Transform Your Garden with Solar Festoon Lights from Garden Lights Direct

May 5, 2025

At Garden Lights Direct, we specialise in stylish and functional solar garden lighting designed to elevate your outdoor spaces. Our range of solar festoon lights and solar string lights offers a blend of classic design, cutting-edge solar technology, and weather-resistant durability—perfect for garden parties, patios, and all-year-round ambient lighting. Whether you’re after elegant frost-glow bulbs or heavy-duty string lighting for a larger area, we have a solution that fits.

Why Choose Our Solar Garden String Lights?

Energy-Efficient: Powered by the sun, these lights reduce your electricity bill and carbon footprint.
Easy Installation: No need for wiring—just plug in the stake-mounted solar panel, and you're ready to go.
Weather-Resistant: All our garden string lights are designed to withstand UK weather conditions.
Aesthetic Appeal: Create a warm, inviting glow with festoon bulbs that enhance outdoor décor.

Explore Our Festoon Lighting Range in Detail

Nova 10m Solar Festoon Lights – Soft Warm White

The Nova 10m Solar Festoon Lights are a best-selling choice for those seeking a simple, reliable, and beautifully lit garden. Designed with a durable black rubber cable and 10 classic warm white bulbs, these solar string lights provide soft illumination ideal for fences, balconies, pergolas, or pathways.

Power Source: Solar panel with a ground stake and wall-mount option
Length: 10 metres
Bulbs: 10 warm white globe bulbs
Features: Auto on/off at dusk and dawn, weatherproof build
Perfect For: Relaxed evening ambience, garden dining areas, or as lightweight string lights for temporary events

Cotswold 10m USB & Solar Festoon Lights – 20 Bulbs

The Cotswold Solar Festoon Lights give you flexibility and performance with dual charging options—solar or USB. Featuring 20 energy-saving LED bulbs spaced evenly along a 10-metre cable, they’re ideal for larger garden installations or extended use during cloudy weeks.

Power Source: Solar with USB charging option
Length: 10 metres
Bulbs: 20 shatterproof LED bulbs
Features: Dual charging, warm white light, auto on/off, energy-efficient
Perfect For: Weddings, commercial venues, and shaded gardens that need a USB backup

Portofino 15m Premium Festoon Lights – E27 Bulbs

The Portofino Festoon String Lights are a premium option in our range, featuring replaceable E27 warm white bulbs for maximum brightness and longevity. With 15 metres of heavy-duty cable, this set is ideal for long runs or larger outdoor entertaining spaces.

Power Source: Mains-powered
Length: 15 metres
Bulbs: 15 x E27 warm white bulbs (replaceable)
Cable: Commercial-grade black rubber
Perfect For: Restaurants, patios, beer gardens, and permanent outdoor setups
Note: While not solar, they pair beautifully with other solar garden string lights for hybrid installations

Meribel 10m Frosted Festoon Lights – Soft Diffused Glow

If you're after a more elegant, diffused lighting effect, the Meribel Frosted Festoon Lights are the perfect choice. The frosted finish on each bulb softens the warm white light, making them perfect for creating a calming and stylish atmosphere.

Power Source: Mains-powered
Length: 10 metres
Bulbs: 10 frosted warm white E27 bulbs
Design: Black rubber cable for a professional finish
Perfect For: Pergolas, bistros, or decorative accent lighting
Styling Tip: Use them in tandem with plants and outdoor furniture to highlight feature areas

25ft Solar Festoon Lights with Remote & Spare Bulb

For those who love convenience, this 25ft solar festoon light set comes with a remote control, allowing you to turn your lights on/off, switch between lighting modes, and control brightness with ease. It also includes a spare bulb to keep things running long-term.

Power Source: Solar-powered
Length: 25ft (approximately 7.6m)
Bulbs: 12 LED bulbs + 1 spare
Features: Remote-controlled operation, dimming function, multiple light modes
Perfect For: Garden paths, balconies, or anywhere you want added control over your lighting

Why Customers Love Our Festoon Range

All lights come with a warranty and satisfaction guarantee
Easy-to-follow installation with minimal tools required
Compatible with a range of outdoor spaces, from small patios to commercial venues
Excellent reviews for performance, brightness, and durability

Shop Garden String Lights with Confidence

Whether you're searching for solar festoon lights for your next summer party, solar string lights for atmospheric lighting, or simply need dependable garden string lights to create a relaxing retreat, Garden Lights Direct has you covered. All lights are handpicked for quality, performance, and style.

Browse the full outdoor string lighting collection here.