Show Me The Yummy!

BBQs. Who doesn't LOVE a good auld BarBeQueBBQs & Accessories?! Food brings people together and the novelty of cooking and dining 'Al Fresco' makes the BBQ an event to enjoy with family and friends.

The folks behind National BBQ Week (yes...it exists) tells us that the UK was Europe's leading BBQ Nation in 2015, pipping Germany to the post (small compensation for the footie fans)! Judging by our weather, you'd never think it, would you?

In fact, in the UK 15% of us admit that come hail, rain or shine we'll fire up the BBQCheck out Outback & Kingfisher BBQs regardless. Now that is dedication! Well done, Britain!

When it comes to choosing the best in Gas BBQ'sOutback Gas BBQs from £39.98 you can't go wrong with the range offered by the popular Outback brandOutback Gas BBQs from £39.98. Known for being durable, compact and multi-functional, the Outback Gas BBQsOutback Gas BBQs from £39.98 have precision control, grill cover, shelf storage and some models have a side hob ring. If you fancy joining the UK's 48% of gas BBQ owners, take a peek here. For something more budget friendly, convenient and a little easier to transport (I'm looking at you - caravaners & campingWe do camping stuff folks), the Kingfisher Portable Barrel Stainless Steel BBQSALE! SSBBQ £24.74 would be perfect for you. It's also currently on offer with a huge 26% saving (don't we all love a sale!) the Kingfisher Barrel BBQ is convenient, compact and easy to maintain.

left - right: Outback Meteor Selector, Kingfisher Portable BBQ, Outback Omega 250

GasGas Bottle Charge / Refill. Prices from £16.34 is great for obvious reasons - speed, efficiency, easy clean up operation, reliable and an even cook is almost guaranteed. The conventional charcoal BBQ has mixed affections...for some the memory of crouching over the BBQ on your second box of matches, developing blisters from endless strikes and inhaling the fumes of lighter fluid would be enough to convince anyone to 'go gas'. But we have a reliable solution. Now, you can have all your charcoal prepped to perfection. You can get an even cook on all your meats no matter where they are positioned on the grill. Best of all...you can keep that original BBQ taste! Ever heard of a BBQ Charcoal StarterOutback BBQ Charcoal Starter. 370171 £12.98...?

No? Oh, well then, my little pre-toasted marshmallows, allow me to explain...The Outback BBQ Charcoal StarterOutback BBQ Charcoal Starter. 370171 £12.98 is designed to kick-start your charcoal and deliver an even mass of white-hot pieces. Just like preheating an oven, this little fellow conveniently preps your charcoal for cooking. Simply throw the amount required into the bucket and set over a light fire starter cube. Depending on the amount, give it 10-20 mins (time to grab your meats and prep the salads) and return to perfectly prepped, white charcoal! Using the handle, dispose into your grill's pit and get cookin'. Now, no matter where you are on the grill, the cooking time and standard will be consistent. Extra benefits - no more need for lighter fluid or babysitting the BBQ, relighting when required, which is not only efficient and convenient but also safer - no high risk items are left lying around. Once you try this piece of BBQ equipment you'll never go back!

left - right, top - bottom: Outback BBQ Charcoal Starter, Stainless Steel BBQ Fork, Stainless Steel BBQ Tongs

So with the food is prepped and the BBQ (gas or conventional, compact, flatbed or portable) good to go we're doing well folks! Let's keep this fire stoked! Now would be a good time to consider your BBQ hardware. With these great cuts of meat & fish, let's respect the produce and avoid poking and flipping with a fork from the cutlery cupboard! We stock a range of top quality hardware to cover every cooking requirement. Before you start imagining us testing meat using a DeWalt Cordless Power Drill, I'll introduce you to a few helpful items that will aid your cooking immensely. Available online and in store on the shop floor, we have a range of BBQ utensils including Outback BBQ Stainless Steel BBQ Tongs370183 £9.66, high performance BBQ forkOutback BBQ Stainless Steel BBQ Fork. 370181 £9.66, Spatulas - Outback Stainless Steel BBQ Spatula370182 £9.66 or budget friendly Outback Non-Stick Coated BBQ Spatula. There are also sets available such as the Outback Stainless Steel 3 Piece BBQ Cooking Set370184 £26.00 which saves you £2.98 on individually purchasing the items...and may appeal to the BBQ Newbies out there. We highly recommend the Outback BBQ Summer Accessory KitKITBBQACCESS £48.98 - which saves you £6.54 on the individual items and includes that amazing Charcoal Starter370171 £12.98 I mentioned earlier. Outside the box cooking aids are also available: 4-slot Hotdog Grills370177 £6.14 & Fish Grills, BBQ Woks, SkewersOutback BBQ Skewers - Steel, Wooden & Kebab Skewer Rack. Prices from £3.08 - Steel SkewersOutback Stainless Steel BBQ Skewers 4 Pack. 370180 £15.60 or Wooden SkewersOutback 12" Bamboo Kebab Skewers. 370187 £3.08 - and much more!

left - right: Outback BBQ Summer Accessory Kit, Outback Stainless Steel 3 Piece BBQ Cooking Set

left - right: Outback Meat Thermometer, Outback BBQ Cooking Glove

...One thing (well two really) I must insist you invest in is an Outback Stainless Steel BBQ Barbecue Meat Thermometer370179 £7.02 and Outback BBQ Mitt/Cooking Glove370190 £7.02...Let's avoid food poisoning or trips to A&E for grill burns...we'll make sure you enjoy all the craic of the BBQ, safely. I'm afraid there's no escaping this part of the blog...mentioning the 'c' word. Delicate eyes may wish to look away...

