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Frequently asked questions
Do these have metal spikes? We have had these lights before and the plastic spikes kept snapping as we need to remove regularly for mowing of the lawn. If not, do you have any post lights with metal spikes? Thanks
Asked by Caroline Rooke on 29 Dec 2025
Hello, These lights have plastic spikes. Unfortunately, we only have plastic spikes, not metal.
we have installed these Caterbury solar lights but don't see where there is a port for USB charging. Where is it please?
Asked by Charles F on 28 Mar 2025
Hello. Thank you for your question you can locate the USB port on the underneith of the top.
HI How long are the spikes ,, understand the light is 28cm but need to know length of spikes ..thank you regards Matt
Asked by matt on 10 Apr 2024
Hello. The spikes are 14cm high.
Hi, the solar panels on my lights are clouded over from exposure to the climate (I presume), please could you advise how to clean them without damage? Thanks
Asked by Michelle Thomas on 24 Nov 2023
Please use a dry or damp cloth to gently wipe any dirt or dust off the panel. Make sure your cloth is only damp – not wet – as you want to avoid water damaging the electronics within the panel. For more stubborn grime, add some biodegradable soap to your damp sponge and give the solar panel a scrub. Never use any abrasive cleaners or materials to clean the solar panels on your garden lights, for example, scourers or bleach. Finally, wipe the solar panel with a clean, damp cloth to remove any soap residue.
3 days for a first charge via solar. How long for a first charge if you charge up via USB connection? Thanks!
Asked by Tracey on 8 Nov 2023
Hi Tracey, The USB ones would need 3 hours charge from flat battery
Can you buy replacement spikes? I find they break after a while Tganksy
Asked by Sharon on 27 Jul 2023
Hello, Thank you for your question. If you go to your order history, next to your orders will have the spare parts to the products you have ordered.
Can you buy the top solar panel for the London Garden lights
Asked by ian green on 7 Feb 2023
Hi Ian, yes you can. I have attached the link below https://www.thesolarcentre.co.uk/products/Mini_Londons_XT_Power_Saving_Top-793-5.html
How long should batteries last? Had our just over 2 years and some of the lights no longer working. Disappointed as I expected a longer life.
Asked by valerie theresa matthews on 1 Feb 2023
We expect our batteries to last 1-2 years minimum. In regards to your lights not working if you can email us on : Info@thesolarcentre.co.uk so our customer service can help with troubleshooting.
HI, can you tell me the colour temperature of these Mini London Solar Post Lights please? Are the other sizes of London Post lights the same colour temp? thanks John
Asked by John Barrington on 14 Oct 2022
Hiya, They are cool white in colour, and the anthracite versions of them are also in cool white which you can find here .
Do these lights incorporate the NEWER XT tops ?? Ty.
Asked by Mike on 22 Sep 2022
Hi there, So they are compatible with the tops available here .
Can you confirm that these lights are rated at IP44 and if they are supplied with any warranty. Thanks
Asked by Steve Caunt on 31 May 2022
They are indeed IP44 and the warranty is for 12 months.
What is the country of manufacture
Asked by Dave white on 7 May 2022
We manufacture our lights in china and distribute them in the UK.
II would like to purchase a replacement light for a mini London post.. Is this possible?
Asked by Mrs I Catterson on 22 Mar 2022
Hi there, The replacement part for this is available if you click here .
Will these work in whole of UK? Will they get enough sunlight in winter in north of Scotland at 59 degrees north? It's not clear if they can be set to come on at dusk but go off at a set hour. Dusk mid winter here is 3.30pm so would need them to come on then but be set to go off at 10pm or so.
Asked by D Cooper on 9 Feb 2022
Our lights need to be in a south-facing position to work to their full capacity, We don't, unfortunately, advise positioning them in a north-facing position as they won't last long very long Im afraid. They are set to come on when it gets dark and then turn off when it gets light and daytime.
Will u be selling these in future or any path posts with the usb charging.
Asked by Lisa Woods on 2 Feb 2022
At the moment we aren't Im afraid but we will be sure to contact you if we do.
I have the mini post solar lights and have misplaced the instructions what does the letter P and S at each side of the off button mean as l have had to clean the top head and now lamps not working so l maybe need to alter the settings l think l have had a brain blip ha . Regards Brenda 23.02.22
Asked by Brenda Wilson on 23 Jan 2022
Hi There , The S is standard mode which is advised to use in summer , The P is powersaving mode which dims your light but extends the runtime which is advised to use throughout winter
r these like the lumify usb rechargable lights where u can remove the battery part and charge the batteries up indoors
Asked by lisa woods on 13 Jan 2022
Unfortunately not , they can only be charged via sunlight.
