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Limited ex-demo kamado BBQs
BBC Good Food BBQ School kit, ready for your garden
These Monolith ONE.55 ceramic kamados have already cooked, taught and proved themselves at BBQ school. Now they are ready for a new home, with 30% off using code BBQCLASS.
44cm ceramic cooking surface
Enough room for serious family BBQ and weekend cooks.
Enough room for serious family BBQ and weekend cooks.
Grill, smoke, roast, bake and sear
A proper charcoal all-rounder for more than burgers.
A proper charcoal all-rounder for more than burgers.
Smart Grid System included
Flexible direct and indirect cooking from day one.
Flexible direct and indirect cooking from day one.
Mainland UK delivery included
Large equipment delivery handled properly.
Large equipment delivery handled properly.
44cm cooking surface
Smart Grid System included
Ex-BBQ School model
Mainland UK delivery included
Why this matters
A proper kamado with a proper story
This is not a mystery second-hand BBQ. These units come from the BBC Good Food BBQ School setup, where they have been used for live-fire cooking, demonstrations and hands-on BBQ education.
Already worked in real BBQ sessions
These units have been part of a working BBQ school setup, not sat untouched in a showroom corner.
Premium ceramic cooking for less
The 30% code makes this a strong way into Monolith kamado cooking without paying full new-unit price.
One cooker, multiple methods
Use it for steak, chicken, ribs, pork shoulder, vegetables, pizza, bread and low-and-slow cooks.
Help shape our future range
Strong demand here tells us Monolith deserves a bigger role in the Smokey Rebel equipment line-up.
Ceramic heat, charcoal flavour and serious searing
From searing to smoking
Move beyond basic BBQ
The Monolith ONE.55 gives you the core ceramic kamado experience in a practical home-friendly size. It holds heat well, runs on lumpwood charcoal and gives you the control to cook hot and fast or low and slow.
The included Smart Grid System gives you flexible direct and indirect setups, so you can sear steak over charcoal, roast chicken, smoke pork, bake pizza or cook different zones inside the same BBQ.
Specifications
The numbers that matter
Big enough for proper home cooking, compact enough for a garden setup and flexible enough to earn its space all year round.
Cooking surface
44cm grate diameter, approx. 1,520 sq cm
Cooking capacity
Approx. 2 chickens, 3 racks of ribs or 1 pork butt
Max temperature
Up to 400°C
Fuel type
Lumpwood charcoal
System included
Smart Grid System for direct and indirect cooking
Construction
Black ceramic body with powder-coated steel frame and cast iron components
Included extras
Frame, side tables, 2.0 firebox, grill grate lifter and ash shovel
Delivery
Mainland UK delivery included, large equipment item shipped by suitable freight service
What it cooks
Five ways to use one kamado
The ONE.55 is the kind of BBQ that can carry your weekend cooking, your Sunday roast and your summer pizza nights.
Grill
Burgers, chicken thighs, sausages, veg and fast family BBQ cooks.
Sear
Steaks, chops and reverse-seared cuts that need proper charcoal heat.
Smoke
Ribs, pork shoulder, brisket-style cooks and slow charcoal sessions.
Roast
Chicken, beef, lamb, pork, potatoes and fire-powered Sunday dinners.
Bake
Pizza, flatbreads, bread and high-heat outdoor baking with the right setup.
Ex-demo honesty
Is an ex-demo kamado right for you?
This is a strong opportunity, but it should be sold clearly. These are professionally used units, not brand-new boxed stock.
Good fit if you want value
You want premium ceramic cooking and are happy with a professionally used unit that has already done real work.
Good fit if you cook regularly
You want a BBQ that can handle steak, chicken, ribs, pizza, roasts and low-and-slow sessions.
Not for boxed perfection
As an ex-BBQ School model, it may show signs of previous use. That is part of why the offer exists.
Heat control
Ceramic cooking without overcomplicating it
Kamado cooking is about airflow, ceramic heat retention and charcoal control. Once you understand the vents, you can move from high-heat grilling to steady roasting and longer cooks without constantly chasing the temperature.
The ONE.55 keeps the Monolith experience practical: real ceramic performance, Smart Grid flexibility and a size that works for serious home cooks.
Direct and indirect cooking with the Smart Grid System
Fine-tune the airflow and take control of the cook
Temperature control
Fine-tune the heat with your fingertips
Great BBQ comes from control. With the Monolith ONE.55, small vent adjustments help you manage airflow, steady the fire and hold the temperature where you want it.
Run it low and slow for pork shoulder and ribs, settle it into roasting temperatures for chicken, or open it up for serious steak-searing heat. Once the ceramic body is holding heat, the cook becomes calmer, steadier and far easier to manage.
Build the setup
Pair your kamado with the right kit
The Monolith is the main event, but the right fuel, thermometer, rubs and accessories make the first cooks much easier.
British charcoal
Use proper lumpwood charcoal for cleaner fire control and better cooking sessions.
Thermapen ONE
Take the guesswork out of chicken, steak, roasts and low-and-slow cooks.
BBQ rubs
Season steak, wings, ribs, pork shoulder, chicken and veg with bold Smokey Rebel flavour.
BBQ accessories
Tools, gloves, thermometers and practical upgrades for charcoal cooking.
Monolith ex-demo FAQ
Questions before you buy?
A few straight answers before you commit to a serious ceramic BBQ.
What does ex-demo mean?
This Monolith ONE.55 comes from the BBC Good Food BBQ School setup. It has been professionally used for live-fire cooking, demonstrations and hands-on BBQ sessions, rather than supplied as a brand-new boxed unit.
Will it show signs of use?
It may show signs of previous use. That is reflected in the offer and should be expected with an ex-BBQ School model.
What can I cook on the Monolith ONE.55?
You can grill, smoke, roast, bake and sear. It is suitable for steaks, burgers, ribs, chicken, pork shoulder, vegetables, pizza, bread and everyday charcoal cooking.
How big is the cooking surface?
The Monolith ONE.55 has a 44cm grate diameter, giving enough cooking space for family meals, weekend BBQs and proper garden cooking.
Does it include the Smart Grid System?
Yes. The Monolith ONE.55 includes the Smart Grid System, giving you flexible options for direct and indirect cooking.
Does it include the chip feeder system?
No. The ONE.55 does not include the Monolith chip feeder system. It is positioned as a more accessible entry into the premium ceramic BBQ range.
Is mainland UK delivery included?
Yes. Delivery is included to mainland UK addresses. This is a large equipment item and may ship separately from other Smokey Rebel products.
Is this suitable for beginners?
It is suitable for confident beginners, BBQ enthusiasts and experienced outdoor cooks. There is a learning curve with airflow and temperature control, but that is part of owning a kamado.
Limited ex-demo stock
Get the Monolith kamado experience for less
If you have been thinking about a serious charcoal BBQ, this is the moment to move. Use code BBQCLASS to save 30% while ex-demo stock lasts.
