Create the ultimate BBQ experience with a Garden Shelter
As the weather warms up, you may have found yourself dusting the BBQ off and looking forward to the summer, only to find that by the time you’ve set it up the rain has started again.
A BBQ is a great way to entertain friends and family while enjoying the summer weather in the comfort of your own garden. But what if you could take your BBQ experience to the next level? Think about a BBQ shelter. A stylish, practical way to keep you and your guests comfortable and a great way to enjoy a BBQ regardless of the British weather!
Whether you want to host summer parties or you just want to enjoy dining outside, adding a dedicated BBQ shelter to your garden or patio area can enhance your outdoor living experience. Here’s our guide to choosing the right BBQ shelter and making the most of your outdoor living space.
Why do you need a BBQ shelter?
There’s nothing worse than getting the BBQ out, setting it up and getting everything ready, only to have to head inside because the weather suddenly changed. BBQ shelters not only provide shade and shelter from the elements, but they also create an inviting space that’s perfect for socialising and relaxing.
A BBQ shelter offers the perfect solution for those rainy spring and summer days or scorching afternoons when you need shelter from the sun.
1. A Garden Gazebo
One of the most popular choices for a BBQ shelter is a wooden garden gazebo. It provides a spacious, open-air shelter with a roof designed to provide shade and cover from unexpected rain showers.
A gazebo creates an open, airy space that’s perfect for BBQing and entertaining. The elevated roof allows for plenty of ventilation so you don’t have to worry about the smoke getting trapped in the space, allowing you to dine in comfort, and a large gazebo allows you to add in a large BBQ, a preparation area and a seating area so you can create a functional space in your garden.
Product recommendations
Our Excellent Modern Gazebo is a great option if you’re looking for both a BBQ shelter and a stylish outdoor space. Made from high-quality timber, this gazebo features a spacious design and a natural finish, providing you with an attractive and functional space for your garden. The completely open sides allow smoke from the BBQ to drift away so you can dine under the canopy with friends and family.
Our Classico Gazebo is another great option for smaller gardens or spaces.
2. A Garden Pergola
For a more modern take on a BBQ shelter, why not consider a pergola? A pergola is perfect if you’re looking for a simple yet stylish solution for your BBQing needs. Pergolas are perfect for providing shade while maintaining an open, airy feel to your garden space. The minimalist design is great for contemporary gardens and will allow your BBQ area to blend seamlessly with the rest of your outdoor space.
A pergola provides just enough shelter to protect you against the sun without feeling too enclosed. You can also opt for a pergola with a louvred roof that can be opened and closed to provide additional protection from the rain. The pergola’s open structure encourages airflow, which is essential for keeping your BBQ area cool and comfortable. It’s also easy to customise with curtains or shades if you want to add more protection.
Product recommendations
A wooden pergola is a great option if you want to create a functional space that’s perfect for setting up your BBQ and a seating or dining area so you can entertain guests while remaining protected from the weather come rain or shine.
A metal pergola is another great option. This style of pergola is provided with a louvred roof that can be opened and closed depending on the protection you need from the weather. Open the slats to let the smoke from the BBQ drift out and close them once the food is prepared so you can dine whilst being protected from the sun or the rain.
3. A BBQ Shelter with sides
If you’re looking for maximum protection from the elements, a gazebo with sides is the best option. These shelters will keep you and your guests protected from the wind, sun and rain.
The sides of the gazebo offer added privacy and protection and mean you can still enjoy a BBQ and dining or entertaining outdoors, whatever the weather.
Product recommendations
Our Harrow Garden Gazebo is the perfect space for cooking, entertaining and dining outdoors. The added sides will provide you with shelter from the elements and allow you to extend your BBQing throughout the spring and summer. Adding a patio heater to this gazebo will provide added warmth and comfort, extending your use of your BBQ shelter.
Our Eleanor Douglas Gazebo is another great option if you’re looking for a spacious and attractive addition to your garden.
4. A Corner Gazebo
If you have a smaller garden or patio, or you just want to make the most of your outdoor space, a corner gazebo is a great choice as a BBQ shelter. Designed to fit snugly into a corner and maximise available space, a corner gazebo will provide you with all the protection and style of a more traditional wooden gazebo without taking up too much room.
A corner gazebo is a great way to make the most of unused corners in your garden, giving you a sheltered BBQ space without crowding the rest of your garden. It will provide you with all round protection from the elements while keeping the space open and airy which is perfect for grilling and entertaining. The compact footprint of a corner gazebo makes it perfect for smaller gatherings, creating a cozy and intimate space.
Product recommendations
Our Mitch Log Cabin Gazebo is the ideal addition if you have limited space. With its durable timber construction and roof designed to provide shade and weather protection, this is the perfect addition to any corner of your garden.
Enhance your BBQ shelter
Once you’ve chosen the perfect BBQ shelter for your garden, it’s time to turn it into a space for dining, entertaining and cooking. Here are a few of our tips for creating a welcoming BBQ area that you can enjoy for most of the year:
Add lighting: Add fairy lights or install outdoor lanterns to create a cosy, inviting atmosphere as you enjoy your BBQ.
Comfortable seating: Invest in a durable garden and chair set or a comfortable bench where you can relax and enjoy your food.
Decorate with plants: Surround your BBQ shelter with beautiful plants and flowers to bring your outdoor space to life.
Keep BBQ tools nearby: Add shelves or a small storage unit to your shelter to keep your grilling tools and utensils within reach.
Enjoy your BBQ shelter and garden
A BBQ shelter is more than just a shelter to keep you dry; it’s an investment in your outdoor living space that enhances your enjoyment of your garden or patio area. Whether you choose a modern pergola or a protective gazebo, we have a wide range of option to help you create the ultimate outdoor BBQ experience.
Explore our full range of garden structures and find the ideal solution for your garden today! Or if you’d like to talk to us about any of our products, please contact our customer service team on 01508 558308 or info@tuin.co.uk. We have over 50 years’ industry experience so can provide you with advice and guidance on the right products for you.