Outdoor lights to set your alfresco dining situation up for year-round entertaining

Over the past year and a half, people have turned to their outdoor spaces to host friends and family, or even just as an extra space to relax.

Patios and balconies have been decked out with furniture, blankets, firepits and cushions, so it would be a shame to leave them lying unused, just because the evenings are creeping in.

All you need is good outdoor lighting, whether it’s a string of lights draped overhead or some handy portable lamps to sit at the centre of the table.

We’ve found 17 great designs, so all you need to do is wrap up warm and head outside.

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