The best solar water features for 2023

13.03.2024 - 14:19 / gardenersworld.com

A solar water feature is a wonderful addition to the garden, bringing the relaxing sound of a babbling brook into a residential space. Solar water features also have the added benefit of being much better for the environment than their mains-powered counterparts, using clean energy that won’t cost – or harm – the earth.

Solar power is one of the greenest sources of energy available, transforming light from the sun into electricity, plus it’s much cheaper than other powered water features – not only are solar powered water features free-standing and don’t have to be installed, but solar power is free. A solar water feature won’t add to your electricity bills; simply put it in a sunny part of the garden and enjoy it for years, without additional cost.

Moving water features are helpful for you and your neighbours, too. As well as their relaxing sound, the constant water movement means mosquitoes won’t breed in it, reducing the chance of you getting bitten on warm summer nights.

Looking for other solar garden features? Have a look at our review of the best solar lights.
For more watering reviews, check out our tests of the best hoses, and our guide to the best water butts.
For summer decor ideas, consider our guide to the best parasols, and best garden deck chairs.

This solar water feature doubles up as a bird bath, providing a source of flowing water for birds to preen themselves. Made of treated polyresin, this water feature is tough, but lighter than stone models, which is helpful for setting it up in your garden, and its aged stone finish and twin bird statues make it an ornamental feature.

Price: £199.99

Buy the Smart Solar Feathered Friends Water Feature from Robert Dyas