Competition Guide

We appreciate that people might look at the BBBQS Pit Masters rules and run away from the thought of competing due to the complexity. We have therefore put together a cheat sheet it covers all of the main rules to adhere to, remember the British BBQ Society is not only a competition circuit but a social network of enthusiast who will offer advice throughout the weekend. We are here to help.

The Most Important Things To Remember At A BBQ Contest…

When you arrive set up your camp, you will be there for at least 24 hours.
Once the cooks’ meeting has taken place, one person must remain within your cooking area at all times
Synchronise your watch with the competition clock at the cooks’ meeting
Do Not Smoke in your cooking area
Remember always wear disposable gloves every time you handle food
After the cooks’ meeting, trim and rub up your meat
Smoke brisket and pork over night
Get some sleep
Start smoking ribs and chicken early morning (rest pork & brisket wrapped in foil and a towel inside a cooler)
Prepare presentation boxes in advance of turn-in
Be sure not to miss the 10 minute turn-in window for each category

Items To Bring To A BBQ Competition

Aprons	Ash Bucket	Camping Stove
Awning/Tent	Barbeque Rub	Barbeque Sauce
Torch	Batteries	Bedding
Beer	Bleach	Brushes
Sun Cream	Charcoal	Plastic Cups
Dish pans	Dish rags	Washing Up Liquid
Duct tape	Dust masks	Fire Extinguisher
Heat Resistant Gloves	First Aid Kit	Foil
Food for meals	Ice	Cool Box
Juice	Knives	Chairs
Disinfecting Wipes	Lettuce	Lighter
Marinades	Kitchen Roll	Parsley
Pots and Pans	Rain Coats	Clingfilm
Kettle	Disposable Gloves	Smoker
Soap	Soft Drinks	Spatulas
Spray Surface Cleaner	Sunglasses	Tablecloth
Thermometers	Tongs	Tools
Hand Towels	Bin Bags	Tea Towels
Drinking Water	Wood	Chopping Boards
6′ Prep Table