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I have a Weber Charcoal BBQ which is good, but it takes up too much space.
Is there such a thing as a decent, sturdy camping BBQ that can double up as a fire pit but also cooks well? If its easy to clean that's even better.
A friend has one of these that works quite well, but any alternatives much appreciated.
Never tried it as a fire pit (probs a bit small) but the Weber Go Anywhere is v good and fits nicely into a car boot. You can even mod it to fit a small chimney starter inside.
I noticed they were using them on the street food episode of MasterChef last season so must be good. 🙂
I use mine at home also if I just want to sear a couple of steaks or whatever.
I just looked and like everything they seem to have gone up a lot. I'm sure I paid about £70
In anticipation of the Cobb fanbois arriving, bear in mind that Cobbs are only really good for slow boiling food. Rubbish for actual bbqs
The Weber Go Anywhere is what I've already got. Whilst I can fill the insides with wood / fuel, the handle (on mine) isn't removable. I may see if I can tinker something.
Ah I thought you meant you had a big kettle. I picked up one of those folding ones from Lidl for mega cheap but I've never used it tbh. I don't find the Go Anywhere hard to pack but fair enough.
OP - the one your friend has is the one I was going to recommend. My mate has one and it works really well.
Weber Go Anywhere +1. It really is a great bit of kit. We also have a pizza stone for it for added meal variety.
Fire pit? Well you can chuck some logs on after cooking.
Fwiw. If you want a proper big firepit, then get a proper big firepit and keep the Go-Anywhere for cooking as there isn't much better for cooking.
We have a large, c90cm dia firepit. The legs fold and the mesh lid, fire support and legs all fit inside the bowl so whilst it is still a 90cm dia circle, it isn't that bulky (relatively). It cost about £20 from a garden centre 8 years ago.
I picked up one of those folding ones from Lidl for mega cheap but I’ve never used it tbh.
I have one of those and it works ok. It folds very small which is great if your car is completely rammed (mine always is). It's pretty flimsy though.
I use a UCO Grilliput.
It’s a bookcase stove, folds flat, doesn’t scorch the earth, isn’t too heavy.
The mini would be just enough for one person. The regular size is big enough to bbq food and boil a kettle.
I have the regular sized one.
In anticipation of the Cobb fanbois arriving, bear in mind that Cobbs are only really good for slow boiling food. Rubbish for actual bbqs
That’s cos you’re doing it wrong. You need to spoon any fat out of the moat & pour on the charcoal to make it smoke.
But yes, they’re a better slow cooker than a BBQ & it seems impossible to burn anything to a crisp. I love mine but I’ve also got a foldy up briefcase type from Argos for more authentic BBQing.
It’s only for use when away in the tin shed though.
If you want a proper big firepit, then get a proper big firepit and keep the Go-Anywhere for cooking
This would be my inclination as well but I guess it depends what kind of cooking you are going to do. If it's just burning some burgers then the suitcase thing will probs be fine. 😛
I have this kit, which works well for the two of us.
https://uk.wolfandgrizzly.com/products/campfire-trio
But I definitely didn’t pay that much for it…
I picked up one of those folding ones from Lidl for mega cheap but I’ve never used it tbh.
I got the Aldi folding version a few years ago for about 15 quid IIRC. They're great. Its had plenty of use and still going strong
Have the Son of Hibachi.
Great concept, but despite being made of solid iron it's flimsy. If you do but it I suggest securing our changing the screws and bolts for something decent.
Works well as a fire pit and very well as a grill. Doesn't fold flat.
We have a full Snowpeak firepit and grill set up - please don't mention the cost. I know it is a ridiculous amount of money. However it is fantastic and my favourite bit of camping equipment.
Also own a Cadac Safari Chef LP gas thing for sites which don't allow fires and have a Weber go anywhere which is ok but has no adjustment of grill height so you have to have a hot end and cooler end and better bbq management technique!
I have the Weber go anywhere and the larger outwell folding bbq, it's just ok for bbq'ing on and would work ok as a firepit as long as you aren't anywhere that cares about grass getting burnt/ruined with hot ash. It is a pain to set up unless you've lovingly cleaned it after using it and removing the ash is a messy affair which kind of renders the compact design a bit redundant and that's where the Go anywhere wins out.
does it have to be coal? since getting our campingaz party grill we haven't used our camping bbq for camping once - having all the cooking on a single, easy to use device is just much more convinient.
You need to spoon any fat out of the moat
I'd have a word with your groundskeeper.
I don't like the look of the super light, intricately folding ones, they look like a messy hassle. I'd go for charcoal as then i can just bung a couple of logs in afterwards.
As the Go Anywhere packs all the mess in to a relatively tidy package I may keep that, I just need to do something about the handle on the lid, either make it removable / clip on or foldable.
Any ideas? I never use the lid except for packing, so may remove it altogether and cover the remaining holes.
does it have to be coal?
This is a thread about barbecues...
If you have deep pockets then a Madkon Ammo box would be a good shout. Pros - Built to last, folds down well, made from stainless steel, comes with a tough bag for transporting it. Cons - spendy, heavy, availability.
Did I mention they’re expensive!
@piha The Biker looks ok though and £72 isn't bad.
I have a GAnywhere, but I just use it at home as camping is a no no with a wife who has strong hayfever and no love of camping, I also prefer a comfy bed too.
Any ideas? I never use the lid except for packing, so may remove it altogether and cover the remaining holes.
Not to be rude but it sounds like the briefcase style ones would suit you as the lid and adjustable air vents are handy features if you're really into cooking and you want to be able to smoke food and control temps for a longer cook/roast etc.
If you're not doing that I imagine the briefcase style would do you just fine.
£10 bucket barbeque from any garden centre. Little bucket with feet underneath so it doesnt burn the ground and a little grill on top.
By the time you have packed 3 of them instant light packs of coal in it you have pretty much negated the space it takes up. You then use 2 of the bags to have a barbeque and melt marshmallows. Once you have finished SUP or whatever you are doing down by the lakeshore you can then throw the final bag on with some wood you brought along for a little fire to sit and chat around. Use a bit of lake water to dowse it all down. take all your rubbish and ash home with you and clean it up ready for reuse when you get home.
Used my bucket loads last year. Never left a mess and fed upto 8 people quite easily. Admittedly a limited menu of sausage or bacon butties.
A friend has one of these that works quite well
I had one of those. It also worked quite well. Once. When I came back to it it was more rust than metal.
@5lab yeah we have a cadac gas one which is a very similar proposition. It's great, never use the portable charcoal one nowadays as its way more faff.
We got the cadac as it takes the same canisters as all of our gas powered camping stoved
the go anywhre is ace when you realise cutting the grill in half makes it much more versatile and lends you cramb everythign including the starter chimney inside