John Lewis JLC-2020 review
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- Charcoal

The John Lewis JLC-2020 charcoal barbecue wouldn’t look out of place in any modern garden, and the 60cm-wide grill is the perfect size for a small group of family or friends. There’s a handy built-in thermometer plus shelves to keep your tools to hand, but is this barbecue any good at cooking? Read our full review to find out.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- How well does it cook?
- Is it easy to assemble and use?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
First reviewed by Which?
April 2021

Technical specifications
General
- Recommended fuelsCharcoal
- Grill area width60cm
- Grill area depth41cm
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