Back in 2000, in the early days of the web, our first web site was set up selling a basic range of barbecues and   THEBBQ.CO.UK   became the first UK dedicated barbecue site. Then in 2005 a second website was created,   ESSENTIALBBQ.CO.UK   offering the same range and prices, but with a different feel and format.

As people master 'basic' barbecuing there seems a real interest growing back into 'traditional' barbecuing. What I mean is using charcoal, and playing with fire. Well if we are honest that's what us boys like doing most - we just need the excuse! We are discovering a growing number of two barbecue families. Usually a hooded gas barbecue suitable for those occasions when they come home from work, the weather is pleasant and they fancy cooking and eating outdoors. So instead of being in a hot stuffy kitchen with all the associated smells and mess they take the chops outside and enjoy the occasion. The second barbecue tends to be a charcoal one, quite often a smoker where, time permitting, one can explore and play.

We are constantly sourcing new products, new ideas, new methods, new techniques.  

Barbecues and Smokers are still our love but we've adopted the bigger picture, and supply a range of accessories and the best quality smoking wood chips and wood pellets.