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08/1/2008 at 8:03pm
 Location: CHORLEY LANCS
 Outfit: ABBEY VOUGE GTS
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Unfortunatly my wife died last christmas eve the problem I have is I love caravaning as we both did. but my problem is where to go by myself. I have heard that single elderly men (I'm 60) are not usually liked on some sites.We both use to love walking and loved the Lakes and North Wales if any one could help me out with some advice I would be grateful.

Dennis

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08/1/2008 at 8:07pm
 Location: Shropshire
 Outfit: Sunncamp Tourist XP12 & Bailey Ranger
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I have never known of a site that didn't welcome single people - why not come on a meet then you can spend time with like minded people.

Everyone is really supportive and you would have a great time



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08/1/2008 at 8:18pm
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Let me make it quite clear, that at 60, you are not elderly!



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08/1/2008 at 8:41pm
 Location: home
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hi dennis why not join the campingandcaravan club there site are charged per person not for 2 people and also the caravan club does not charge for 2 people have alook on there web sites

the sites which are in the place in the country are charged for 1 and if over 55 you also get a dicount thatis campingandcaravanclub

our friend lost his wife last year he comes with us but he as also been on his own and the holiday rallies are good which you do get talking to people the landduano rally is very good in july with campingand caravan club

our friend says it is hard the first few times you go alone it never gets easier but like we said to him he is out and not stuck at home looking at 4 walls

hope this helps you

from sue



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08/1/2008 at 8:54pm
 Location: Langport Somerset
 Outfit: park owner PLUS Swift Conqueror
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We often have single people on site, but find that because the majority of caravanners & campers are all such a friendly lot they talk to everyone.  Must admit ive never heard of a site stating no single people but some sites do bring in such silly rules at times that it wouldnt surprise me at all.  Look around, join one of the clubs or rallies - you are sure to make friends

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08/1/2008 at 8:57pm
 Location: Cheshire
 Outfit: Avondale Sandmartin & Mondeo Estate
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Dennis, if you are a member of the C&CC it an advantage to be single and a MATURE 60. I know many single widowers that still enjoy the good life.

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08/1/2008 at 9:00pm
 Location: carlisle
 Outfit: Bailey Pegasus Genoa
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Hello Dennis,

I am sure you would be made very welcome on any get together weekends, I grew up in Coppull Near Chorley and we where part of the Trailer Caravan Club that meet every few weekends in the North west, Lakes and virtually with 100 miles radius.  It probably will feel difficult going alone, but I am sure you will soon make loads of new friends.  Good luck to you.

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08/1/2008 at 9:22pm
 Location: None Entered
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We go to a lot of C&CC sites and many of the people we meet there, both male and female, are single people of around your age.

Don't forget you will get the age concessions in the C&CC. 

And oy you.  60 isn't old!!!!!



08/1/2008 at 9:57pm
 Location: Holyhead Anglesey
 Outfit: Coleman Cedar Creek
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Hi Dennis, I'm sorry to hear about your wife and I hope this xmas wasn't too painful for you.

There is a 'mini meet' on 4th-6th April at Rhuallt, North Wales if you're interested.

Click here for the details.

It would be great to see you!

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09/1/2008 at 9:59am
 Location: West Yorkshire
 Outfit: Hymer Exsis 578i
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Hi Dennis,

You are not elderly at 60!

I agree with the other replies,the Caravan Club and Camping and Caravan Club Sites would not find it unusual to have a single person on site.

I expect it would be a challenge the first time out on your own but a meet could perhaps make it a little easier for you.

This may sound daft Dennis but have you got a dog? People always seem to talk to you when you have a cannine companion,we have found people aways stop to chat when we have the dog with us!

I do hope you take the plunge and go out with the caravan on your own,we have met several (more mature,not elderly!) people on camp sites,if they want a chat and a cuppa we have made them welcome or some just want to enjoy their own company.

I am sorry for your loss Dennis but go on mate have a go,I am sure you will find people will generally be friendly and.........if you have not got one maybe think about getting a little dog.perhaps from a rescue centre,that way you will never be alone!

Good Luck

Val



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09/1/2008 at 11:46am
 Location: Shropshire North Wales borders
 Outfit: Adria Win
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Hi Dennis. I can only echo what others have said - bite the bullet and go for it. The C & C C sites certainly accept solo campers and you would be more than welcome on UKCS meets.

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09/1/2008 at 2:30pm
 Location: home
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hi dennis it is sue again who was telling you about our friend that lost his wife last year he as had a greyhound cross with a lurcher from greyhound gap she is the most adorable dog she was ill treated but she as now gained her confidence and he walks miles with her

like he said you feel ok walking with a dog as to  walking on your own and they give you loads of company

hope you take the plunge

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09/1/2008 at 6:52pm
 Location: CHORLEY LANCS
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Thank you one and all for the replies. No dog and carnt really have one with work all day and nights out.
will certain look into the c&cc so many of you have mentioned.

Once again thank you all

Dennis

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