From The Shack

We’re back with part two of one of our biggest topics yet—the rise of backyard BBQ culture in the UK. In this follow-up to Episode 2, we go even deeper into how the UK BBQ scene is growing, evolving, and catching fire.

This time, we look at it through the lens of the brands driving the industry forward. We’ve gathered insights and quotes from some of the biggest names in UK BBQ—from grill manufacturers to fuel suppliers—to understand how the surge in interest is impacting product trends, innovation, and customer habits.

As always, we also bring you the latest from the BBQ community, plus a rundown of some of our favourite cooks from the past few weeks. It’s fire, flavour, and plenty of food talk from your mates in the shack.

What to Expect:
🔥 Industry insights from top UK BBQ brands:

• What’s selling, what’s changing, and what’s coming next.

• The rise in premium gear, fuel innovation, and year-round BBQing.
  🔥 Quotes from the brands: Hear what major players are saying about the UK BBQ boom.
  🔥 Recent cooks: Our personal favourites and what inspired them.
  🔥 Community news & shoutouts: As always, we highlight what’s happening in the BBQ scene.

Brands Featured in This Episode:
🔥 @biggreenegguk – The green iconic ceramic grill pioneers.
🔥 @kadaiuk – Open Fire leaders in fire pits.
🔥 @grillinggearuk – BBQ gear for backyard pitmasters.
🔥 @monolithgrillukir – High-end kamado grills built for precision.
🔥 @thermapen – The gold standard in BBQ temperature control.
🔥 @globaltic_uk – Premium lumpwood charcoal fuelling UK fires.
Got thoughts on the UK BBQ scene or want to share your favourite recent cook? Want a shoutout on the pod or know an event we should cover? Drop us a message—we’re building this community together.

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• Instagram: @fromtheshackpod

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• YouTube: @fromtheshackpod

Thanks for tuning in to Episode 3 of From The Shack! Whether you’re new to the BBQ world or a seasoned pitmaster, we’re here to bring you the stories, tools, and inspiration to fire things up. See you next time—and until then, happy grilling!

In this episode, we fire up the mics and chat about our latest cooks, kit obsessions, and what's been going down on the grills this week.

Then we dive into our main topic:
The Rise of Backyard BBQ in the UK.
From humble burgers and bangers to reverse-seared ribeyes and full-blown outdoor kitchens — the British BBQ scene has come a long way. We unpack why it's booming, how social media and brands are fuelling the fire, and what makes UK BBQ culture unique.

We also bring you the latest BBQ community news, share an exciting update on The Big BBQ Community Cookout (October’s free fire-cooked celebration), and shout out a few brilliant brands making waves in the scene.

Links & Mentions:

• The Big BBQ Community Cookout info → cheshirebbqschool.org

• Follow us on Instagram → @fromtheshackpodcast

• Tag us in your cooks and setups — we love to share them!

Sponsors:
Huge thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the show:
🔥 @alfrescochapel — BBQ showroom in Chorley
🔥 @pitbarreluk — The original vertical drum smoker
🔥 @thermapen — The only thermometer we trust on the grill

#FromTheShackPodcast #UKBBQ #BBQCommunity #LiveFireCooking #BackyardBBQ #BBQLife #LowAndSlow #BBQUK #OutdoorCooking #BBQShow #TheBigBBQCommunityCookout

We’re kicking off Season 2 of From the Shack with exciting news — we’ve got new sponsors, big plans, and a massive community event on the horizon!

👉 In this episode:

• We welcome Alfresco Chapel BBQ Centre — the ultimate BBQ showroom in the northwest

• We’re now powered by Pit Barrel Cookers — simple, flavour-packed cooking in a barrel

• Thermapen continues supporting the show with their industry-leading thermometers

• And we give a full update on the Big BBQ Community Cookout — a free BBQ celebration with live fire cooking, competitions, brands, and prizes

💬 Whether you're a weekend warrior or a pro pitmaster, there's something in this one for you.

