9 best BBQs and pizza ovens from Dunelm you can use this bank holiday weekend
With just a few days to go until the second bank holiday this May, the weather across parts of the UK is still looking… alright-ish. So, we're having a BBQ this weekend – no matter what.
If yours has seen better days, you might want to take a look at these beauties from Dunelm – as they start from as little as £15 for a Bucket BBQ.
Whether you're entertaining friends, family or just yourself – Dunelm have a plethora of bargain BBQ buys, and all the accessories too.
One that's caught our eye is the Kettle Charcoal BBQ. Priced at just £29, one reviewer called Geoff Connor gave it the full five-stars and added: 'Excellent product looks better than other BBQs around does the job.'
Another that we're slightly obsessed with is the Zanussi Wood Pellet Pizza Oven with Paddle & Cover, for £179. Every person that has purchased this product has rated it five out of five stars – with many hailing the speed your next pizza can cook in. More Trending
Forest Ranger mentioned: 'An excellent pizza oven. Sleek design. Easy to assemble and is portable with a handy carry bag. The pizzas were a success with an even bake, crispy on the edges and melt in your mouth cheesy topping. Delicious!'
Wilki247 also said: 'We wanted a pizza oven but couldn't really justify the nearly £400 for some models and so when seeing this Zanussi one, we thought we'd give it a shot. Zanussi are a well-known brand and so we trusted that it would be of good quality and design, and it is. Even my husband was impressed! It packs away really well neatly. When they describe it as portable- I think it's pushing it slightly- but you can definitely move it cleanly & fairly easily from the shed to outdoors in the bag it comes in. So far, so impressed!'
Our shopping expert has saved you the hassle and picked out the eight BBQs you might want to add into your basket (and garden) before the weather decides to turn sour again…
The Kettle Charcoal BBQ is a lightweight, durable grill designed for easy outdoor cooking. It features an ash catcher for clean-up, a storage shelf for convenience, and is simple to assemble – perfect for garden gatherings. Buy Now for £29
The George Foreman BBQ is a durable, family-sized grill that can cook up to 12 burgers at once. It features cast iron grids, stainless steel handles, side tables for convenience, and a built-in temperature gauge for precise cooking. Buy Now for £140
The Bucket BBQ is a lightweight, portable grill with foldable legs and a carry handle – ideal for outdoor use like picnics or camping. It's not suitable for indoor spaces or charcoal use. Buy Now for £15
The Barrel Charcoal BBQ is a sturdy, wheeled grill with built-in storage, a serving tray, and utensil space – perfect for versatile outdoor cooking and entertaining guests. Buy Now for £70
The Zanussi Wood Pellet Pizza Oven is a portable, quick-heating outdoor oven that cooks 12" pizzas in just 60 seconds. It's easy to use with wood pellets and a firelighter, and also great for roasting, baking, and searing – perfect for garden parties and family meals. Buy Now for £179
This 3-burner gas BBQ is ideal for outdoor cooking, offering a spacious grill area, precise temperature control, and a built-in thermometer. It includes durable enamel-coated plates, a side prep table, a warming rack, and a storage cabinet. Buy Now for £249
The Statesman 13-Inch Wood Fired Pizza Oven uses wood pellets to cook pizzas in just 3 minutes at temperatures up to 470°C. It's versatile for cooking meats, fish, veggies, and bread, and includes a pizza peel, built-in temperature gauge, and waterproof cover – ideal for outdoor cooking with authentic flavour. Buy Now for £179
The Tower Ignite Multi XL is a 4-in-1 BBQ with gas, charcoal, smoker, and side burner functions. It features a 3-burner grill, smoker box, adjustable charcoal tray, and storage shelf. Built for durability and easy cleaning, it's ideal for cooking for up to 15 people – perfect for large gatherings. Buy Now for £849
The Norfolk Grills N-Grill Gas BBQ is a compact, portable grill with 3 stainless steel burners, a removable trolley, and fold-away side tables. Made from durable aluminium, it's easy to clean and ideal for both home and on-the-go grilling. Buy Now for £649
So, what are you waiting for?! This weather won't be around forever – and you deserve a summer to remember, surrounded by delicious grilled food and freshly made pizza.
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