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Create a zen-like zone at the bottom of the garden with the Direct Global Trading Solar Powered Garden Water Feature with LED Lights. The cascading water creates gently rippling pools that infinitely overspill into each other. The beauty of this particular water feature is that it has a built-in battery so if the sun isn't shining it will still work. A pitted stone effect that realistically resembles charcoal making it appear a lot more expensive than it is. Also, it has five metres of cable to the separate solar panel which gives you more freedom to position the fountain.

Customer review: "On a clear sky sunny day, the solar panel charges the battery so that when the sun goes down it’ll still flow the water and display the lights. As well as charge the battery, it also simultaneously runs the pump in the beautiful sunshine. On a day with broken clouds, it’ll charge (and run) when the sun is out and then rely on charges energy when the sun goes behind the clouds. On a dark cloudy day without any sunshine it’ll only run if you’ve got enough energy stored from when it was previously sunny."

Enjoy shapely water with the Sphere Modern Metal Solar Water Feature. This striking self-contained water feature has a five metre cable on its solar panel, giving you more scope for positioning it. Additionally, it comes with a battery back up, which is pretty essential given Blighty's changeable weather. With integrated lighting, this gorgeous sphere will make the dullest of days seem serene.

Pop the SZMP Solar Fountain Bird Bath Fountain in a bird bath for an instant water feature. It's made of glass so it won't corrode and it converts sunlight to energy more efficiently. There are seven different nozzle styles to give a variety of fountain effects. As well as a bird bath, you could place it in a pond or a swimming pool for a bit of fun decoration. We think this is superb value and it's available in a range of colours. Also, there are versions with LED lights for a vibrant water and light show.

Customer review: "Bought as a present as my sister wanted a water feature but l didn't want to dig up the patio to install electrical pump. Absolutely spectacular instant fountain. The plume is quite tall so you'll need a fairly large pot to put it in or you'll need to keep refilling the container, especially if it's windy. Ideal for a pond. Solar powered so practically silent. So brilliant I bought one for myself."

The Genoa Cascade has tiered geometric shapes and a rough-hewn stone effect finish give this tumbling feature plenty of impact. The recirculating water brings life and movement to a sunny spot in the garden and attracts wildlife too. It does need positioning in direct sunlight in order to work. Additionally, to protect this water feature from frost damage, empty the water and store the whole unit inside in the winter.

These beautiful ceramic pots gently cascade water and recirculates it so there's no need for regular refilling. The Garden Mile Ceramic Charcoal Solar Powered Water Feature creates a peaceful ambience with it's tranquil overflowing bowls. The solar panel is on a three metre wire, so it can be positioned in direct sun, giving you wider freedom to place the water feature where it best suits in your zen garden.

Customer review: "Bought to replace previous water feature. Nice glaze feature and stays cleaner. Birds love to drink from it. Very happy."

There's something very pleasing about water falling from a height, even more so when it's lit by a warm glow. This Teamson Home Solar Powered Water Feature is a tall stone effect waterfall that can be positioned indoors of outside and it has a battery back up for dull days. Listen to the soothing sound of water all year round thanks to the rechargeable lithium battery. The Grecian design looks like stone, but it's actually polyresin which has the benefit of being lightweight and weather resistant.

Customer review: "It was worth the wait the fountain has been working all day , so tranquil and relaxing just watching the water trickling down the front panel wall, then night time comes and the fountain lights up it just keeps on giving - work every penny."

Perfect for a sunken patio, this Bubbling Wood Effect Solar Water Feature brings animation to a nook in need of interest. With visual and sound appeal, this resin fountain provides year-round garden decoration as it can run on a rechargeable battery. Also, there's five metre of cable between the solar panel and the water feature, so if you can play with where you position it.

A Buddha statue brings a sense of completeness to a garden and this handmade water feature brings the added serenity of flowing water. This would look stunning elevated on a table or pedestal but do remember it will be heavier when filled with water. The Solar Stone Buddha Fountain Outdoor Garden Water creates a calm ambiance and did you know that moving water acts as a natural humidifier?

Customer review: "It only works when the sun is constantly on it."

A vertical water feature for your garden retreat. The two-tier Arha Resin Solar Fountain with Light has water dripping from the top that forms gentle streams that are delicately lit by LED lights. Enjoy quiet trickles on sunny days with recirculating water in a durable resin ornamental feature. Because this fountain has a small footprint it's ideal for a balcony or restricted outdoor space.

The South Hadley Resin Solar Spilling Bowls is perfect for a conservatory or a summer house. It has a seven metre cable, giving you great freedom for where you position it. A back-up battery can power it for up to six hours when there's no sun. This will look lovely outside in the summer, but we recommend bringing it indoors for the colder months as a strong wind could send this feature flying.

Customer review: "This product is exactly what I wanted, very nice looking and such good service, received with in a couple of days of ordering."

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