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Next shoppers are snapping them up for the upcoming warmer weather(Image: James Maloney)
Now that spring is upon us, shoppers are turning their attention outdoors. For most of us, patios and gardens have remained untouched since September and the easiest way to bring some life back into the space is with a new outdoor light.
Whether you’re planning some garden gatherings, Easter BBQs, or simply like to look out at an illuminated space of an evening, lights are a great way to add instant ambience. Next has a range of beautiful lights which have earned high ratings from shoppers.
See below for our top five picks, or check out the Dunelm spring sale where there’s plenty of gems suitable for outdoor use. For example, the Kai Side Table, Ditsy Print, now £8.40, is said to be ideal for a “coffee in the garden”, while the 10 LED Warm White Colour Caged String Lights, £15, add a pop of colour against greenery.
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Black 40 Warm White LED Outdoor Festoon Line Lights 9.8M – £28
Next’s “beautiful” Black 40 Warm White LED Outdoor Festoon Line Lights 9.8M(Image: Next)
The Black 40 Warm White LED Outdoor Festoon Line Lights 9.8M, priced at £28, offer a mains powered light source that avoids the need for batteries. Shoppers have said they look “so pretty and welcoming”, turning patios into a “Mediterranean courtyard”.
Creating a warm white glow, the lights are ideal for adding ambience to the garden, especially during warm weather gatherings this spring and summer. They’ve earned a high rating of 4.7/5 stars overall with some shoppers claiming them to last for years.
Find them on the website here.
Grey Concrete Effect Solar Outdoor Light Sphere – £35
Grey Concrete Effect Solar Outdoor Light Sphere(Image: Next)
Next shoppers have been praising the “gorgeous” Grey Concrete Effect Solar Outdoor Light Sphere which features a simple orb design that’s made to look like concrete. The light is available in two sizes, small for £35 and medium for £60.
It has a solar-powered system that runs for six to eight hours following an eight hour charge. According to shoppers, it comes partly charged and emits a ‘bright light’ at full potential. On the Next website, it’s earned a high 4.7/5 star rating with nine customer reviews to back it up.
Find it on the website here.
Grey Playful Rabbits Solar Large Ball Outdoor Light – £25
It’s perfect for Easter(Image: Next)
The Grey Playful Rabbits Solar Large Ball Outdoor Light is priced at £25 and features a charming design that’s ideal for the upcoming Easter festivities. The resin decoration features a stone-effect finish with a solar ball that’s propped up by two little rabbits.
It has an on/off function and a replaceable and rechargeable AA Ni-MH battery is included. With a charge time of six hours, the light feature should run for up to eight hours. On the Next website, it’s earned a 4.6/5 star rating with 21 customer reviews.
Find it on the website here.
Sage Green Set of 2 Solar Filigree Lanterns – £35
Sage Green Set of 2 Solar Filigree Lanterns – £35(Image: Next)
The Sage Green Set of 2 Solar Filigree Lanterns is priced at £35 and comprises two different sized spherical lanterns made from a sage green metal that features little leaf cut outs throughout. According to shoppers, it casts a “lovely” pattern onto the surrounding space.
The large one measures H28 X Dia21cm and the small H24 X Dia18cm. The sage green wash allows it to blend it nicely with garden foliage, creating a cohesive look. Shoppers have rated it 4.3/5 stars overall with four reviews.
Find it on the website here.
Black Solar Sparkle Ball Outdoor Light – £20
The light is available in two sizes(Image: Next)
The Black Solar Sparkle Ball Outdoor Light has gained only five star reviews so far, perfect for creating a warm glow when hung from trees or gates. Priced at £20 for a small, the light is also available in a large size for £35.
It features a black spherical metal frame dotted with warm white fairy lights, according to the brand it can either be used as a hanging pendant or as a floor pathfinder. For size reference, the small light has dimensions of: Height 26.5c /Diameter 25cm while the large size measures: Height 37cm/Diameter 40cm.
Find it on the website here.
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