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Kamado Joe BBQ Advanced Class | Polhill BBQ School

Take your BBQ game to the next level with our Kamado Joe Advanced Class, built for grill enthusiasts ready to push their skills and unlock the full potential of ceramic cooking.

Whether you've had your Kamado Joe for years or you're just getting serious about live fire cooking, this hands-on BBQ School course will take you beyond the basics. You’ll explore advanced techniques that make the most of ceramic heat retention, fuel efficiency and fire control, all while cooking alongside fellow BBQ fans in a relaxed, friendly setting.

Led by BBQ specialist Pete Oakley @thebeardedfoodieskitchen, this full-day class (10.30am to 4.00pm) covers:

· Multi-zone cooking with indirect and direct heat

· Low and slow smoking techniques for perfect tenderness

· High-temperature searing and crust development

· Charcoal strategy and fire management

· Wood smoke pairing to enhance flavour

As a highlight of the day, Pete will also prepare a showpiece brisket, demonstrating expert trimming, smoking and slicing techniques that showcase the Kamado Joe’s full potential.

All meat, ingredients and equipment are provided. Unlimited free soft drinks are included, with hot drinks and alcohol available to purchase.

Whether it’s a gift for a BBQ lover or the next step in your own grill journey, this Kamado Joe masterclass delivers flavour, technique and fire-cooking confidence.

Please note: BBQ School sessions are based on two attendees per grill or oven. This ensures everyone gets hands-on experience while working in pairs. View full terms and conditions here

Traeger Advanced Class | Polhill BBQ School

Already comfortable with your Traeger but ready to go beyond the basics? This Traeger Advanced Class at Polhill BBQ School is designed for confident grillers who want to sharpen their skills, explore new techniques, and get even more from their pellet grill.

Led by BBQ expert Pete Oakley @thebeardedfoodieskitchen, this hands-on cooking class dives deep into temperature control, flavour layering, and the precision techniques that define real BBQ mastery. This full-day class (10.30am to 4.00pm) covers:

Balance low 'n slow cooking with hot & fast grilling

· Perfect the art of reverse searing

· Try your hand at cold smoking

· Build layered flavour profiles that elevate your cooking

As part of the session, Pete will also be preparing a showpiece brisket, giving you a front-row look at trimming, smoking and slicing techniques that take this classic cut to the next level.

You’ll cook alongside fellow BBQ enthusiasts in a relaxed, interactive setting, with plenty of time to ask questions, taste every dish, and pick up pro-level tips.

All meat, ingredients and equipment are provided. Unlimited free soft drinks are included, with hot drinks and alcohol available to purchase separately.

Whether you're looking to master your Traeger or buy a memorable gift for the BBQ fan in your life, this advanced BBQ class delivers everything you need to level up your grill game.

Please note: BBQ School sessions are based on two attendees per grill or oven. This ensures everyone gets hands-on experience while working in pairs. View full terms and conditions here

Give your Christmas a wood-fired twist with a full-day Traeger BBQ experience at Polhill BBQ School. Running from 10.30am to 4pm, this festive class is perfect for BBQ lovers of all levels, combining hands-on cooking with expert demonstrations.

Led by Peter Oakley, The Bearded Foodie, you’ll work in pairs on Traeger grills to create a range of seasonal dishes, while Peter showcases festive showpieces in a live masterclass. Every dish is cooked low, slow and full of flavour thanks to Traeger’s signature wood pellet technology.

Everything you cook can be eaten on the day, with leftovers shared amongst the group, and you’ll leave with a complete recipe pack to recreate your favourites at home. Unlimited soft drinks are included, with tea, coffee and alcohol available to purchase, making it a sociable day of food, fire and festive cheer.

·         Full-day Christmas BBQ class (10.30am – 4pm)

·         Cook on premium Traeger wood pellet grills, two people per BBQ

·         Hands-on recipes to master and take home

·         Exclusive masterclass and festive showpieces from Peter Oakley

·         Eat everything you cook and share leftovers with the group

·         Unlimited soft drinks included (tea, coffee and alcohol available to purchase)

Celebrate Christmas in true BBQ style with a full-day cooking experience on the legendary Kamado Joe. From 10.30am to 4pm, you’ll join a group of up-to twelve like-minded BBQ enthusiasts at Polhill BBQ School in Sevenoaks for a festive session packed with flavour, fire and fun.

Led by Peter Oakley, better known as The Bearded Foodie, this hands-on class is designed for all skill levels. Working in pairs on a Kamado Joe ceramic grill, you’ll cook a variety of Christmas dishes while Peter guides you through techniques, timings and tips. Alongside your own creations, you’ll watch Peter prepare a series of festive showpiece dishes in an exclusive masterclass.

Every dish you cook can be eaten during the day, with leftovers split fairly amongst the group, and you’ll also take home a full set of recipes to recreate at Christmas. Unlimited soft drinks are included in the ticket price, with tea, coffee and alcohol available to purchase. This is the ultimate social day out for anyone who loves cooking with fire.

·         Full-day Christmas BBQ class (10.30am – 4pm)

·         Learn on premium Kamado Joe grills, two people per BBQ

·         Hands-on cooking with festive recipes to take home

·         Exclusive masterclass and showpiece dishes from Peter Oakley

·         Eat everything you cook and share the feast with your group

·         Unlimited soft drinks included (tea, coffee and alcohol available to purchase)