Do these lights need much direct sun to work. I need them at base of an east and north facing wall which gets very little direct sunlight.
Asked by Susan on 15 Nov 2021
We recommend installing the lights in a South facing garden.
Do these mini London post lights give cool white or warm white light? Thank you!
Asked by Denise Gordon on 11 Nov 2021
It is cool white.
Can I get spare heads for my mini post lights? Thanks Kind regards
Asked by Peter Sleet on 10 Nov 2021
These can be found here .
How many lumens is each post light?
Asked by RSJ on 4 Nov 2021
they are 12 lumens bright
Hi, what type of rechargeable batteries do these use (AA or AAA)? Also, is it possible for me to change the battery for a power powerful MAH one?
Asked by Matt on 23 Oct 2021
This unit has AAA batteries. Yes, you could use a compatible mAh charger to charge the batteries.
Do the batteries have to be rechargeable or can I put ordinary batteries in?
Asked by Bernadette Brewster on 15 Jun 2021
You will have to use rechargeable batteries.
I am just trying to help my mother-in-law who has these. I read in the mini-London posts FAQ that the solar panel is 0.12W. However: 1) What is the solar panel's charging current and voltage? Thanks in advance for answering this query.
Asked by Sunny Day on 13 May 2021
It is 10 Lumens per light.
Hello, could you please tell me what lumens these are? Thanks
Asked by Louise Ritchie on 8 May 2021
It is 10 Lumens per light.
You've always been really helpful with any questions or problems I have had with my Mini London lights and replaced parts without question. Now I have had them for a good few years and I'm still happy with the product. I have two queries though. 1. Do you plan to sell replacement spikes as I have two lights I cannot use as the spikes have snapped. I'd be more than happy to pay more if the spikes were made of metal rather than plastic that becomes brittle. and 2. My lights are older versions. Someone asked if the batteries were replaceable and was told yes. With my version you needed to replace the whole top as the batteries were not accessible. Has this now changed? Thanks.
Asked by Mrs Kirsty Summers on 28 Mar 2021
Hi, I am sorry to say that we do not sell spikes. The new panels take replaceable rechargeable batteries.
Do you have replacement batteries for the mini posts ? Thank you
Asked by Stefan on 22 Mar 2021
Please click on the link: https://www.thesolarcentre.co.uk/products/AAA_Rechargeable_Batteries-355-5.html
Is there a way to switch off these lights?
Asked by John on 15 Mar 2021
There is an on/off switch button underneath the solar panel.
How wide are the post apart
Asked by victor on 14 Dec 2020
The lights are not connected, they can be positioned any distance apart from eachother as they have their own individual solar panels.
Can you replace the batteries
Asked by Margaret McLean on 30 Nov 2020
Yes the batteries are replaceable and so are the tops of the lights.
Do the Mini-London & London lights have the same light output in lumens?
Asked by Mark on 13 Nov 2020
The London is slightly brighter.
Do you have to turn them on and off or do they have a sensor so they come on as night falls?
Asked by GILES BIRD on 21 Oct 2020
These come on automatically when it goes dark.
Hi. How far does the light reach? Looking for one for my front garden so visitors can see the step but it would need to be placed about 2 metres away. Would this work? Thanks.
Asked by Claire on 20 Sep 2020
The light fills up the white tube, so they make good path markers but would need to be closer than 2 metres.
How many lumens is each light in standard (not power-saving) mode? Thanks.
Asked by Ian English on 16 Sep 2020
4 lumen.
Do they have batteries in case they can not be fully charged if there is not enough light? Thanks, Esther.
Asked by ESTHER Cifuentes on 7 Sep 2020
They do have AAA batteries in them which recharge during the day.
Hi can these be secured by screwing into sleepers/decking rather than spiking into the lawn? Thanks
Asked by Lewis on 19 Jun 2020
That is correct, you will need a long drill bit and drill down from inside the light.
After watching the video for the mini london solar lights I noticed on the box it was labelled up as mini london XT can you confirm if they are XT like the others in the london range? And are the same colour as the others in the london range? Meaning they are all either a cool white or a warm white?
