Get Ready for BBQ Season with Weber Barbecues, Outdoor Cooking & Garden Entertaining
As the days get longer and gardens become the place to gather again, BBQ season has officially arrived.
This year, outdoor cooking is bigger than ever.
With celebrity chefs like Jamie Oliver bringing barbecue cooking back into the spotlight on Jamie’s Ultimate BBQ and other recent TV appearances, searches for Weber BBQs, gas barbecues, and charcoal grills are soaring across the UK.
Whether you’re planning relaxed family meals, summer garden parties or learning the art of low-and-slow cooking, a quality BBQ can completely transform outdoor dining.
At The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, we stock a range of Weber BBQs, accessories and outdoor cooking essentials to help you make the most of the season.
🌭 Why Weber BBQs Remain a Favourite
When people search for the best BBQ brands, Weber almost always tops the list, and for good reason.
Known for quality, reliability and performance, Weber barbecues are designed to make outdoor cooking easier, more enjoyable and packed with flavour.
From quick midweek burgers to full weekend feasts, Weber BBQs are built for every type of outdoor cook.
Popular features include:
- Reliable temperature control
- Durable construction
- Easy-clean systems
- Gas and charcoal options
- Accessories for smoking, roasting and pizza cooking
Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned grill master, Weber offers something for every garden and cooking style.
🔥 Gas BBQ vs Charcoal BBQ: Which Is Best?
One of the biggest BBQ questions every summer is:
Should you choose a gas BBQ or charcoal BBQ?
The answer depends on how you like to cook.
Gas BBQs
Perfect for convenience and quick cooking.
Benefits:
- Fast ignition
- Easy temperature control
- Ideal for weeknight cooking
- Less mess and quicker clean-up
Great for:
Families, frequent BBQ users and easy entertaining.
Charcoal BBQs
Loved for traditional smoky flavour and authentic BBQ cooking.
Benefits:
- Rich barbecue flavour
- Higher cooking temperatures
- Ideal for slow cooking and smoking
Great for:
Weekend BBQ enthusiasts and flavour-focused cooking.
Weber’s range includes both gas and charcoal models, so you can find the perfect fit for your garden and lifestyle.
🍔 BBQ Trends for Summer 2026
Outdoor cooking trends continue to evolve, and this year is all about creating relaxed, social garden experiences.
Popular BBQ trends right now include:
- Smash burgers
- Wood-fired pizza cooking
- Low-and-slow brisket
- Mediterranean-style grilled vegetables
- Outdoor entertaining spaces
- BBQ side dishes and sharing boards
People are also investing more in their gardens as outdoor living spaces, making BBQs one of the biggest seasonal purchases for UK homes.
🌽 Top BBQ Foods to Cook This May
May is the perfect time to dust off the barbecue and start cooking outdoors again.
Some great early-season BBQ ideas include:
- Halloumi skewers
- Grilled corn on the cob
- BBQ chicken thighs
- Smash burgers
- Asparagus and tenderstem broccoli
- Flatbreads and pizzas
- Marinated vegetable kebabs
Cooler spring evenings also make this a brilliant time for slower cooking and firepit-style dining.
🧽 Essential BBQ Accessories
A great BBQ setup is about more than just the grill.
Popular Weber accessories include:
- BBQ covers
- Grill cleaning brushes
- Pizza stones
- Thermometers
- Smoking woods and pellets
- Griddles and roasting accessories
Keeping your barbecue clean and protected can help it perform brilliantly for years to come.
🌿 Create the Ultimate Garden BBQ Space
BBQ season isn’t just about food, it’s about atmosphere.
A few simple touches can completely transform outdoor entertaining:
- Outdoor lighting
- Comfortable seating
- Potted herbs for cooking
- Fire pits and heating
- Outdoor dining sets
- Garden planters filled with colour
Pairing beautiful planting with outdoor cooking creates a garden space people genuinely want to spend time in.
🔥 Discover Weber BBQs at The Old Railway Line Garden Centre
Whether you’re upgrading your current setup or buying your very first barbecue, our team can help you find the right Weber BBQ for your garden and cooking style.
Visit us in-store to explore our Weber BBQ range, accessories and outdoor living inspiration for summer 2026. Or take a look at our full barbecue range here.
Great BBQs aren’t just about cooking food… they’re about bringing people together. 🍔🌿