• Alfresco Chapel: @alfresco_chapel_bbq/

• Pit Barrel Cookers: @pitbarreluk

• Thermapen: @thermapen

• Big BBQ Community Cookout info: cheshirebbqschool.org

🔗 Links & Shoutouts

🎙 Season 1 finale is here — and it’s a special one!We went LIVE for the very first time, with tongs in hand and coals burning hot to celebrate the final day of UK BBQ Week 2025.🔥 This episode was streamed straight from the Shack, featuring:👇— World Cuisine on Fire: The UK BBQ Week theme was global flavours, so we cooked up a full Texas BBQ tray — but with a twist on every single item.— Season 1 Wrap-Up: We look back on an epic few months of community, conversations, cooks and chaos — all from two backyard BBQers just doing what we love.— Live Vibes: No edits, no filters, just pure BBQ passion — recorded live with our audience, questions, and plenty of meat.🙏 Massive thanks to everyone who tuned in, listened, shared, and supported Season 1. You’ve helped build something really special.We’re taking a few weeks off to reset, rest, and stoke the fire — but don’t worry:Season 2 is coming in HOT.🛠️ This episode was proudly sponsored by:🔥 Thermapen – https://thermapen.co.uk🎯 Use code SHACK-20 for 20% off sitewide!🥩 The Catering Butcher – top-quality meat for real BBQers🔥 Globaltic Charcoal – the fuel behind the fire📍 Join the Shack community:📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/fromtheshackpodcast🎬 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@fromtheshackpodcast▶️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fromtheshackpodcast👨‍🍳 Steve (Charred Food Co): https://instagram.com/charredfoodco👨‍🍳 Dec (Cheshire Grill): https://instagram.com/cheshire_grill🔥 Cheshire BBQ School: https://instagram.com/cheshirebbqschool🎯 Want to work with us in Season 2?We’re open to podcast sponsors, product collabs, BBQ events, and shoutouts. Let’s build something 🔥🎧 Catch up on all episodes of Season 1 on:Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music | Google Podcasts🔥 Hit play, raise a glass (or a brisket), and help us close out Season 1 with a bang.#FromTheShackPodcast #UKBBQWeek #BBQPodcast #LiveFireCooking #BBQCommunity #Thermapen #GlobalticCharcoal #TheCateringButcher #TexasBBQ #CheshireBBQSchool #KamadoCooking

From the Shack Podcast — Episode 15: "UK BBQ Week, AI, BBQ & Monolith"

🎙 Streaming from 9AM Sunday morning! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & all major platforms.

This week, we’re diving into one of the biggest weeks in the UK BBQ calendar… and lighting up some BIG discussions along the way:

👇 Inside this episode:

— UK BBQ Week 2025: What it’s all about, the daily cooking themes, and what we’re planning to throw on the fire! (Spoiler: expect smoke, sizzle, and some surprises).

— The Rise of AI in BBQ Socials: Fake food pics? Enhanced BBQ shots? Is it helping or hurting the real-deal backyard cook movement? We get into it.

— BIG NEWS: We’re teaming up with Monolith Kamado: Why we're buzzing about working with one of the most respected names in the ceramic grill game.

— Plus the usual fire:

🍖 What we've been cooking

🔥 Community news

📅 Upcoming events

💬 Unfiltered takes and probably some off-topic laughs.

🛠️ This episode is brought to you by Thermapen

Because when you’re serious about your BBQ, you NEED accuracy.

👉 https://thermapen.co.uk

🎯 Use the code SHACK-20 at checkout for 20% off sitewide — you’re welcome.

📍 Follow us & join the Shack community:

📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/fromtheshackpodcast

🎬 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@fromtheshackpodcast

▶️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fromtheshackpodcast

👨‍🍳 Steve (Charred Food Co): https://instagram.com/charredfoodco

👨‍🍳 Dec (Cheshire Grill): https://instagram.com/cheshire_grill

🔥 Cheshire BBQ School: https://instagram.com/cheshirebbqschool

🎯 Want to get involved with the show?