Asked by Joe Hughes on 6 Jun 2020
They are the mini version of the normal london XTs that we do cool white only. The london anthracite edition has a warm white colour temperature.
Our posts have stopped working, do you have any recommendations? Do you sell replacement solar parts.
Asked by Natalie on 28 May 2020
Yes, we have replacement tops available.
Please can you confirm which position of the switch is off and S and P ? I can't see any markings by the switch. One came on straight away the others didn't. I then checked the switch position and the one which came on switch in a different position?
Asked by Dee Warner on 21 Apr 2020
The position of the switch for off is in the centre and postion S is on the right of the switch and position P is on the left. The easiest way to tell is to sit the top upside down on a flat surface after dusk. This will simulate nighttime and allow you to select the brightness you prefer.
Thinking of buying these mini London solar lights , the question is can these be screwed into decking do they come with attachments to be to screw into decking instead of a spike where I don't want them in the ground
Asked by Kevin weeks on 10 Apr 2020
Yes, we've had customers screw these down before. Simply avoid attaching the spike and you can screw them down however fixings aren't provided to do this.
How long do the batteries last and are they replaceable?
Asked by Hayden on 7 Apr 2020
Up to 2 - 3 years and batteries are replaceable.
Do these lights have replaceable batteries like some of their larger counterparts?
Asked by Ben Horne on 5 Apr 2020
Yes they do have replaceable batteries like their larger counterparts.
We need lights that continue to light up even if there is no sun for several days. Would these lights still work?
Asked by Christine on 12 Jan 2020
These lights have powersaving mode which will help them run longer through winter, we ask you to make sure they are on the 'p' setting (poweraving) and to make sure that the panels are not in a poor/shaded location.
I have just purchased 8 of the mini London solar post lights as a gift for someone for Xmas. However, only 1 light out of each box worked instantly when I switched them on. I have left the other 6 out of their packaging in the hope that they will charge. Can you confirm that this is normal or do I need replacements?
Asked by Amanda on 24 Nov 2019
It is normal for some lights to not work straight away. We recommend fully charging them for 3-5 days in as much direct sunlight as possible in the 'off' position. After that time you should be fully topped up and ready to go. Any further issues please email suzie@thesolarcentre.co.uk
I would like a 4ft.solo post light what is the cost.
Asked by Theresa on 7 Nov 2019
The largest post light in this style we do is the Durham which is 80cm or 2.62 feet
Do the mini London 4 set come with the ground spikes.
Asked by Katie on 17 Sep 2019
Yes
Hello are the batteries already fitted in them and what size are they
Asked by Colin Rudling on 26 Jun 2019
It is a 1 x AAA battery.
What is the height of the body on the Mini Londons and London XTs.
Asked by Eric Brown on 23 Jun 2019
Height: 277mm (excluding spike)
Are these ready to use straight out the box or do they need the usual 3 days to charge?
Asked by Mark on 21 Mar 2019
All of our lights we recommend that you charge for 3-5days depending on how overcast the weather is. This will make sure the battery is full and increase the longevity of the batteries.
Are the spikes on the London Minis metal or plastic? Thanks.
Asked by Adam Powell on 4 Mar 2019
The spikes with the mini Londons are plastic, their bigger brother, the London XT's have metal spikes.
Do you have a Lumens value for the Mini London in P and in S mode? I have a set and my brother-in-law would like to know before he purchases.
Asked by Alexander Mathie on 26 Feb 2019
10 Lumens and about half in P mode.
Hi, is there a motion activated version of these lights? I am looking for something similar for my front driveway, but I dont want them to come on constantly, just when coming home / motion
Asked by David on 12 Nov 2018
Currently, we offer only the Kodiak as a PIR post light .
The lights have a switch inside = either P or S. NO WHERE can I find what this stands for!
Asked by Sara on 26 Oct 2018
P is for power saving mode and S is for standard. Sounds like you have lost the instructions. Here is a pdf copy of the Mini London Instructions
Are you going to be bringing out warm white tops for these? I have 8 of them but would much prefer a warm light.
Asked by Hannah on 9 Jul 2018
The larger London XT Posts have the option of warm white but currently, the Mini London doesn't. You could look at buying a light gel and either covering the LED or placing around the diffuser.
Are the lights capable of staying out all year round. We are in Scotland and we get A lot of rain and snow.
