Christmas isn’t Christmas without the decorations, and while many of us are no stranger to decking the halls with glittering Christmas trees, gorgeous seasonal wreaths and garlands, as well as some festive table dressing, sometimes it’s easy to overlook our outdoor Christmas decorations.
While there’s much to be said for a simple string of icicle lights, if you’ve been thinking about stepping up your outdoor decorations this year, we can help!
Whether you’re looking to add to an existing display or create a stunning gardenscape from scratch, we’ve scoured the market to find outdoor Christmas decorations to suit every taste when it comes to giving your home some seasonal spirit.
So, without further ado, enjoy our picks for the best outdoor Christmas decorations to jazz up your garden this year...
Outdoor Christmas Decorations
Studley Rattan Light Up Reindeer Family Christmas Figures
Crafted from 540 LED lights and weatherproof rattan, this beautifully festive light-up reindeer family is perfect if you like your Christmas displays to have a bit of whimsy and sparkle. Each reindeer comes complete with an eight metre lead cable and metal pegs, so you have plenty of room to plug them in and secure them in your garden with ease. The set also comes with a handy timer function, so you can pre-programme six hours of light time each evening.
The set of three is currently priced at £309.99, but if you're after something smaller, prices start at £59.99 for this adorable baby reindeer.
Set of 4 Spiral Christmas Tree Path Finder Stake Lights
- Buy now from Argos (£15)
Available in either plain white or a beautiful multicoloured option, these swirling Christmas tree pathfinder lights will transform your garden into your very own winter wonderland this Christmas. Ideal for sprucing up flowerbeds or styling along fences, they’re battery operated, so you don’t need to worry about having an outdoor plug socket close. They also come complete with a timer function, so you don’t need to switch them on and off.
Buy now from Argos (£15)
Homebase LED Light-Up Gonk
Gonks aren't a new invention by any means - in fact, they can trace their origins to Nordic folklore - but in recent years they've enjoyed a resurgence as a cute feature in a Christmas scheme. If your family have embraced the gonk trend, this fetching little fella is the perfect addition to your outdoor Christmas decorations. Standing 49cm tall, he's lit up with 30 LED lights, which you can hook up to the mains with the attached 5m cord.
Twinkly Smart LED Star
Lights4Fun's Twinkly smart lights range are connected to a handy smartphone app which allows you to create your very own light show at the touch of a button. Not only can you customise the colours and change the lighting effects to create anything from a magical gold glow to multi-coloured disco vibes, but you can even connect them to music and make the lights dance along.
The Twinkly range includes everything from string lights to a light-up reindeer family, but we love this simple but striking star.
Indoor Outdoor Golden Cluster String Lights
- Buy now from Cox & Cox (£90)
How gorgeous will these look strung over a front porch or along a fence? If you're lucky enough to have a pergola or other garden structure, even better! Designed to look like clusters of natural twigs, these delicate string lights from Cox & Cox give off a gorgeous golden glow, with eight settings to choose from.
Buy now from Cox & Cox (£90)
John Lewis Alistair the Snowman
You'd be hard-pressed to think of a more festive welcome than John Lewis' Alistair the Snowman! Pop him right by the door to greet guests with open arms (well, branches!), or in the middle of the garden to create a classic wintry landscape.
The wire frame measures 95cm x 60cm and includes 80 white LED lights, with a 10m cable to connect to the mains.
Habitat Christmas Tree Path Finder Lights
Outdoor Christmas decorations aren't just a lovely way to give your garden some festive spirit, they can also be a handy way to ensure visitors don't wander off the pathway in the dark! These super little Christmas trees, which come in a set of four from Habitat, provide a cheery festive welcome while also casting a helpful glow for your Christmas callers.
Set of 3 Penguins LED Acrylic Figures
Christmas doesn’t get much cuter than this! Whether you style them around a porch, on a snow-dusted lawn or on the decking in your back garden, this acrylic penguin trio is sure to bring a magical wintery vibe to your home this Christmas. There’s one metre of wire between each penguin, so you can perch them on different levels, and they look just as effective in the daylight as they do illuminated at night time.
LED Outdoor Tree Light
- Buy now from Graham & Green (£75)
If you’re looking to make a statement this Christmas, we’ve found the decoration for you! This gorgeous LED tree light from Graham and Green makes a perfect sparkling alternative or counterpoint to a an indoor Christmas tree, and whether you’re looking to add festive twinkle to a front garden or outdoor patio, it’s sure to do the job. It’s mains powered and comes with a ten metre cable, so you simply have to plug it in and admire the glow!
Buy now from Graham & Green (£75)
Dunelm Light Up Parcel Decorations
Christmas isn't just about presents, but when it comes to these light-up gift box decorations from Dunelm, we'll make an exception! The set of three parcel ornaments is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, and comes in silver (above) or gold. Both versions feature a glittery ribbon detailing and come studded with warm white battery-powered LEDs (3xAA batteries required, not included).
Gold Lit Door Bow Christmas Decoration
If you love getting in the seasonal spirit but a traditional Christmas wreath isn’t your thing, why not give your front door a cheery festive look with this beautiful light-up bow? Not only is it adorned with shimmering gold glitter, but it also boasts 25 warm white LEDs, so it’s guaranteed to sparkle all day and night. For the ultimate eye-catching Christmassy display, team it with these candy cane stake lights!
Outdoor Hanging Star Light Duo
If you’re a lover of understated Scandi-style Christmas decorations, you won’t want to miss this beautiful hanging star duo from Lights 4 Fun. With a total of 310 warm white LEDs evenly distributed across the both of the stars, they’re perfect for bringing a festive glow to the exterior of your house or inside of a window, plus they’re super easy to install – all you need to do is plug each star in using the five metre lead cable, before setting the six hour timer for an automatic glow at the same time each evening.
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