousands of hours, bulb failure is extremely rare. However, our modular systems like ConnectPro® often feature interchangeable bulbs or sections, meaning if one part fails, you can easily replace just that component rather than the entire string.

Can I safely use these outdoor string lights for permanent, year-round garden decoration?

Yes, many of our low voltage garden lights and heavy-duty ConnectPro® systems are specifically designed for permanent, year-round installation. They use durable, weather-resistant materials to ensure they remain safe and functional throughout all seasons.

What is the maximum length I can connect using the Connectable Lighting Systems?

For our most powerful systems, such as ConnectPro®, you can typically connect up to 100 metres of lights from a single power source, depending on the specific product and wattage load. Check the product specifications for the exact maximum connectable length for any given set.

How are the battery powered outdoor lights activated and controlled?

Our battery powered outdoor lights are designed for simplicity, often featuring a small, weatherproof battery box with an on/off switch. Many also include a built-in timer function (e.g., 6 hours on, 18 hours off) and sometimes offer multiple light effect modes controlled by a button on the box.

Should I choose warm white or cool white LED string lights for my patio?

This is down to preference and desired ambiance. Warm white emits a soft, yellowish glow that is perfect for creating a cosy, traditional, and welcoming atmosphere, which is usually preferred for patios and seating areas. Cool white offers a brighter, bluish-white light, often chosen for modern spaces or to make decorations, like winter frost, appear crisper.

Do you offer smart or app-controlled fairy lights for outdoor use?

Yes, we feature ranges like Twinkly™ which are Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled. These smart outdoor fairy lights allow you to control colours, effects, patterns, and timers directly via a mobile app, offering complete customisation for the ultimate display.