Making charcoal the easy way

First you need a choclate tin, then punch five holes into the lid.Cut wood to the height of the tin.I used green Ash as it's low in water. We also made artist charcoal sticks from green Willow.Put on lid and place on fire.

After a few mintues steam and smoke should start to come out of the holes.

This after a while it should turn to gas which will flame.After the flame has gone the charcoal is ready. Take off the fire and place upside down so to make sure no air gets into the charcoal and lets it burn.

When cool you should have black gold!

All ready for...er...the BBQ. We made two batches which was enough for 10 people and it was still going for a few more hours. Much beter than that rubbish you buy from the shops and it's easy to light.It took us about a hour to make charcoal.