SPRING is well underway and many of us are looking to spend some more time in the sun – what better way than having a BBQ?
There are plenty of affordable BBQs on the market this weekend and many retailers have already started lowering prices.
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You will need to decide whether you want to go for a disposable, charcoal, or gas barbeque.
Each one has its perks, but it usually depends on how many people you’re feeding and how long you’re willing to wait for cooking times.
Disposable BBQs typically feed fewer people and they can only be used once.
This is because you throw them away when the grilling is done – ideal for avoiding cleaning up afterwards.
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Gas barbecues are fast and easy to use but require hooking up to gas tanks.
They can be fired up in around 10 minutes depending on the model – so you won’t have to wait if you’re starving.
Charcoal barbecues while to get started, but the coals can reach a higher temperature than gas can achieve, so it’s easier to sear food for a stronger flavour.
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Whichever you choose make sure to shop around for the best deal, prices may dip as the weather gets warmer so it’s worth keeping an eye out.
Depending on the size of your BBQ you may need to factor in a delivery charge as well.
Argos Home Drum Charcoal BBQ With Cover & Utensils – £55
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If you’re planning a large BBQ Argos has an affordable oil drum charcoal BBQ capable of cooking food for up to 10 people.
You can adjust the height of the grill of this one so that you can control the distance between the charcoal and the cooking grill.
With two wheels you have no problem moving this BBQ around your garden.
The BBQ is on special offer and you get tongs, a fork and a spatula specially made for grilling included in the price.
B&Q Outsunny Portable Charcoal BBQ Grill Steel Offset Smoker Combo Backyard – £107.99
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If you’ve got a bit more to spend you could go for the grill and smoker combo set from B&Q.
The off-set grill allows you to cook different types of food a little bit faster, there’s also a handy thermometer which sits on the lid so you can keep an eye on your food without lifting the lid.
There’s a resting table so that you can enjoy some refreshment whilst your steaks are sizzling.
You will need to order this one for delivery as it isn’t available in-store or for store collection.
The Range Portable Barrel Charcoal Barbecue Grill Trolley – £89.99
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The Range easy to easy-to-use portable charcoal BBQ which can cook up to eight burgers at the same time.
The device can reach high temperatures as it is made with powder-coated steel.
You’ll have more control over your cooking as the BBQ has air vents to help control the heat.
The BBQ comes with an ash catcher which should help reduce the amount of time you spend cleaning up.
Currys George Forman Portable 3 Burner Grill Gas BBQ – £169
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Currys currently has a deal on its George Forman Portable three-burner gas BBQ.
The BBQ was reduced from £204 to £216 so you’ll save £35.
This gas BBQ has three burners for plenty of heat, and once you’ve hooked it up to propane gas it’s easy to get going thanks to automatic ignition.
You can pop everything you need on the side shelf or store condiments on the front rack so you’re not running to and from the kitchen.
B&M Folding Flat BBQ – £20
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B&M has one of the cheapest BBQs on the market, the folding flat BBQ is priced at just £20.
This kind of BBQ will work a lot better if you’re not at home, but still want to grill a few sausages.
The BBQ can be easily set and folded back away when you need it.
The 2.9kg gadget can still hold a decent amount of food on its stainless steel grill so you can whip up a meal for two in no time.
Asda Bar-Be-Quick Instant Barbecue FSC – £3
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Some of us may not have the space to store a BBQ at home even a foldable one, so instant BBQs might work better for you.
True to their name these BBQs can feed up to four people in as little as 20 minutes and the charcoal in this BBQ will burn for about one hour
Remember instant BBQs have a one-time use so while you won’t need to worry about cleaning up afterwards you should be wary of where you dispose of them.
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