A guide to garden lighting for fences

If you’re staying out in the garden until late and need some garden lights to keep out of the dark, our solution would be garden lighting for fences. Practical and sweet, this type of garden light can stay out of the way and can hide in your shrubbery – or it can make a gorgeous statement piece.

Finding the right light that complements your garden's design, meets your practical needs, and aligns with your aesthetic preferences can be quite the task. Garden candles, for instance, can introduce a cosy ambience and intimacy. Or opt for solar lanterns that harness the sun's energy during the day and provide consistent illumination at night.

Black Friday deals on garden lighting

We interrupt the regularly scheduled content to let you know that although Black Friday is over, there are still plenty of discounts to take advantage of throughout the Cyber weekend, including a whole host of Black Friday deals on garden lighting. Want to grab a bargain? These are the best deals still available or keep scrolling to continue reading our buyer's guide.

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Top deal: KMASHI Solar Fence Lights, WAS £23.99, NOW £15.95
52% off: Ulanox Globe String Battery-Powered Outdoor Lights WAS £20, NOW £9.58
14% off: Ehaho Outdoor String Light, 55 ft/17 m, WAS £34.99, NOW £29.99
21% off: Auraglow Solar Powered LED Garden Light, WAS £18.99, NOW £14.99
21% off: btfarm Retro Solar Fence Lighting , WAS £28.99, NOW £22.99

Garden fences are not only great for privacy but can add structure to your garden too. To make it fit the aesthetic of your outdoor space, just add some garden fence paint and some lighting, and you have made your surroundings part of your decor.

Figuring out the best garden lighting for your fence can be a big project. So, to avoid you rushing into any purchases, Modern Gardens has answered some FAQs before our round-up.

Best garden lighting for fences at a glance

• Best Fairy Lights for Garden Fence: Ivy Solar String Lights – View on Argos
• Best Waterproof Fence Lighting: LiyuanQ, Solar Fence Lights – View on Amazon UK
• Best Fence Lighting with Motion Sensor: Habitat Solar Motion Detection Lights – View on Habitat

The best garden lighting for fences

FAQs

What types of fence lighting are there?

Solar: Harnessing the power of the sun, these lights charge during the day and illuminate your garden at night.

Battery: Powered by batteries, these are often portable and can be placed wherever needed.

Mains: These are connected to your home's electricity supply, providing consistent lighting.

How will you power your fence lighting?

You may be thinking… what is the best garden lighting for fences?

If you’re seeking permanent fence lighting or any outdoor garden lighting, installing an electric cable could be the best option. However, though we are aware that this is a large project, it can be very rewarding to have a mains-powered outdoor space.

Before you attempt anything, talk with an electrician to find out if this is a good (and viable) option for you and what the next steps would entail, including any added cost for the installation job. This option isn’t exactly budget-friendly, but once you have cables out, your garden will be a haven.

If you’re tentative about a permanent solution to outdoor lighting and don’t see it in your budget, that’s fine. There are some alternatives that are cheaper to install. Instead, consider something temporary like battery-powered lighting. You can’t go wrong! Most of our list is comprised of solar lights - as they're popular, easy to maintain and sustainable. Or – perhaps, candles. You can achieve something cosy and intimate.

For those concerned about the environment and their energy bills, the greenest and most cost-effective option would be to install solar-powered lighting, and they’re automatic too.

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Piper Huxley is a Homes, Gardens and Wellness Product Writer for A Modern Kitchen, specialising in cookware. When she’s not cooking up a storm in the kitchen, Piper is re-watching a TV show or listening to a podcast.