Big retailer selling ‘lovely' fire pit with BBQ grill that costs just £25 and will be perfect for garden parties
SHOPPERS are rushing to snap up a budget fire pit that's ideal for grilling and chilling – and it's only for £25.
The Hortus Metal Square Firepit Table is available at B&Q for £24.99, and fans say it's 'brilliant' for making the most of your outdoor space as the warmer weather rolls in.
It's a square fire pit with a built-in BBQ grill, so you can warm your toes and cook your burgers at the same time.
The fire pit is made from solid black steel, with a mesh safety lid to keep flying embers under control.
It runs on charcoal or wood and is easy to assemble, according to the product details.
Measuring 45cm x 45cm x 34cm, it's a neat fit for smaller patios or balconies – but big enough to get a decent grill going.
Plenty of shoppers have been singing its praises online.
One happy customer said: 'Lovely little fire pit for my small garden, neat and easy to use, very pleased.'
Another wrote: 'I bought this garden wood burner last month and it's brilliant.'
A third added: 'Just what I wanted to take the chill out on a garden party.'
But bear in mind it's not weatherproof, so you'll want to store it indoors or under cover when it's not in use.
Still, at £25, it's a hot deal for summer get-togethers — if you can get your hands on one.
Three tips for saving money on your garden
It is important to remember to always shop around when buying something like this as you might find a cheaper alternative.
Websites like Trolley and Price Spy let you compare thousands of products across different retailers to find the best price.
Price Spy even lets you see how much an item has cost over time, so you can see if the current price is a good deal.
A quick scan on the Google Shopping/Product tab will also bring up how much retailers are selling a certain item for too.
In other news, B&Q recently launched a 25% off sale across its garden furniture range just in time for summer - and you could save a whopping £200.
The bargain retailer slashed the price of popular garden wear goods including a 10 seater furniture set and a gas hybrid BBQ.
Other garden sales
Aldi will be bringing back its sell-out garden range this weekend.
This includes the Rattan Effect Corner Sofa, priced at £199.99, which will be hitting stores from Sunday, April 27.
Other recent Specialbuys from the discounter has included the popular solar lights range.
As well as a cheaper alternative to the Karcher pressure washer by some £80.
Elsewhere, B&M released a number of garden furniture, this included a Sienna double egg chair which retails for £250.
It also released the Paris 2-Seater Pod Chair is on sale also priced at £250.
Three weeks ago, Wilko knocked down prices on patio sets, lounge chairs, and bistro sets.
This was a huge sale on outdoor furniture - offering up to £500 off just in time for spring.
In February, Dunelm had a huge clearance sale with discounts of up to 75% on hundreds of items.
And most homeware stores hold sales in the summer.
Last summer, Dobbies launched a huge summer sale with prices slashed by up to 50%.
The items on sale included garden furniture, plants and homeware.
5 ways to save money in your garden
Garden design experts at Lighting Legends have revealed the ways you can lower gardening costs.
1. Install a water butt
Water butts are a large container that sits in your garden and collects rainwater. This water can then be used to water plants, top up ponds or water features and wash the patio and other garden furniture. The natural outdoor water could help you save money on your water bills as you are less likely to use a hose during the summer months.
2. Use solar powered or LED lighting
Solar powered lights get their energy from the sunlight in the day so they can illuminate your garden at night. They're easy to install and are a great choice for keeping electricity bills low. LED lights are another option that are long lasting and energy efficient.
3. Grow your own salad and vegetables
Growing your own salad and vegetables will not only save you money but it can also feel really rewarding. Things like lettuce, radishes, and spinach are all fairly easy to grow.
4. Upcycle waste and rubbish
Get creative and start upcycling items instead of throwing them away. Use sticks from ice lollies as plant tags or turn old watering cans and wheelbarrows into planters instead of buying new pots. Once you get creative the ways to upcycle are endless.
5. Start composting
Start composting your kitchen scraps like vegetable peelings and coffee grounds and combine them with garden waste such as leaves and grass clippings to create a nutrient rich compost. This could reduce your need to spend money on expensive fertilisers.
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