Discover How Garden Solar Works
Garden solar panels are compact outdoor solar systems designed for UK homes that do not have suitable roof space or want a simpler and more affordable alternative to traditional rooftop solar.
Thunder Energy’s garden solar systems mount easily onto fences, sheds, garage walls or any solid sun facing surface, turning unused outdoor areas into clean energy sources. Lightweight panels and a single microinverter allow you to create your own solar setup with either a quick DIY approach or a professional installation. This flexible design makes garden solar a new and accessible way for homeowners to produce renewable electricity at home.
Generate Clean Energy from Your Garden with No Roof Needed
Thunder’s garden solar panels can be mounted on fences, sheds, garage walls or any sun facing solid surface. A simple and flexible way to produce renewable power at home without rooftop access. Lightweight, efficient and available with optional battery storage for greater energy independence.
Built for UK
Gardens
Lightweight solar panels designed for fences, sheds and sun facing outdoor surfaces.
No Roof Access
Needed
Install on any solid point that receives daylight such as garden walls or garage exteriors.
Simple DIY
Setup
Flexible mounting options that let you install your garden solar kit in minutes.
Optional Battery
Storage
Add smart battery storage to save daytime energy and use it later when you need it.
Advantages with thunder energy
Optimal Sun Facing Placement
Mount panels on fences, sheds or garage walls to capture daylight where it is strongest.
Lightweight and Easy to Install
Compact panels designed for fast DIY mounting with no roof access needed.
Flexible Garden Integration
Compatible with almost any solid outdoor surface.
Microinverter Powered System
A single microinverter converts solar energy into safe AC power.
Low Maintenance Design
Easy cleaning and visual checks from ground level.
Battery Ready for More Control
Add storage to save daytime energy and use it when grid prices rise.
Our Garden Solar Systems
Garden Solar Kit 360W (Storm 360W)
A compact and lightweight garden solar kit designed for fences, sheds and garage walls. Perfect for smaller gardens or first time users who want to produce clean energy without using their roof. Simple to install with a single microinverter and a standard fused spur connection.
Garden Solar Kit 710W (Storm 710W)
A higher output garden solar kit with four flexible panels for homes wanting more daytime generation. Ideal for families, home workers and anyone with a sunny fence or outbuilding wall who wants to maximise savings. Mounts easily on most solid outdoor surfaces.
Garden Solar Kit with Battery Storage (Storm Plus)
A complete garden solar solution that includes a compact smart battery. Store surplus daytime energy and use it in the evening or when electricity prices increase.
How Our Garden Solar Systems Work
The microinverter converts DC energy into safe and usable AC electricity.
Your home uses the generated energy instantly and any surplus can feed into a battery or the grid.
Step 1
Step 3
Solar panels capture daylight from your garden and produce clean DC energy.
Step 2
The system plugs into a standard UK socket through a fused spur.
Step 4
What a Garden Solar System Can Power
Up to 640 kWh per Year
A 710W balcony solar system can generate up to 640 kWh annually in typical UK conditions
Over 1000 Laundry Cycles
Your yearly solar output is enough to power more than 1000 washing machine cycles.
53,000 Phone Charges
Equivalent to roughly 53,000 full smartphone charges using clean balcony solar energy.
9000 Hours of TV Time
Generates enough electricity to power a standard LED TV for around 9000 hours.
Garden Solar Kits Comparison
Why Choose Thunder
UK balcony solar specialists
Experts in compact solar kits designed for UK flats and balconies.
Fully UK
Compliant
All systems meet UK electrical standards and G98 requirements.
Reliable
Support
Enjoy dedicated customer support and product guidance.
Fast UK
Delivery
Quick and free shipping across the UK.
Can I Put Solar Panels in My Garden?
Yes, you can install solar panels in your garden in the UK, and it is one of the easiest ways to generate clean energy without using your roof.
Garden mounted solar systems are lightweight, flexible and designed for installation on solid surfaces such as fences, sheds, garage walls and open ground. Most garden solar installs do not require planning permission unless the system is unusually large, the property is listed, or the home is within a conservation area.
Best Practices for Garden Installation
choose a Strong Sunlit Surface
use secure
monitoring
maintain good airflow behind panels
keep panels easily accessible
Garden Solar Panels Installation Guide
01
Find the Sunniest
Vertical Spot
Choose the brightest section of your fence, wall, or balcony where panels receive the most daylight throughout the day for maximum efficiency.
02
Install the Hooks and Attach the Straps
Secure the mounting hooks firmly, then loop and tighten the straps to ensure a stable and safe foundation for your panels.
03
Mount Panels High Enough from the Ground
Position your panels at a safe height to avoid accidental contact, shading, or splashing from rainwater.
04
Route the Cables Neatly and Safely
Guide all cables along the fence or wall, keeping them tidy, protected, and away from sharp edges or areas where they may be damaged.
05
Final Electrical Connection
Connect the microinverter and plug the system into your fused spur or designated outdoor socket following UK safety standards.
06
Check Straps and Hooks Periodically
Inspect the mounting hardware every few months to ensure everything remains tight, secure, and weather-safe.
Garden Solar Panels with Battery Storage
Take full control of your outdoor solar setup with Storm Plus, our high-performance garden system that pairs the Storm 710W panels with an intelligent compact battery. Capture sunlight from your fence, shed, or garden wall and store the excess power for evening use.
Storm Plus turns any UK garden into a flexible, self-powered energy source - giving you predictable savings, blackout resilience, and clean electricity long after the sun sets.
Use free solar power in the evenings
Reduced dependence on the grid
Backup capability during power cuts
Improved energy savings and stability
Built with UK safety standards, premium components, and reliable smart storage, Storm Plus gives you a dependable solar solution you can trust.
Garden Solar Panels with Battery Storage
Pairing garden solar panels with a battery allows you to store excess daytime energy and use it after sunset.
Use free solar power in the evenings
Reduced dependence on the grid
Backup capability during power cuts
Improved energy savings and stability
Garden Solar Panels FAQs
Have questions? We’ve answered the most common ones below to help you choose the right balcony solar system.
Yes. Garden solar panels are ideal for homes without roof access and typically require no planning permission in the UK.
Usually no — but restrictions may apply for listed buildings or conservation areas.
Depending on the kit, they can produce 600W to several kW, enough to offset daily home energy use.
Yes, our panels and mounts are fully weather-resistant and built for UK conditions.
Absolutely, all Thunder Energy garden systems are battery compatible.
Typically between 30°–40°.
Yes, they still generate power, but output is lower due to shorter daylight hours.
Yes, most Thunder Energy garden kits are designed for easy at-home setup.
Yes, with larger ground-mounted systems or multi-panel garden arrays.
Yes, all systems include weatherproof cabling and certified components for outdoor safety.
What customers say
Transform Your Garden into a Clean Energy Source
Shop Thunder Energy’s compact garden solar kits and start generating your own renewable power from any sun facing fence or wall. Lightweight, affordable and simple to install, they are perfect for UK homes that want practical solar without using the roof.