Outdoor cooking has always been a part of the UK countryside experience. Whether you are camping in the Highlands, making lunch beside a woodland trail or gathering with friends in your garden, nothing quite compares to preparing food over a real fire. With the right outdoor cooking equipment, you can create memorable meals wherever your adventures take you.
At TJM Metalworks, we have a great love for cooking outdoors, but found that most of the outdoor cooking equipment available was poorly-made and unfit to endure the conditions of cooking in the wild. Therefore, we began forging portable, hand crafted fire pits and accessories made from high-quality metals, with a focus on enduring craftsmanship and timeless design.
The Appeal of Hand Crafted Fire Pits
Our modern fire pit designs prioritise simplicity, strength and practical functionality. By focusing on durable steel construction and thoughtful design, these fire pits are built to withstand years of outdoor use while maintaining the high standards of quality that outdoor enthusiasts rely on.
Each fire pit we craft is carefully made using robust materials, such as steel and stainless steel, and precise craftsmanship, ensuring that they perform consistently in a wide range of outdoor conditions. The thickness of the steel, the strength of the legs and the stability of the dish all contribute to a product designed for longevity as well as performance.
One of the key advantages of our hand crafted design is the attention we’ve given to how the fire pit distributes heat. Many traditional fire pits have tall sides that trap heat in the centre while leaving the surrounding area surprisingly cool. By designing our fire pits with lower sides and a natural open structure, it became possible to spread warmth more effectively around the fire, particularly around your feet and legs. This makes outdoor cooking and socialising far more comfortable during cooler evenings.
Our hand made fire pits are also highly adaptable. Instead of serving just one purpose, they can form the foundation of a complete outdoor cooking setup by supporting the other accessories we make; including grills, skillets and rotisserie systems.
The Big Option: 50cm Round Fire Pit
For those who want a substantial centrepiece for outdoor cooking and gatherings, our 50cm Round Fire Pit provides an excellent balance between portability and capacity. Made from durable 3mm mild steel, the fire pit features a 50cm round dish with 10cm sides and three slot-in legs that make it quick to assemble and easy to transport.
The strength of the steel and the solid construction ensure the fire pit maintains its shape and durability even with regular use. Designed with practicality in mind, it provides a stable and dependable base for outdoor fires and cooking setups.
The Medium Option: 35cm Stainless Steel Fire Pit
For campers and outdoor enthusiasts who want durability combined with a compact size, the 35cm Stainless Steel Fire Pit we’ve crafted is a practical choice. Constructed from robust stainless steel, this fire pit offers excellent resistance to the elements while maintaining the strength expected from our high-quality outdoor cooking equipment.
The 35cm round dish with 7.5cm sides sits on three curved slot-in legs, creating a stable and reliable base for your fire. The stainless steel construction helps ensure longevity, even with regular exposure to heat and outdoor conditions. Similarly to the rest of our fire pits, it can burn wood, charcoal or briquettes, making it suitable for a wide variety of outdoor cooking scenarios.
The Compact Choice: 27cm Portable Fire Pit
Sometimes the best outdoor cooking equipment is the gear you can easily carry with you. Our 27cm Portable Fire Pit has been designed specifically for camping, bushcraft and lightweight travel.
Its compact design makes it ideal for solo campers or small groups who want a reliable fire source without carrying heavy equipment. Despite its smaller size, the strong steel construction ensures the fire pit remains durable enough for regular outdoor use.
When you’re preparing a simple campfire meal and need a portable BBQ grill for quick outdoor cooking, the smaller fire pit delivers practicality without unnecessary bulk.
Outdoor Cooking Equipment Built for Adventure
Reliable outdoor cooking equipment should be simple, durable and adaptable. A well-designed fire pit combined with modular cooking accessories can transform any outdoor space into a functional cooking area.
Additionally, because all of our fire pits are made to order, each one is carefully crafted with attention to detail and built using quality materials designed to withstand real outdoor use. Our focus on strength, durability and thoughtful design ensures that every fire pit performs consistently whether it is used in the garden, at a campsite or on a wilderness adventure.
From our compact travel-friendly designs to larger fire pits capable of supporting a full portable BBQ grill setup, the right equipment allows you to cook over real flames wherever you choose.
Bringing People Together Around the Fire
Outdoor cooking is about more than preparing food. It is about creating an atmosphere where people can gather, relax and enjoy the experience of cooking together in the open air.
With our range of thoughtfully designed hand crafted fire pits, versatile portable BBQ grills and dependable outdoor cooking equipment, it becomes easy to turn any outdoor setting into a place for memorable meals and great conversation.
Whether you are heading out on a camping trip or simply enjoying an evening in the garden, cooking over a real fire remains one of the most rewarding ways to experience the outdoors in the UK.
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