Daddy Bear Grills Reviews

Fiona A 2026.10.24

     

I attended the live fire experience in July & it was a long trek for me, 11hours round trip, so I went up the day before and stayed at the Premier Inn… but man! It was well worth the trip. There’s nothing like a day in the woods in front of an open fire! I know, this sounds like a cliche but you’ve got to experience it to believe it. I tried my hand at chopping wood. I built a fire from straw & char clothe. Wayne’s main man, Alex gave me tips on knife sharpening. Lord knows, I’ve bought every knife sharpening gadget there is out there & I still can’t sharpen a knife. I added too much flour on the board whilst rolling out my flatbread so it turned out dry ( a warning to the wise). Met a group of friendly people, carnivores included. Even though I went solo, you wouldn’t have known. The food was great, the people were great & I found a kinda serenity sitting in the woods in front of a live fire. The woods made all the difference!! Would definitely recommend. Planning to go back for the butcher’s cut live fire experience in April. See ya there for the most unforgettable live fire experience in 2027. Regards Fiona.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.26

Fiona, thank you! 11 hours round trip and a night in the Premier Inn, that's proper commitment, and we're made up you thought it was worth it. Alex will be chuffed his knife tips finally did the job after all those gadgets 😂 and we'll go easy on the flour next time. Really glad you felt part of the group coming on your own, that's exactly what the woods are about. See you in April for the Beef Butchery Day, we'll have the fire going!

Kevin Journet-baylis 2026.10.12

     

It was a great day and we learnt so much about open fire cooking, very friendly, relaxed atmosphere and a lovely woodland area. Totally recommend this fantastic experience. The food was unbelievable., you go home very content.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.13

Thanks Kevin! Really glad you enjoyed the day and the woodland. Going home full and content is exactly the idea. Hope to see you round the fire again soon. Wayne

Nick Coffin 2026.10.12

     

Great day of friendship, learned and shared cooking experiences and Fire! I cannot recommend this highly enough, Wayne is knowledgeable and practical and ably assisted by Alex.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.13

Cheers Nick, that means a lot. It was a cracking group to share the fire with, and I'll pass your thanks on to Alex. I'll get you that recipe book info too. Wayne

Jonathan Nel 2026.10.11

     

Five stars doesn't feel like enough for Daddy Bear Grills' live fire experience. From the moment we arrived the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. No rush, no pressure, just good company around a proper fire. What really stood out was the depth of skill on show. These guys know live-fire cooking inside out, and their confidence makes the whole thing look effortless, even though you quickly realise how much craft sits behind every cook. Better still, they're incredibly generous with what they know. Every question was answered properly, tips were shared freely, and they were genuinely helpful when it came to talking through kit, techniques and everything else they offer. You walk away having learned loads, not just having watched. And the food? Outstanding. Packed with flavour, cooked perfectly, and there was more than enough to go round. I left full, happy and itching to get my own fire lit. Whether you're a total beginner or already cook outdoors, book it. You won't regret it.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.13

Jonathan, thank you so much for taking the time to write this. Sharing what we know is the best bit of the job, so it's great to hear you came away full and itching to get your own fire lit. Send us a photo of your first cook! Wayne

Richard Bains 2026.10.10

     

Entertaining, educational, fun and amazing food !!! Must do if you like cooking and are intrigued by open fire cooking

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.13

Thanks Richard, really appreciate you taking the time to leave this. Great to have you with us, and I hope you're cooking over fire at home soon. Wayne

Tracy Horan 2026.10.10

     

My husband and nephew had a fabulous day. The food was top notch, the whole experience was brilliant. They both came home stinking of smoke, but the biggest of smiles. Thank you for making it such an enjoyable day for them. It was a combined crimbo and b’day gift, and they had a thoroughly pleasant day

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.13

Thanks Tracy! The smoky smell is the sign of a proper day out. So glad your husband and nephew loved their gift, and thanks for the lovely photos. Wayne

Richard Harding 2026.10.05

     

What an amazing experience. I would highly recommend. A must do if you love cooking and love food. A perfect combination. What a fun and enjoyable experience. Wayne is friendly and very funny which made the whole day what it was.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.07

Thanks Richard. Very funny is going straight on the CV. Really glad you enjoyed it. Cooking and food is a perfect combination, and you clearly get it.

Gill Murphy 2026.10.03

     

We had such a wonderful time at this woodland cooking experience. Cooking outdoors in the middle of the woods made the whole thing feel completely different from a typical cooking class — relaxed, rustic, and really special. Being part of a small group made it feel very personal and friendly. We had plenty of opportunity to get involved, learn new cooking techniques, and enjoy the experience together without it ever feeling rushed. The food was absolutely delicious, and there was something particularly satisfying about preparing and cooking it outdoors, surrounded by nature. The atmosphere was relaxed and sociable, and Wayne & Alex made everyone feel welcome from the start. It was a lovely combination of good food, learning, nature, and great company. We came away with full stomachs, new cooking skills, and some very happy memories. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for something a little different and memorable.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.07

Thanks Gill, what a lovely review, and cheers for the photos. A small group, proper food and the woods doing their thing is exactly what we're after. Alex and I loved having you. Come back any time.

