New BBQ collection hits Lidl stores today with portable grills up to £400 cheaper than rivals

Budget supermarket chain Lidl has launched a new collection of portable barbecues today, with prices starting from just £6.99.

The star of the range is the Folding Suitcase BBQ, priced at £19.99. This compact grill folds down in seconds, making it perfect for camping adventures or last-minute garden gatherings.

Shoppers can save up to £400 compared to similar branded options, meaning a serious bargain for anyone looking to fire up some outdoor cooking this summer.

The launch comes as searches for portable BBQs have jumped by 50 per cent since April.

All items will be available in stores nationwide starting today, Thursday, June 11, and while stocks last.

Lidl's wider range has something for every outdoor cooking occasion. The BBQ-To-Go at £8.99 is perfect for spontaneous cookouts when the sun decides to make an appearance.

For anyone wanting to take things up a notch, there is the Tabletop Electric Grill and Smoker at £129 – ideal for impressing guests with properly smoked meats.

The supermarket range also includes more practical bits, adding a Mini Chopper for £9.99 and a Food Storage Container Set at £6.99.

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These handy extras make preparation and tidying up much easier, so you can spend more time enjoying the sunshine.

Of course, no barbecue is complete without some proper food to throw on the grill, and the supermarket has shared its top BBQ picks.

It's 4 Beef Smash Burgers at £2.89 are sure to be a crowd-pleaser, while the Big Dog Hot Dog Sausages at £3.75 come in two varieties – Chilli Cheese and Hot Honey.

For those who love a bit of sticky sweetness, the Birchwood Hot Honey Pork Belly Slices at £4.99 have been recommended as a summer treat.

Lidl BBQ range

• Folding suitcase BBQ (£19.99)
• BBQ to go (£8.99)
• Tabletop electric grill/smoker (£129)
• Mini chopper (£9.99)
• Food storage container set (£6.99)
• 4 beef smash burgers (£2.89)
• Big dog hot dog sausages (£3.75)
• Birchwood hot honey pork belly slices (£4.99)