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Garden Lighting Installation in Leicester

Transform Your Garden After Dark

Extend the use of your garden into the evening with beautifully designed outdoor lighting. From subtle pathway lights to dramatic feature uplighting, we make your garden shine.

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Garden lighting is one of the most impactful and cost-effective ways to transform your outdoor space. A well-lit garden not only extends the hours you can use it, but also enhances security, adds kerb appeal and creates a dramatic atmosphere for entertaining.

Premium Landscapes designs and installs garden lighting systems across Leicester, the Midlands and Home Counties. We specialise in low-voltage LED systems — energy-efficient, safe to install underground, and available in a huge range of styles and colour temperatures.

From a simple pathway kit to a fully designed, app-controlled smart lighting system, we tailor every installation to your garden's unique layout and your personal style. Get a free instant quote and AI garden design preview using our online tool.

Materials & Options

We offer a comprehensive range of materials and grades to suit every style and budget.

LED Spike Spotlights

from £30/light

Adjustable spike-mounted spotlights for uplighting trees, shrubs and features. Low energy, bright output and long-lasting.

Recessed Deck Lights

from £25/light

Flush-fitted LED lights installed directly into decking or paving. Creates a stunning subtle glow across surfaces.

Pathway Bollard Lights

from £40/light

Low-level bollard lights that guide the way along paths and borders. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brass.

Wall Lanterns & Sconces

from £60/light

Traditional and contemporary wall-mounted lights for patios, porches and pergolas. Wired or solar options.

Smart LED Systems

from £400 system

App-controlled systems allowing you to set scenes, timers and colour temperatures from your phone.

Solar Lighting

from £15/light

No wiring required. Great for accent and pathway lighting in areas without mains power access.

Our Process

A clear, transparent process from first contact to project handover.

1

Design Consultation

We discuss your vision, walk the garden after dark if needed, and design a lighting scheme that highlights your best features.

2

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3

Cable Routing Plan

We plan the most efficient cable routes, minimising disruption to planting and paving. All cables run through conduit for future access.

4

Transformer & Control Install

A weatherproof low-voltage transformer is installed, along with any smart control systems or timers.

5

Light Installation

All lights are positioned, connected and tested. Spike lights and bollards are carefully placed for best effect.

6

Commissioning & Demo

We set your preferred scenes and timers, and demonstrate the system fully before handover.

Typical Price Guide

All prices are guides only — every project is unique. Use our free quote tool for an accurate instant estimate for your garden.

Starter Kit

6–10 lights  ·  Low-voltage LED system, pathway and spot lights, transformer

£600 – £1,200

Mid-Range System

10–20 lights  ·  Mixed light types, deck lights included, smart timer

£1,200 – £2,500

Full Garden System

20+ lights  ·  App-controlled smart system, bespoke design, all light types

£2,500+

Why Garden Lighting Transforms Leicester Gardens

Leicester's latitude means we lose outdoor daylight from around 4pm in midwinter. Well-designed garden lighting extends your enjoyment of the garden by months each year — turning an unusable dark space into an inviting outdoor room you can use from the evening meal through to late autumn.

Beyond lifestyle, garden lighting has a measurable impact on security and property value. A well-lit property is significantly less likely to be targeted by opportunist burglars, and buyers consistently rate quality outdoor lighting as one of the features that make a property feel premium and well-cared-for.

We design and install low-voltage LED garden lighting systems across Leicester and Leicestershire — from subtle path lighting and uplighting on specimen trees to fully zoned smart systems controlled from your phone. Every installation is designed with a proper electrical specification before a cable is laid.

What to Expect on Garden Lighting Installation Day

1

Design Walk-Through

We start with a site walk to confirm fixture positions, cable routes and transformer location. If combining with other landscaping, lighting cables are always laid before surfaces go down.

2

Cable Laying

Low-voltage cable is laid in conduit at the correct burial depth, routed to avoid plant root zones where possible. All cable joins are fully weatherproof.

3

Fixture Installation

Fittings are installed and connected. We check IP ratings for each position — anything near water features needs IP68 rated fittings.

4

Transformer & Control Setup

The transformer is installed, timer and dusk-to-dawn sensor configured, and smart controls set up if included.

5

Testing & Handover

Every fitting is tested, beam angles adjusted, and we walk you through the control system with a simple zone guide.

Common Garden Lighting Mistakes to Avoid

Wrong IP rating for the location

IP44 fittings are not suitable near ponds or anywhere subject to water submersion. Always check the IP rating matches the installation environment — we specify this correctly for every fixture.

Choosing the wrong colour temperature

Warm white (2700–3000K) creates an inviting atmosphere. Cool white (5000K+) looks clinical and harsh outdoors. Most Leicester garden projects use warm white throughout.

No circuit zoning

A single on/off switch for the whole garden is a missed opportunity. Zoning the system lets you set the right mood for different uses and reduces electricity costs.

Surface-mounting cables rather than burying

Cable clipped along fences or over surfaces is an eyesore and a trip hazard. All permanent garden lighting cables should be correctly buried or housed in conduit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before getting started.

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