Spring is here and summer is fast approaching, and many Brits have already begun transforming their gardens in time for those warmer days.
If there's one thing that we can all agree on, it's that us folk in the UK love sunny days, relaxing in the garden and more importantly throwing a few steaks and kebabs on the barbecue.
A there are a many types of grills on the market to suit your needs, ranging from compact options for smaller gardens to heavy duty smoker and grill combos if you're really wanting to go to town.
The barbecue you buy largely depends on how you like your food to look and taste, as some grills are powered by the fuel from charcoal, which delivers a lovely smoky flavour. Other available options also include gas and electric.
We've rounded some of the best charcoal barbecue options for you to consider that are available to buy online now.
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1. Neo Large Barrel Smoker Barbecue
Best smoker BBQ
Prepare delicious gourmet meals for the family on this large barrel smoker barbeque.
The compact design means that it will fit most patios, decks and even balconies.
The porcelain enamel cooking grates are durable allowing you to regulate the cooking temperature easily, while the cooking chamber is designed with an adjustable charcoal pan for better heating.
2. Gardenline Kamado Ceramic Egg BBQ
Best Kamodo egg BBQ
The uniquely designed Gardenline Kamado Ceramic Egg BBQ features a gorgeous ceramic outdoor oven with temperature gauge, a powder coated steel hinge, bands, handle, chimney top, fire grate bring, stainless steel hinge springs and an ash door bring.
It will allow you to cook food that is not only succulent but also gorgeously smoky. Its versatility allows you to grill, bake, slow cook and smoke your summer bbq favourites.
3. John Lewis & Partners Charcoal BBQ
Best all-round BBQ
This modern design John Lewis & Partners charcoal barbecue is ideal for giving your food that authentic charcoal-grilled flavour
It's neat and compact, making it suitale for small spaces and can cater for a sizeable group.
The BBQ comes with a stainless steel warming rack, porcelain-coated wire grills, and the double-skinned hood includes a in-built thermometer enabling you to keep an eye on the cooking temperature.
You'll get more than enough storage sapce with your BBQ as it comes with side shelves that are ideal for keeping food, crockery and BBQ tools to hand, while the base and middle stainless steel shelves provide even more storage.
4. Weber SmokeFire (2nd Generation) EX4 GBS Wood Fired Pellet Grill
Best luxury BBQ
One of our reporter's was lucky enough to fire one of these up during a stint of nice weather. Not only does it look the part, but it has some pretty cool features to make this the ultimate cooking copanion for summer.
The 2022 SMOKEFIRE Wood Fired Pellet Grill brings a sleek, distinctive black-on-black aesthetic to Weber’s all-in-one grilling experience, which centers on wood fired flavour through both high heat searing and low and slow smoking.
Using WEBER CONNECT smart technology, you'll be able to turn your girlling experience into a smart one and unlock recipes and cooking suggestions.
Built-in grill lighting illuminates the cooking grate for those extended evening or early morning cooking.
Buy now from Weber (£1599.99).
5. BergHOFF – Leo Carbon Steel Tabletop BBQ with Cork Lid
Best tabletop BBQ
This nifty little practical, high-quality tabletop BBQ is made from durable, heat-resistant carbon steel. It's lightweight and has removable silicone handles and a handy carrying strap making it easily portable.
Included in the kit is a fire basket, charcoal grate, grill grate and an adjustable cork lid to control airflow to the heat source. Get up and grilling in no time while the heat shield protects you and the outdoor surrounds.
We love this option as although it’s fairly small in size, can feed up to six of your guests - ideal for the summer.
6. Outsunny BBQ Tripod Charcoal Barbecue
Best tripod BBQ
This stylish Pedestal Charcoal BBQ is the perfect portable charcoal grill.
The high-temperature enamel basin can resist up to 600 ℃ and the clever design allows this unit to stand at an adjustable height to suit your needs.
It's the ideal outdoor barbecue for family gatherings and outdoor parties with minimal space.
7. Bar-Be-Quick Charcoal Smoker and Grill
Best BBQ for smoking
If you're going to barbecue, why not make it Bar-Be-Quick? After all, no one likes standing over a hot grill all day.
This 2 in 1 smoker and grill offers great versatility and is capable of smoking, grilling, steaming and even roasting. It easily transforms into a portable barbecue by simply removing the top section.
Two cooking grills and a larger charcoal pan provides the facility to cater for larger numbers of hungry guests.
8. Sol 72 Outdoor 71cm Charcoal BBQ
Best large BBQ
If you're cooking for a lot of people, this barbecue is one to look out for. With an impressive 71cm cooking capacity, you can easily grill food for 7+ people.
A large lid with adjustable air vents allow correct circulation for even flavour and cook-through. The charcoal grill is not only suitable for grilling, but also for frying with the help of a frying pan.
On the respective sides of the grill there are 2 storage plates, on which you can prepare and store your grilled goods.
Buy now from Wayfair (£63.99).
9. Blooma Rockwell 200 Black Charcoal Barbecue
Best BBQ under £100
This super stylish and sleek design from Blooma will add the finishing touch to your garden, the BBQ is packed with some great features to make cooking for friends and family much easier.
This design will cook food for up to eight people, the charcoal version of the Rockwell gives you a great smoky barbecue taste, without needing to spend an arm and a leg.
The pull over lid provides great ventilation and the handy ash collection tray keeps things tidy.
10. Texas Charcoal BBQ
Best barrel BBQ
This BBQ from Studio is heavy-duty, made from porcelain with enamelled cooking grates.
There's a foldable side shelf with 4 tools included, we love the side shelf as it can be used to store extra ingredients, it can also be used as a serving station for the food that is already ready to be eaten.
11. Argos Home 43cm Kettle Charcoal BBQ
Best budget BBQ
If you have a medium to large sized family, this barbecue from Argos Home will cook up feasts for between four and six people - so it's got ample space for all of your favourite foods.
The unit also has two wheels, for quick portability if you need to move it to another area of the garden.
Now you've sorted out the perfect barbecue, why not check out the best garden storage units for convenient, quick and secure places to stow away your garden accessories when they are not in use?
