Christmas Outside Lights Decorating Ideas

outdoor christmas lights 21 outside christmas lights to buy

Cox & Cox

From hanging icicle lights to twinkling stars, outdoor Christmas lights help to transform your space into a festive wonderland, creating the ultimate winter welcome.

There are many areas to consider – outdoor Christmas lights for a tree, windows and your outside space, or garden, patio or front door. Some outside Christmas lights are battery-operated (which is ideal if you don't have a plug nearby), while others will come on with a timer.

If you're not sure what to choose, we've rounded up some head-turning outdoor Christmas lights that will make a real impact to the exterior of your home. Remember, when it comes to lights, less is generally more, but don't be afraid to go bold and have some fun with your decorations – it is Christmas, after all.

Take a look at some of our festive favourites this year...

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Icicle lights — outdoor Christmas lights

Pro Connect 20m 1000 Warm White Sparkling Connectable Icicle Lights White Cable

Icicle lights, typically hung from the eaves of houses, are incredibly popular for the festive season. Fully waterproof, these outdoor Christmas lights have staggered drops which feature between 3 and 7 LEDs for a realistic icicle effect.

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Dandelion light — outdoor Christmas lights

Medium Outdoor Dandelion Light

grahamandgreen.co.uk

£34.95

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Connectable string lights — outdoor Christmas lights

Pro Connect 5m 50 White Connectable String Lights

Light up your garden this Christmas with these 50 white string lights. With simple connectors on the ends of each string, simply place around your tree or shrub for a stellar display.

Amazon

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Falling lights — outdoor Christmas lights

Falling Snowfall Lights

BlueFire amazon.co.uk

£26.99

These magical spiral tube lights are great for decorating the branches of trees or along your garden fence.

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Twinkle light garland — outdoor Christmas lights

The Ultimate Outdoor Twinkle Light Garland

This set of string lights will transform your space in an instant. With over two thousand warm white lights, you can use it both indoors and out. So pretty!

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Multicoloured string lights — outdoor Christmas lights

Pro Connect 5m 50 Multi Coloured Connectable String Lights

Lights4fun lights4fun.co.uk

£3.33

We love these multicoloured outdoor Christmas lights, which will add a burst of colour to your garden.

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Outdoor Christmas tree — outdoor Christmas lights

2m Warm White LED Fairybell Outdoor Christmas Tree

This show-stopping 2m tall Christmas tree is decorated with 300 warm white LED lights. It will make the ultimate centrepiece in your garden!

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Holly lights — outdoor Christmas lights

90 LED Holly Lights

Festive very.co.uk

£21.99

Have a holly jolly Christmas with these green and red LED holly lights. Featuring 90 LED lights spread evenly throughout the 5.8 metre length, we couldn't think of a better way to welcome guests over the holidays.

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Waterfall lights — outdoor Christmas lights

240 White LED Waterfall Indoor/Outdoor Christmas Lights

Add a warm glow to your garden this festive season with these show-stopping waterfall lights. Perfect for creating a winter wonderland, each one features 10 strings with 24 LED bulbs hanging from each.

Amazon

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Pathway trees — outdoor Christmas lights

Indoor/Outdoor Christmas Xmas Tree Path Lights

Premier amazon.co.uk

US$31.99

If you have a front garden, path or driveway, then these mini Christmas tree lights will do all the talking for you. Easy to install, all you need to do is stake them securely into soft ground.

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Battery lights — outdoor Christmas lights

60 Warm White LED Topiary Outdoor Battery Net Light

Looking for battery-powered outdoor Christmas lights? These warm white topiary lights give the illusion of small floating lights when styled on shrubs and small trees.

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Light-up garland — best outdoor Christmas lights

Outdoor Light Up Garland

grahamandgreen.co.uk

£45.00

Give your garden a festive glow with this light-up garland from Graham & Green. Compatible with solar, mains and battery use, we couldn't think of a better way to wow neighbours.

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Snowflake lights — best outdoor Christmas lights

20 White Snowflake Battery Outdoor Fairy Lights

Nothing says Merry Christmas like festive snowflakes. Elevate your decorating scheme this year with these battery-powered outdoor fairy lights. Drape from window to wall or wrap around your trees.

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Deer head — best outdoor Christmas lights

Magical Light Up Deer Head

Countryside lovers will adore this magical light-up deer head. Carefully crafted from a strong metal wire frame, it is adorned with around 80 lights.

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Star garland — outdoor Christmas lights

Micro Fairy Light Star Garland

notonthehighstreet.com

£38

These luminous stars are perfect for creating your very own winter wonderland at home. These outdoor Christmas lights are made from metal and they have a PVC cable.

Argos Home

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Hanging icicles — outdoor Christmas lights

960 Bright White Icicle Lights - 15m

Argos Home argos.co.uk

£50.00

A popular choice for many households around the UK, these gorgeous white icicle lights create the illusion of frozen ice on a winter's day. Suitable for both inside and outside use.

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Battery-operated lights — outdoor Christmas lights

50 Warm White Outdoor Battery Fairy Lights

notonthehighstreet.com

£17

Looking for some affordable, battery-operated fairy lights? This pack of 50 warm white outdoor Christmas lights is ideal for wrapping around small trees or shrubs.

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Hanging star duo — outdoor Christmas lights

Outdoor Hanging Star Light Duo

Why hang one star when you can have two? Perfect for windows or your front door, this outdoor hanging star light duo has a total of 310 warm white LEDs evenly distributed.

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Gold cluster lights — outdoor Christmas lights

Indoor Outdoor Golden Cluster String Lights

Make your garden the merriest home on the block with Cox & Cox's gorgeous gold cluster lights. Choose from eight twinkle settings to create the perfect mood.