Christmas lights are creeping back into windows, budgets are being sharpened, and the race to own the street display begins.
This week a major high‑street name rolls out two headline centrepieces that promise big‑garden impact for small‑ticket money, and queues are likely.
When and where to buy
Aldi puts its outdoor festive range on shelves on Thursday 30 October. Expect fast turnover. Arrive early, check your nearest store for stock, and have a back‑up plan if your first pick goes.
On shelves 30 October. Headline outdoor figures are priced at £39.99 each and expected to move quickly.
What you get for £39.99
The star attraction is a classic reindeer with sleigh set, built to sit proudly on the front lawn. A second crowd‑pleaser, a penguin family, offers a playful alternative if you prefer something a touch more cheeky than traditional.
Finish and materials
Both lead pieces use acrylic, a hardy material chosen for winter durability. It shrugs off drizzle, resists the occasional cold snap, and keeps its shape when the frost bites, giving you a display that looks crisp night after night.
Lighting choices
The reindeer set can be set to warm white for a cosy glow or ice white for a frosted, wintry look. Either choice lifts a pathway and works well against hedging or a dark fence line.
Ease of use
A remote control is included, so you can switch things on from inside rather than stepping out into the cold. It’s a small detail that makes nightly routines simpler, especially when bedtimes drift past tea time.
- Price per large outdoor figure: £39.99
- Build: durable acrylic for winter conditions
- Control: remote handset included
- Look: reindeer with sleigh or penguin family
- Lighting: warm white or ice white on the reindeer set
Pair two figures for under £80 to anchor a larger garden scheme without wrecking your seasonal budget.
Smaller touches for indoors and porches
If you’re layering your look, Aldi also has a Deer LED Wire Decoration for £12.99 that edges a mantel or fireside nicely. A rattan reindeer with a neat green or red bow suits a hallway or porch, and there’s a 50cm version for homes that want height without bulk.
| Item | Price | Material | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reindeer with sleigh (outdoor) | £39.99 | Acrylic | Front lawn, driveway edge |
| Penguin family (outdoor) | £39.99 | Acrylic | Garden, porch approach |
| Deer LED wire decoration | £12.99 | Wire | Fireside, shelf, console table |
How to plan your display without overspending
Start with a focal point, then add smaller pieces that pull the eye toward the front door. Keep lines of sight clear for neighbours exiting driveways. Leave a metre of space around each figure so the shapes read cleanly from the pavement.
Power, placement and safety
- Use outdoor‑rated extension leads and sockets, and keep connectors off the ground.
- If you’re routing cables across a path, tape them down and choose low‑traffic routes.
- Check for an IP rating suitable for outdoor use; store the remote indoors.
- Set a timer so lights switch on at dusk and off before bedtime.
Running‑cost reality check
Modern LEDs sip electricity. To estimate cost, use this: watts ÷ 1000 × total hours × unit price. As an example, a 10W figure used four hours nightly for 45 evenings draws 0.01 kW × 180 h = 1.8 kWh. At 25p per kWh, that’s about 45p for the season per figure. Double the wattage and the cost roughly doubles. The formula lets you plan without guesswork.
A 10W figure used four hours nightly for 45 days costs roughly 45p at a unit price of 25p/kWh.
Stock strategy for the week ahead
These seasonal drops have a habit of selling out by the weekend. Note the on‑sale date, map your nearest two stores, and set a morning window to shop. If you’re buying for a larger lawn, bring measurements and a quick sketch on your phone so you can judge scale without dithering in the aisle.
Keep packaging until you’ve arranged your display and tested the timing. Check fixings, cable length and the colour temperature in situ; front gardens pick up ambient light from street lamps that can change how “warm” or “ice” tones appear.
Frequently asked questions
When do the outdoor figures arrive in store?
Thursday 30 October. Go early, as these seasonal lines are limited and can vanish fast in busy branches.
What are the standout picks this week?
The acrylic reindeer with sleigh and the penguin family. Both are designed for outdoor use and act as instant centrepieces.
Are they weather‑ready and simple to operate?
Yes. Acrylic construction is built for winter conditions, and a remote handset means no stepping outside to switch them on.
Which lighting tones are available?
The reindeer set offers warm white for a golden glow or ice white for a crisper, snowy feel.
What are the prices like compared with rivals?
Each large outdoor figure is £39.99, undercutting many similar lawn displays. A smaller Deer LED Wire Decoration comes in at £12.99 for indoor styling.
Extra ideas to stretch the look
Layer height: place the sleigh set on a low planter to raise it above short hedging. Angle the penguins toward a doorway to “guide” guests in. Add battery micro‑lights to a tree trunk nearby to frame the scene without competing for attention.
If you’re coordinating colours, warm white pairs with gold ribbon and natural wreaths. Ice white pairs with silver trims and frosted window silhouettes. Mixing both can work if you separate zones: warm by the door for a welcoming glow, ice on the lawn for that cool winter sparkle.
£39.99 with a remote and warm/ice white options sounds great—are these plug-in only or do they have any battery pack for timers? Definitley planning to queue on 30 Oct.
Every year it’s the same: hype, then gone by Friday. Is Aldi actually increasing stock this time, or are we playing musical chairs again? I’m not taking a day off for thursday chaos.