Outdoor Lighting

Find the right outside lights for your home and garden. From security lighting with motion sensors to decorative lights for patios and pathways, our outdoor lighting range covers every area around your property. Choose from solar powered, LED, battery and mains options — all waterproof and built for year-round UK weather.

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Choose Your Outdoor Lighting Type

Select a category to explore lights designed for different areas around your home and garden.

Which Outdoor Light Do You Need?

The right outside light depends on where you need it and what it needs to do. Use the guide below to match your lighting to the job.

Security & Safety

  • PIR sensor lights for driveways and front doors
  • Motion detector lights for side passages and gates
  • High-lumen floodlights for car parks and yards
  • Dusk-to-dawn porch lights for constant visibility

Ambience & Decoration

  • Festoon and fairy lighting for patios and pergolas
  • Ground lights for borders, beds and pathways
  • Lantern and pendant styles for seating areas
  • Colour-changing LEDs for garden features

Functional & Utility

  • Shed and workshop lighting for outbuildings
  • Garage lights with sensor activation
  • Wall-mounted exterior lights for entrances
  • Fence and post lights for boundary illumination

What to Look for in Outdoor Lighting

Choosing the right outside lights for your house means balancing durability, brightness and convenience. Here are the key factors to consider.

  • Waterproof rating: Look for IP44 or higher for exposed locations. IP65-rated lights handle driving rain and are ideal for walls, driveways and open garden areas
  • Brightness (lumens): 100–200 lumens suits paths and decoration. 400+ lumens is better for security and motion-activated exterior lights
  • Power source: Solar powered lights need no wiring and cost nothing to run. Battery and mains options suit shaded spots or areas needing constant output
  • Sensors and activation: PIR outside lights switch on automatically when movement is detected — ideal for front doors, driveways and side gates
  • Installation: Most LED outdoor lights are DIY-friendly with no electrician needed. Wall, ground and fence mounts cover the main fitting types
  • Runtime and charging: Check battery capacity and expected hours of illumination, especially for sensor-activated and dusk-to-dawn models

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I light my porch without electricity?
Solar powered porch lights charge during the day and switch on automatically at dusk — no wiring or mains connection needed. Battery-operated outside lights are another option, especially for covered porches that receive less direct sunlight. Both types install in minutes with basic fixings.
Do I need an electrician to fit an outside light?
Not for solar or battery-powered lights. These are fully self-contained and mount with screws or ground stakes. Mains-wired exterior lights should be installed by a qualified electrician, particularly in wet or exposed locations.
Are outdoor lights waterproof?
Quality outdoor lights carry an IP (Ingress Protection) rating that indicates their resistance to water and dust. IP44 covers splashes, while IP65 handles heavy rain and jet spray. All lights in this range are rated for outdoor use in UK weather conditions.
How do outdoor sensor lights work?
Motion detector lights use a PIR (passive infrared) sensor to detect body heat within a set range — typically 3 to 12 metres. When movement is detected, the light activates for a set duration before switching off again. This makes them energy-efficient and effective for driveways, entrances and side passages.
What type of outside lights work best for the front of a house?
For the front of a house, a combination works well: a dusk-to-dawn wall light beside the door for constant porch lighting, and a PIR sensor light above the driveway or path for motion-activated security. LED models provide bright, energy-efficient illumination in both cases.

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