Asked by Jason Wilson on 17 Jun 2018
Yes, the lights work all year round. The Mini London comes with power saving mode for winter months doubling the runtime.
Are the LED bulbs warm white?
Asked by Londoner on 15 Mar 2018
They're a cool white, you can purchase warm white tops here for use with the Canterbury. Londons (not minis) and Durham. Alternatively, the Black London post is supplied with a warm white top.
What is the IP rating of these lamps please and are they suitable for use in British climate heavy rain
Asked by Neil on 28 May 2017
IP44 waterproofing, designed in the UK for the UK.
Can you buy replacement tops for these ( the actual solar bit)
Asked by Chris on 6 May 2017
Yes, mini replacement tops are available here .
I received a set of your Mini London Solar Post Lights for Christmas, but the instructions in the box are for a Canterbury Wall Light!! Please could you email the correct instructions. Many Thanks Happy New Year
Asked by Paul Mimmack on 3 Jan 2017
Happy New Year Paul, Very sorry for the mix up in instructions. Click here to download the Mini London Instructions
Which solar panel is used for this device? Monocrystalline, Pollycrystaline, Amorphous? What is wattage of solar panel? What is battery mAh?
Asked by Amol Joshi on 1 Dec 2016
Each light has 0.12w monocrystalline panel with a 300mAh battery.
Do the lights give a warm light or cool light?
Asked by Clare on 9 Nov 2016
These lights emit a cool white light.
I can see nowhere on your product information for the Mini London Solar Post light of the type of battery that it uses. Please let me know. Thanks
Asked by Silvi Smith on 29 Jul 2016
Each Mini London post has 1 x rechargeable NiMH battery inside.
Are the ground spikes stainless steel or plastic?
Asked by Mike Almond on 22 Jul 2016
The spikes with the mini Londons are plastic, their bigger brother, the London XT's have metal spikes.
Hi, I am thinking of buying these light to mount on top of some brick pillars is that possible or are the just for using with the spike?
Asked by Tom on 13 May 2016
They are just for using with the spike
Hello, I'm trying to decide between the mini light posts and the London XT ones for lighting our garden path. Is there any difference between the posts other than the size? Thank you.
Asked by Lauren on 8 Nov 2015
The only difference is the size. The Mini London's now come with XT tops for better winter usage.
Can you buy replacement lights, just the solar panel at the top?
Asked by Susan Rae on 27 Sep 2015
We are intending to add the replacement tops to the website soon.
What colour are the bulbs.
Asked by Nic on 30 Jun 2015
They are white.
What is the extended returns period for Christmas presents please
Asked by Gill West on 3 Dec 2014
It is two weeks from Christmas day: 7th Jan. Normally it would be 30 days.
I would like to buy these for a Xmas present so they won't be opened/tried until late December. Is it possible to return them at this point if there are any problems with them please?
Asked by Steph on 16 Nov 2014
The answer is yes so long as they are unused and un-opened. Over Christmas we operate an extended money-back period to assist with these types of problems.
What size of battery , and can these be recharged with manual battery charger and if not what cost is it to replace batteries Thanks Kevin Thanks
Asked by Kevin Wood on 15 Nov 2014
It is 1 x AAA battery. You can charge these using a battery charger. You can use rechargeable AAA batteries from any high street supermarket.
What is the output from each light in lumens please?
Asked by Phil on 3 Nov 2014
This is intended as a decorative light only where the light is diffused rather than directed like a spotlight. It is the approximate equivalent of a 3w LED bulb.
how long is the warranty on the lights
Asked by Nick on 5 Oct 2014
All our products are covered by a 12 month warranty period from date of purchase.
good day. I live on the coast in South Africa and we have a maritime climate. are the panels sealed to prevent water damage from rain and condensation? Thank you
Asked by bryan on 30 Sep 2014
The solar panels are sealed.
Hi Barry, what size batteries are needed and is it easy to get at them without a screwdriver to change them?
Asked by Sam on 21 Sep 2014
It requires 2 x AA batteries. You do need a screwdriver to change the batteries but changing them is easy.
Where is the solar panel? I can't see it in the picture?
Asked by Barry on 15 Sep 2014
Hi Barry, The solar panel is located on the top of the post. Hope that helps.
Can you tell me how long a bulb would last and can you get replacements?
Asked by Sue Wood on 15 Aug 2014
There will be replacement tops available soon. The bulb will last in excess of 20,000 hours.