Cleaning.

Yep. Cometh the BBQ, Cometh The Aftermath. But relax. We've got this. With our range of helpful hardware, cleaning will take you no time at all: HG Oven Grill & Barbecue Cleaner500ml. HGBOGC500 £6.16 dislodges dirt and grease with ease leaving surfaces gleaming. Scrub the grime away with the Outback Stainless Steel BBQ Cleaning Brush370185 £9.66 or Outback 3 in 1 Barbecue Cleaner370174 £4.78 amongst others. Like I say though...let's enjoy the garden and forget the cleaning until tomorrow.

left - right, top - bottom: HG Oven Grill And Barbecue Cleaner 500ml, Outback 3 In 1 Barbecue Cleaning Brush, Outback Stainless Steel Barbecue Cleaning Brush

We're fully equipped, BBQ Pro's now. The food is beautifully cooked and we're ready to kick back and chow down to the sights or sounds of Wimbledon (other summer sports are available) or Glastonbury (other summer festivals are available). If you fancy wheeling the telebox outside we'd recommend choosing one of our cable reels / extension leadsPrices from £4.98...just sayin' :)

For light garden furniture, the Rondeau Arondeck plastic chairsSuper price - only £22.99 are deceptively comfortable! Available in 5 fun, quirky colours, these chairs are roomy, super practical (wipe away any spills easily) and easy on the pocket. The Rondeau Arondeck plastic folding garden tablesA bargain at £17.50 (available in 3 quirktastic colours) are nice 'n sturdy and allow enough space for plates, condiments and beer. Water. I meant water. Honest...! If you fancy a more reclined position and super comfort, you have to try out the Textilene Reclining Garden Chair/LoungerA steal at just £36.98. Holy Maizey. Pure bliss! 4 colours available. There is one unfortunate drawback I have to confess to if I want to keep my job *sigh, deep intake of breath* I'm afraid that once you sit down you are in serious danger of becoming so comfortable that you'll not be able to get up. Ever. Oh well...

left - right: Rondeau Arondeck Plastic Chair & Folding Garden Table

The BBQ has gone down well. Relaxing to the sounds of the headling act on the Pyramid Stage or "40-Love, Match Point" while sitting on your über comfy Arondeck chairA great offer - just £22.99 or Textilene Recliner£36.98, friends and family will probably start to comment on how well you keep your lawn. It looks so fresh and healthy...what is your secret?! HozelockSpecialists in hoses etc is your secret. This is a very well respected brand and leader in the Hoses, Sprayers and FittingsView Hoses, Sprayers and Fittings Category market. Experts kinetic aquatics their range performs to H2Wow standard...H 2 Oh My Goodness (I'll stop now) Hozelock'sView All Hoselock Products range covers every scenario for the garden aficionado. Their product reliability, longevity and 'designed with the user in mind' approach is evident by their efficiency and high performance. It's not a bit of wonder why their products are so popular in both our store premises and online shop. Their products are a sure winner with gardeners of all levels. From the once a week tenders to the dedicated member of the Greenfingers Party, the HozelockView All Hoselock Products range satisfies the most basic application to the most complex garden sprinkler systems set ups. Hozelock hand pump sprayers are ideal for dispersing weed killer to help keep your grass vibrant and healthy all year long. The reach and durability of their hose systems allows them to be used for cleaning bikes, cars or windows. A range of excellent Hozelock Spray GunsView Range, connectors and other components covers every watering scenario from the basic 'point and shoot' to more technical applications.

Textilene Reclining Chairs - Comfy Garden Furniture!

If you want ultra efficiency, power and near perfection I must share the super popular Hozelock Auto ReelView Range. It is creating quite an impression in the shop, allowing customers to try then buy. Which they do! There are 2 lengths available. The Hozelock Auto Reel 30mHOZ2590 £102.58 and Hozelock Auto Reel 40mHOZ2595 £130.88. The hose extends and recoils easily into its wall-mounted casing - which protects the hose integrity and keeps things neat 'n tidy! Cleaning and watering the lawn has never been easier. Minimal time and effort with the auto reel - tried and tested!

left - right: Hozelock Pattern Dial Sprinkler, Roundup Concentrated Weedkiller, Hozelock Hand Sprayer and Gloves Kit, Hozelock Multi-Hose Spray Gun

Hopefully we've given you a few thoughts and ideas on how you can enjoy the garden this summer. Get out there and enjoy it! Remember, we're open 7 days a week - feel free to pop in for a chat - we're only too happy to help and take the time to share our product knowledge with you. Thanks for taking the time to read. If you've enjoyed it, g'wan ahead and share it :)

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