These are just some options available to you. The BEST light for your patio will ofcourse depend on your own personal preferences. Choose the lighting option that will create the effect that you desire.

There are some great options available for patio lighting including:

1. Up lights - these lights are in the ground and literally create a column of light pointing up, they are flush with the ground so can't be broken and waterproof.

2. Fairy lights - also called string lights, these add massive atmosphere to any patio and come in white as well as colour. Strongly recommended!

3. Up down lights - these also add a great mood and are create dramatic impact.

4. Wall mounted outdoor spotlights - They are great because they are directional and so you can perfectly control the lighting.

I would suggest some coach lights. A few in row on the wall looks great.

Easiest and best option are solar lights. They are DIY, require very little installation skills and very green. They make some great solar deck lights these days which last quite a few hours in the night.

If you patio is next to the garden or even in the garden, then nothing beats post lamps. They look great, provide excellent mood, are charming and of course because of their height they also give great illumination.