We’re open to sponsorships, product features, BBQ event partnerships, and shoutouts! If you want your brand to be in front of a real, growing BBQ community — get in touch!

👂 Ready to listen?

Hit play, fire up the grill, and let’s make Sunday mornings your new BBQ ritual.

(And hey — don't forget to drop us a review if you love what we’re building here.)

🎧 Listen now on:

Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music | Google Podcasts

#FromTheShackPodcast #UKBBQ #BBQPodcast #CheshireBBQSchool #BBQCommunity #Thermapen #UKBBQWeek #KamadoCooking #MonolithGrills

“Foundations, Fire, and the Feast”

Available from 9AM Sunday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube

🔥 Inside the First Ever Cheshire BBQ School Class

Steve shares how it all kicked off — from lighting up the kettles to laying down the BBQ fundamentals. Real backyard skills, hands-on coaching, and a room full of fired-up learners. Spoiler: it was class.

🔥 The Wild Grill Experience at Millington Hall Farm

Think offset smoker. Think banquet. Think fire-fuelled storytelling in the Cheshire countryside. Steve takes us behind the scenes of his new demo pitmaster role and how BBQ is more than a meal — it's a movement.

🔥 Alfresco Chapel Open Day Recap

One field. One flame. Loads of familiar faces. We reflect on a brilliant day with the Northern UK BBQ community — full of laughter, smoke, and stories. If you were there, you’ll want to relive it. If you weren’t? Hit play and catch the vibe.

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The only thermometer we trust on the shack shelf. Lightning fast. British-built. Game-changing accuracy.

👉 Grab yours at thermapen.co.uk

💸 Use code SHACK20 for 20% off sitewide

📍 @cheshirebbqschool

📍 @millington.hall.farm

📍 @alfrescochapel

📍 @charredfoodco

📍 @cheshiregrill

📍 @thermapen

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Want to sponsor the podcast or get your shout-out heard by the UK BBQ community?

📩 Drop us a DM or email — we’d love to chat.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to take your first BBQ class, fire up an offset, or hang with the UK’s BBQ fam in a chapel field — this episode’s got your name on it.

🎙️ Hit play. Fire up your pit. Let’s go.

#BBQPodcast #UKBBQ #BBQCommunity #OffsetSmoker #BackyardBBQ #Thermapen #FromTheShack #CheshireBBQSchool

Episode 13 - Dec’s Top 3 Cookbooks & The Best Kamado Debate! 📚🔥

This week, Dec breaks down his top 3 must-have cookbooks for anyone serious about BBQ, grilling, and live fire cooking. If you’re looking to up your game, these books should be on your shelf! 📖🔥

Also in this episode:

🔥 What’s the best Kamado? Mark from Instagram asked, so we’re diving into it—pros, cons, and which ones are worth your money.

🔥 Steve’s BBQ classes update—more info on what to expect and why they’re perfect for anyone wanting to master the grill.

🔥 Millington Hall Farm demo role—Steve shares more about his new position as pitmaster for their live fire experience days.

🔥 Community news, events, and what we’ve been cooking.

🎧 Listen now:

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/from-the-shack/id1581288822

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0aWSUXGH6KIYdOOBd9rd3O?si=-mkhYbI9SIOt1VoLZJtP4Q

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDZWIzmo2Qke0ivSUHn3JnhChP5SEqpDW

📚 Dec’s top cookbook picks:

SEARED - https://amzn.eu/d/ddo9kEk

Indian Curry at Home -https://amzn.eu/d/94Xbfnk

Beefy Boys - https://amzn.eu/d/dEsG3Mw

Big Eats - https://amzn.eu/d/j1NVTpm

🍖 Cheshire BBQ School - tickets available now:

https://charred.sumupstore.com

📍 Follow us & join the conversation: https://www.instagram.com/fromtheshackpod?igsh=M2N1Ym04NHIwMHI2

