The BBQ Centre
The BBQ Centre has been supplying Barbecues since 1976 and was one of the very first official Weber dealers selling BBQs from the front of a national petrol station. Since then we have gone from strength to strength and have continued to grow. We are one of the largest, and one of the only 100% dedicated BBQ stores in the UK. Alongside Weber Barbecues we now offer the Superior Canadian Built Broil King and Napoleon BBQs. We are Proud to be the UK's Largest Broil King Dealer and to be recognised by Napoleon Grills as a Premier store. It really is the only thing we sell! Technology never stands still and the same in true for the BBQ industry. We are a leading dealer for the cutting edge & technically advanced Traeger.html Pellet grills and Smokers. Other Brands we stock are Outback, Beefeater, Napoleon Grills, Broil King, Kamado Joe, Char-Broil, Masterbuilt Gravity Grills Plus many other great Brands.
The last few years have seen a huge rise in the Domestic Pizza Oven Business! Here at The BBQ Centre we selected 2 outstanding brands to head up our Pizza oven line up. The ever-trendy Ovens from Gozney And the gorgeous Italian inspired Collection from Delivita Pizza Ovens
We are constantly searching for new well designed and built Barbecues, every year we are excited to add New Brands of Gas & Charcoal Barbecues. Naturally our range includes many great bbq accessories and we carry spare parts for most.
We send our staff on numerous specialist BBQ cooking schools each year so even if you just want some advice give us a call and talk to the specialists.
The last few years have seen a huge rise in the Domestic Pizza Oven Business! Here at The BBQ Centre we selected 2 outstanding brands to head up our Pizza oven line up. The ever-trendy Ovens from Gozney And the gorgeous Italian inspired Collection from Delivita Pizza Ovens
We are constantly searching for new well designed and built Barbecues, every year we are excited to add New Brands of Gas & Charcoal Barbecues. Naturally our range includes many great bbq accessories and we carry spare parts for most.
We send our staff on numerous specialist BBQ cooking schools each year so even if you just want some advice give us a call and talk to the specialists.
Gas Or Charcoal
Whether you're in the charcoal or gas barbecue camp, you're in luck. Taste tests indicate there's no significant flavour difference either way. The choice is strictly personal. Consider how you plan to use your barbecue? Will you barbecue every night or just on special occasions? Will that change over time? Is cost an issue? While gas barbecues are initially more expensive, they generally cost less to operate in the long run. Both are great choices. Pick the one that's right for you!
CHARCOAL - DIRECT
Direct cooking is when food is cooked directly over charcoal briquettes. Always barbecue with the lid on, turning the food once during cooking time. Covered cooking prevents flare-ups and provides evenly distributed heat for sealing in the natural flavours of all kinds of foods. Use direct cooking for sausages, chops, kebabs, vegetables, fish, steaks and other foods that take less than twenty-five minutes to cook.
CHARCOAL - INDIRECT
Indirect cooking is similar to roasting - the charcoal briquettes are arranged on both sides of the barbecue kettle. With the lid on, heat rises and reflects evenly all around the food, (it's the same process as a convection oven). The Weber barbecue does the work and you enjoy the food. Use the indirect method for cooking whole meats such as hams, roasts, ribs, chickens. turkeys, whole fish - and even cakes and breads. Basically, all food that takes more than 25 minutes to cook.
GAS - DIRECT
Direct cooking is used for sealing in the natural juices of meat for moist, tender results. It's accomplished by placing the food directly over the heat source. As hot fat drips from the food onto our specially designed Flavorizer' bars, it 'sizzles' and creates the smoke that gives food that irresistible barbecued flavour.
GAS - INDIRECT
Indirect cooking is used to thoroughly cook seared food and for cooking roasts, poultry, game and foods high in fat, such as ribs or duck. The burners are lit on either side of the food. The circulating heat works much like a convection oven, cooking the food evenly on all sides.
CHARCOAL - DIRECT
Direct cooking is when food is cooked directly over charcoal briquettes. Always barbecue with the lid on, turning the food once during cooking time. Covered cooking prevents flare-ups and provides evenly distributed heat for sealing in the natural flavours of all kinds of foods. Use direct cooking for sausages, chops, kebabs, vegetables, fish, steaks and other foods that take less than twenty-five minutes to cook.
CHARCOAL - INDIRECT
Indirect cooking is similar to roasting - the charcoal briquettes are arranged on both sides of the barbecue kettle. With the lid on, heat rises and reflects evenly all around the food, (it's the same process as a convection oven). The Weber barbecue does the work and you enjoy the food. Use the indirect method for cooking whole meats such as hams, roasts, ribs, chickens. turkeys, whole fish - and even cakes and breads. Basically, all food that takes more than 25 minutes to cook.
GAS - DIRECT
Direct cooking is used for sealing in the natural juices of meat for moist, tender results. It's accomplished by placing the food directly over the heat source. As hot fat drips from the food onto our specially designed Flavorizer' bars, it 'sizzles' and creates the smoke that gives food that irresistible barbecued flavour.
GAS - INDIRECT
Indirect cooking is used to thoroughly cook seared food and for cooking roasts, poultry, game and foods high in fat, such as ribs or duck. The burners are lit on either side of the food. The circulating heat works much like a convection oven, cooking the food evenly on all sides.
Seasonal Showroom Hours
OPEN EVERY DAY - March - August
Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 10am - 4pm Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 10am - 4pm March - Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm April - Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm (Closed Easter Sunday) May - Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm June - Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm July - Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm
AUGUST to MARCH - Tuesday - Saturday
August - Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm September - Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm October - Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm November - Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm December - Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm January - Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm
We are always happy to accommodate appointments (by prior arrangement) outside of our Retail Store Seasonal hours. Please contact us to arrange either by email [email protected] or call us on 01767 686666:
Option 1 - Retail Store
Option 2 - Sales
Option 3 - Technical Advice
Option 4 - Online Orders and Warehouse
AUGUST to MARCH - Tuesday - Saturday
We are always happy to accommodate appointments (by prior arrangement) outside of our Retail Store Seasonal hours. Please contact us to arrange either by email [email protected] or call us on 01767 686666:
Option 1 - Retail Store
Option 2 - Sales
Option 3 - Technical Advice
Option 4 - Online Orders and Warehouse
Security Information
We take your data security very seriously indeed and our website uses 128bit SSL encryption when entering your personal details. The golden padlock will only appear when you checkout to ensure our site is not slowed down by the encryption whilst browsing, however as we are also a 'Bricks and Mortar' retailer, you will always find someone available on the end of the phone if you prefer to call direct on 01767-686666. (please note the padlock appears in Internet Explorer 7 in the address bar as opposed to the bottom of the browser as in previous versions). All credit/debit card payments are processed through CreditCall & Sellerdeck Payments and you can be certain of their security level.
Contact Us
Please see our Seasonal hours if you are looking to visit our Retail Store
The BBQ Centre (Next to G&M Growers)
Hitchin Road
Upper Caldecote
Biggleswade
SG18 9BU
Phone lines are open Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm
• 01767 686666
Option 1 - Retail Store
Option 2 - Sales
Option 3 - Technical Advice
Option 4 - Online Orders and Warehouse
Alternatively, you can email us at any time on sales@bedsbbq.co.uk.
The BBQ Centre (Next to G&M Growers)
Hitchin Road
Upper Caldecote
Biggleswade
SG18 9BU
Phone lines are open Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm
• 01767 686666
Option 1 - Retail Store
Option 2 - Sales
Option 3 - Technical Advice
Option 4 - Online Orders and Warehouse
Alternatively, you can email us at any time on sales@bedsbbq.co.uk.