Lily Beech 2026.10.03

     

A great day, lots of learning and good food!

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.07

Thanks Lily. Learning and good food is the whole deal, so glad both landed.

Andrew Parker 2026.10.03

     

Incredible day in the woods. We went for a friends birthday. We were greeted warmly, started with a hearty cooked breakfast bap before learning all about cooking over fire, preparing meat and life! A great experience I would recommend to anyone who wants to get away from it all, get back to nature, and eat great food in likeminded company.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.10.07

Thanks Andrew, and happy birthday to your mate. Breakfast bap, fire, meat and a bit of life chat is pretty much the perfect day in the woods. Glad you all got away from it for a bit.

David Kent 2026.09.28

     

Amazing day learning to cook meats, vegetables and breads over open fire! Great location, great hosts, great day!

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.09.29

Thanks David. A proper day of it, meat, veg and bread over the fire, is exactly what we hope people leave talking about. Glad the place and the hosts landed as well. Get that fire going at home.

Pantelis Petrou 2026.09.27

     

Had a great day with Daddy Bear Grills, cooked and ate some beautiful food and picked up loads of tips. Wayne is a very welcoming guy and entertaining too. My dad has slight mobility issues and he was able to get involved too. We had a nice relaxed day, I’d recommend to any food lover or grill enthusiast

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tony hilton 2026.09.26

     

Great experience, very welcoming ,everyone got involved, excellent day out at a reasonable cost. Got great ideas for live cooking .

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.09.29

Thanks Tony. Love that everyone got involved, that's the whole point of the day. Glad it felt like good value and you've gone home with ideas. Get that live cooking on.

Zak Hurst 2026.09.25

     

Genuinely cannot recommend this enough. It’s the first time in years I’ve taken time off work to do something where I could just go and relax and not think about work / life. Also gave me a chance to spend some much needed quality time with my step dad. Not only that but the food was next level. Keep up the good work Wayne, you are smashing it.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.09.29

Zak, that one means a lot. Time off, a proper switch off, and time with your step dad is exactly what these days are for. Chuffed the food hit as well. Thanks for saying it out loud.

Eleanor Watters 2026.09.25

     

We joined Daddy Bear Grills in June for a brilliant day of fire and food. The food was great and I went home with loads of ideas. I am looking forward to doing another experience next year.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.09.29

Thanks Eleanor. June was a brilliant day and I'm glad the food landed and you left with ideas. We'll be here when you're ready for the next one.

Anisha 2026.09.23

     

Daddy Bear Grills catered a pre wedding party for a group of around 15 of us. The visuals were stunning - especially the hanging tomahawk steaks and the food was absolutely incredible (personal favourites being the gooey cheese pan and cedar planked salmon). Wayne was excellent company - talked us through all the dishes and was great to get to know him and learn about the history of daddy bear grills as well as his plans for the future. Highly recommended for a special occasion - you will have a truly memorable evening. Thanks Wayne!

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.09.25

Thank you so much Anisha! It was a real pleasure cooking for you all. The hanging tomahawks always get the phones out, and it's great to hear the gooey cheese pan and cedar planked salmon went down so well. I really enjoyed chatting with everyone and sharing a bit of the Daddy Bear Grills story too. Please pass on our warmest congratulations to the happy couple, and I hope the big day was every bit as memorable. Wayne

Chris Abadir 2026.09.09

     

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.09.14

Thank you for your five star review Chris! Happy cooking.

Dan 2026.09.07

     

Great day cooking in the woods with Wayne and 'Turkish'... Learnt plenty to put into practice in my barbequing.

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.09.14

Turkish😂 he’ll love that! Happy cooking buddy.

Robin Hobbs 2026.09.05

     

What a day! The whole experience from Egg and Bacon Brioche Rolls for breakfast right through to the main event - nothing like being in the woods cooking over fire. I learned so much in such a short space of time and just know my family are going to be so happy when I finally move away from sausages and burgers out of the pack on the bbq! Thanks DBG and Alex for a fantastic day!

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.09.07

That is so good to hear Robin, happy cooking!

Natalie Evans 2026.07.28

     

This experience was purchased for my boyfriends birthday and what a day to remember and great memories were made. We both had such an amazing day, the Host was amazing, very welcoming and so talented. The food was out of this world. Wayne and Alex are great fun, very knowledgeable and I would highly recommend

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Reply from Daddy Bear Grills 2026.09.07

Thank you for your kind words Natalie. It was great to meet you both, happy cooking!