#BBQPodcast #BBQCookbooks #LiveFireCooking #KamadoGrill #CheshireBBQSchool

Episode 12 - Fields to Fork Festival & Big Announcements! 🎙🔥

In this episode, we’re joined by Alex from the Fields to Fork Festival to talk all about this brand-new two-day festival celebrating British farming and the culture that surrounds it. We cover:

✅ The vision behind Fields to Fork 🌾

✅ The top-tier chefs doing live fire demos 🔥

✅ What to expect across the weekend 🎪

And because Alex is feeling generous, we’ve got a family ticket giveaway for the festival—head over to our Instagram to enter! 🎟

Plus, in this episode:

🍽 Dec’s double restaurant review—two spots you need to check out

🔥 Steve’s BBQ classes are LIVE—tickets for Cheshire BBQ School are now on sale!

🔥 Community news, BBQ talk, and more!

🎧 Listen now: https://linktr.ee/fromtheshackpod

🎟 Fields to Fork Festival: https://fieldstoforkfestival.co.uk/

📍 Follow Alex & the festival: https://www.instagram.com/fields_to_fork

🍖 Cheshire BBQ School: https://www.instagram.com/cheshire_bbq_school

📲 Follow us & enter the giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/fromtheshackpod

#FieldsToFork #BBQPodcast #LiveFireCooking #BBQCommunity #CheshireBBQSchool

Episode 11 is here, featuring special guest Ryan Green from @grillinggearuk_! We chat all about his new brand Grilling Gear, what’s in store for the future, and some seriously game-changing BBQ products—including his Chimney Starter and brand-new Burger Smasher, which just dropped this week.

Exclusive Listener Offer! 🔥

Ryan is hooking up our listeners with FREE shipping on all Grilling Gear orders placed from Sunday, 2nd March to the following Sunday—saving you £3.50! Just use the code SHACK when ordering here:

👉 Order via this link

✅ What we’ve been cooking – some banging dishes as always

✅ Community news & upcoming events – are you heading to any BBQ events this year?

✅ Huge news – we have an official show sponsor! 🎉

We’re buzzing to announce Thermapen (@thermapen) as our official sponsor! The ultimate precision food thermometer, built for pros but loved by home cooks. Want one? Use code SHACK20 for 20% off at thermapen.co.uk

✅ Steve’s big updates:

• Appointed Pitmaster for the Millington Hall Farm event days (@millington.hall.farm)
• Officially launching his BBQ school – Cheshire BBQ! 🔥

👊 Follow Ryan & Grilling Gear: @grillinggearuk_

🔥 Community BBQ Pages: @bbqupnorth | @jons.bbq

🏡 Millington Hall Farm: @millington.hall.farm

🎧 Listen now and let us know your thoughts!

From The Shack - Episode 10 | Your Guide to UK BBQ Events 2025

Episode Summary:

In this episode, we're diving into the UK BBQ event calendar! Join us as we chat about the confirmed events on the horizon, the ones we’re excited to attend, and even the ones we dream about. We'll also share community news, update you on our latest cooking adventures, and give shoutouts to fellow BBQ enthusiasts.

What to Expect:

UK BBQ Event Calendar: A detailed look at the events currently confirmed—plus our personal picks of where we’re headed next!

Community News: Catch up on what’s been happening at From The Shack and around the BBQ scene.

Cooking Updates & Shoutouts: Hear about our recent cooks and get a chance to be featured—if you know of any events or want a shoutout on the pod, let us know!

We want to hear from you! If you know of any BBQ events, big or small, that we might have missed, drop us a message. And if you want a shoutout on the podcast, tell us about it—this is all about building the UK BBQ community together.

Connect with Us:

Instagram: @fromtheshackpod

TikTok: @fromtheshackpod

YouTube: @fromtheshackpod

Thanks for joining us on this episode of From The Shack! We’re fired up about the exciting events ahead and can’t wait to see you all out there grilling and gathering. Until next time, keep the fire burning and happy BBQ-ing!