Forton isn’t a traditional barbecue retailer

our approach

built on experience. driven by standards

more than a BBQ shop with service before sales

Based at Moseley Hall Farm just outside Knutsford, Forton is a specialist outdoor cooking showroom designed to help you get the very best from cooking with fire.
It’s a carefully curated destination for outdoor cooking — showcasing some of the finest grills, live-fire equipment and outdoor kitchen solutions available.
Whether you’re cooking for family, entertaining friends or planning a full outdoor kitchen, the best way to understand outdoor cooking is to experience it first-hand.

Our story

Forton was founded by Jim Kenyon, bringing over 30 years of experience in retail and customer service.

The idea came in 2020, when buying a grill should have been an enjoyable experience — but wasn’t. There were plenty of options, but very little real guidance. For products that often represent a significant investment, the advice simply didn’t match the price.

Forton was created to change that.

A place where you can see, understand and experience outdoor cooking equipment properly — before deciding what’s right for you.Whether you’re cooking for family, entertaining friends or planning a full outdoor kitchen, the best way to understand outdoor cooking is to experience it first-hand.