Father’s Day is almost here and if your dad’s happiest with tongs in hand and smoke in the air, you’re in the right place.
Whether he’s a laid-back burger flipper or the family’s resident grill master, the perfect BBQ gift will make his summer even better. From clever gadgets to big-ticket upgrades, this guide rounds up the best Father’s Day BBQ gifts for every budget.
Gifts Under £20
Gifts under £20 prove you don’t need to spend a lot to make a big impression. These thoughtful, practical picks are perfect for any BBQ-loving dad.
1. Flavoured Wood Chips
Wood chips add a new dimension to gas grilling without needing specialist equipment. Try whisky oak chips for a rich, smoky depth that suits red meat well, or apple wood chunks for a milder flavour that works particularly well with chicken and pork.
Pair either with a smoker box to get the full effect on a gas grill.
2. Spice Grinder
A spice grinder is a thoughtful gift for a dad who likes to experiment with flavour. Blending your own spice rubs is one of the easiest ways to get more flavour out of a BBQ and a good grinder lets you adjust the coarseness depending on the cut and the dish. For spice mixture inspiration, try our BBQ dry rub recipe to get him started.
3. Apron
A good apron keeps clothes clean and gives somewhere to wipe hands without hunting for a tea towel. It’s a great practical gift that will get used every time he fires up the grill. The Butchers Stripe Apron is a classic design that works at the BBQ or in the kitchen.
4. Grill Press
Smash burgers have become a firm favourite for good reason. Pressing the patty flat onto a hot surface creates a caramelised crust that a regular burger just can't match. The Grillstream SmashGrill Press makes it easy to add something new and crowd-pleasing to his BBQ repertoire.
5. Dips and Sauces
A good set of dips and sauces is one of the most used gifts you can give a BBQ enthusiast and the right condiments make everything taste better. The JD's Hot Honey Gift Set combines three varieties of hot honey with two packs of chilli flakes, working as a glaze, a dip, or a finishing drizzle for anyone who likes a balance of heat and sweetness.
Gifts from £20 to £75
Step up the surprise with gifts that add serious value to his grilling setup, without breaking the bank.
6. Meat Thermometer
A meat thermometer takes the guesswork out of grilling. No more cutting into a steak to check it, just a quick read and you know exactly where you are. The Weber Instant-Read Thermometer gives a fast, accurate digital readout and works for any level of doneness, from rare to well done.
7. Pizza Stone
For a dad who loves making pizza, a good baking stone makes a real difference to the results, giving the base a crisp, evenly cooked finish that's hard to achieve any other way. The Ooni Baking Stone 10mm works with Ooni pizza ovens and standard domestic ovens, so it'll get used whatever setup he's cooking on.
8. Kebab Skewer Set
Kebabs are one of the most sociable things you can cook on a BBQ. Everyone builds their own from a mix of meat, veg, or seafood, and the rack keeps skewers elevated so everything cooks evenly.
The Weber Kebab Set includes five stainless steel skewers and a rack, and is a step up from basic skewers for a dad who cooks kebabs regularly.
9. Oven Gloves
Proper heat protection makes grilling safer and more comfortable, particularly when moving hot grates or handling cast iron. The Weber Premium Gloves have silicone grip and long cuffs for extra protection at the grill, or the Butchers Stripe Single Oven Glove is a good everyday option at a lower price point.
10. Grilling Basket
A grilling basket opens up what you can cook on the BBQ. Veg, seafood, and smaller pieces of meat that would otherwise fall through the grate are suddenly straightforward to handle. The Weber Crafted Grilling Basket is dishwasher safe, which makes it a practical as well as useful addition to the BBQ kit.
11. Grilling Tool Set
A decent set of grilling tools is the foundation of any good BBQ setup, and a good one will last for years. Tongs, spatula, fork, and basting brush cover most of what's needed at the grill. The Grillstream 5 Piece BBQ Tool Set comes in a presentation box, which makes it straightforward to wrap.
12. Grill Maintenance Kit
Not the most glamorous gift, but for any dad who takes his BBQ seriously, keeping it clean is part of getting consistently good results. A well-maintained grill also lasts significantly longer.
The Weber Gas Grill Maintenance Kit has everything needed to keep a gas BBQ in good working order.
13. BBQ Course
For a dad who'd rather learn something new than unwrap another accessory, a hands-on BBQ course makes a memorable gift. If you're local to Warrington, the Weber BBQ Masterclass at Bents costs £75 per person and runs on two evenings in June, with instruction from Weber-certified grill masters. Visit our events page to book your place.
Gifts Over £100
For a truly memorable Father’s Day, these standout gifts are sure to impress.
14. Pizza Oven
For the dad who loves a cooking project, a pizza oven is the kind of gift he'd never buy himself but will use constantly. There's something genuinely satisfying about making pizza from scratch in the garden, and once he's tried it, the BBQ might have some competition.
The Ooni Karu 2 12G Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven runs on wood, charcoal, or gas and cooks a pizza in around 60 seconds. A premium gift for a dad who loves to cook outdoors.
15. Gas BBQ
If you're looking for a significant gift for a milestone occasion, a new BBQ is hard to beat. The Ninja FlexFlame offers five cooking modes and precise temperature control, making it considerably more flexible than a standard gas BBQ.
The Ninja FlexFlame 5-in-1 Gas BBQ is a big-ticket gift for a dad who's ready to upgrade and make the back garden his favourite place to cook.
Still undecided? A Bents gift card, available from £5 to £500 and redeemable in store or online, lets him pick out exactly what he wants for his next BBQ. For more ideas explore our BBQ accessories guide or take a look at our full BBQ range.