Home

   Log in or Register



Insurance Quotes
forums Campsite Search Comp Directory tips virtual brochure Profile
Tent and Awning Reviews Competitions Caravans and Motorhomes For Sale Shopping Diary Advent Calendar

Advertisement

Message Forums
Welcome Guest Register Login Search The Forum Posts Since Last Visit
 Reception - All Forums
  Caravans and Caravanning 		Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email  Printer Friendly Version Print
Subject Topic: which club to choose
Page:  1  2 Post Reply Post New Topic
Personrazor344
28/1/2017 at 10:15am
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View razor344's Profile View Profile   Reply to razor344 Reply   Quote razor344 Quote  
Joined: 08/6/2007

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   39
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Not sure if this is the correct area to post this

recently got a caravan for myself, wife, 2 children and the dog

my dad suggested becoming a member of either the

caravan club

or

caravan and camping club

were not really sure what the difference is

thanks in advance

marc


PersonMike3003
28/1/2017 at 10:29am
 Location: 
 Outfit:  View Mike3003's Profile View Profile   Reply to Mike3003 Reply   Quote Mike3003 Quote  
Joined: 15/7/2013

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   1455
Site Reviews Total: 1
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Marc, You will get loads of fantastic advice on this and many other topics, but don't feel you need to join either. We joined a club when we started caravanig many years ago, and lasted just one year, we have not been a member of anything, apart from ACSI and ClubVoyage, for years and have not missed out on anything.

Good luck with your caravan. 👍😀

-------------
Not ALL Newts get p**sed.

“Semper Fidelis”


Discounted Insurance Quotes for UKCampsite.co.uk visitors! Up to 12.5% off!
UKCampsite.co.uk users are rewarded with up to 12.5% off Caravan Guard touring caravan insurance, folding camper and trailer tent insurance, and 5% off motorhome and campervan insurance. Static caravan insurance is also available. Get an online quote now

PersonGCMS2012
28/1/2017 at 10:37am
 Location: Northumberland
 Outfit: Knaus Sudwind 550 TK View GCMS2012's Profile View Profile   Reply to GCMS2012 Reply   Quote GCMS2012 Quote  
Joined: 06/1/2013

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   2130
Site Reviews Total: 7
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 1  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 7
Site Nights 2018: 0

We're with the caravan club.

2 adults, 2 kids (9yr old twins) and the dog too...

Found so far the CC site standards are really high. Good clean shower blocks and in general - clean and tidy sites etc. So when we go to somewhere new, at least we know what to expect at that site...

Never used C&CC sites, so have no knowledge of them, and so can't comment on them...

There's been many threads on here asking the same question, and I think it's a 'swings and roundabouts' kind of thing.

What may suit one, may not suit another...

-------------
Damned if I do...

Damned if I don't!!!!


Persondiesel steve
28/1/2017 at 11:41am
 Location: fife
 Outfit: vw t5 adria isonzo View diesel steve's Profile View Profile   Reply to diesel steve Reply   Quote diesel steve Quote  
Joined: 13/8/2011

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   781
Site Reviews Total: 9
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 1  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 1
go on both there web sites and look at the sites and see if any take your fancy.then if any do suit you check out there price for members and non members.you may find that if you book a week at any site and join that particular club you will save the membership fees for that year, plus you get a monthly mag


PersonMick S.
28/1/2017 at 12:08pm
 Location: 
 Outfit:  View Mick S.'s Profile View Profile   Reply to Mick S. Reply   Quote Mick S. Quote  
Joined: 18/8/2004

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   3499
Site Reviews Total: 37
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 1  
Site Reviews 2022: 1  
Site Reviews 2021: 4  
Site Reviews 2020: 4  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 3
Site Nights 2022: 6
Site Nights 2021: 16
Site Nights 2020: 17
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Both clubs are virtually identical outside their names. Choosing is done by toss of a coin. The main thing they both have in common, is that they are both more expensive to use than 99% of independent caravan sites.The possible 'plus', is when you buy various insurances. Whereby you may get a discount for membership of either. Outside that, membership is 95% a waste of money. I'm in the C&CC, by pure chance, for the aforementioned insurance, and i think it has a better sites book. (though rarely used). One thing i just found out though; because i have now used their - 'cheaper' - by a tenner, online facility to renew, i no longer get the sites book! Though apparently i can buy one for a tenner. See what i mean!


Advertisement

Handiworld


PersonHacksaw Bob
28/1/2017 at 12:13pm
 Location: West Midlands
 Outfit: Various tents View Hacksaw Bob's Profile View Profile   Reply to Hacksaw Bob Reply   Quote Hacksaw Bob Quote  
Joined: 26/7/2009

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   6502
Tent Reviews:   1
Site Reviews Total: 10
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
As above, the non-member nightly pitch fee charged by both clubs will amount (over a week) to more than the annual subscription, so you may as well join whichever club runs the site (which, certainly in the case of the Camping and Caravan Club, and, I imagine, the Caravan Club, you could do on arrival.)

If joining the C&CC, you could opt for the online version of the magazine and sites list, which works out a few pounds less than "paper" membership.


PersonJTQU
28/1/2017 at 12:15pm
 Location: Hampshire
 Outfit: Hymer Nova S View JTQU's Profile View Profile   Reply to JTQU Reply   Quote JTQU Quote  
Joined: 01/11/2005

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   2189
Site Reviews Total: 6
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 1  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 1
Being a family you might be dreaming of going away to club sites during school holidays?

With the CC they allow no commitment bookings from early in December each year, so the reality is you will struggle to find a contiguous slot for a holiday this year in many probably most accessible site.

The 5 van sites are not so affected but are probably not what most families look for.

The C&CC require a heavy deposit so booking later in the year is not quite so challenging.

Both clubs offer great rally like holiday meets, IMO brilliant for families during school holidays.

We are and have been with both clubs for now over 30 years. Both have their pluses and minuses.


Personggregu
28/1/2017 at 1:07pm
 Location: Lancashire
 Outfit: Swift Kudos 530SB View ggregu's Profile View Profile   Reply to ggregu Reply   Quote ggregu Quote  
Joined: 13/7/2015

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   21
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Either are worth joining for the CL/CS sites alone. These are small 5 van sites, many in the most beautiful areas. I tend to use these almost exclusively and have found some real gems! They also tend to be around the Ł15 per night mark which in high season is a steal if you have a family!


VangoMan02
28/1/2017 at 2:06pm
 Location: 
 Outfit:  View VangoMan02's Profile View Profile   Reply to VangoMan02 Reply   Quote VangoMan02 Quote  
Joined: 18/5/2007

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   3531
Tent Reviews:   7
Site Reviews Total: 21
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 1  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 1
To be honest the best way to find if you like either clubs is to try them for yourself.
Unfortunately the non members pitch fee it very expensive compared to what members pay with both clubs.
You will get all different opinions, as you would with most things asking this question.
What one person likes, others do not like.

I am a member of the CC but also use non club sites which are not always cheaper then club sites.
It all depends what you are looking for from a site.

The Camp site search on this forum is as good a starting point as any to look at site reviews. Especially for your initial trips..Enjoy!

-------------
It is a wise man who has something to say.
It is a fool who has to say something.


Personyotanka62
28/1/2017 at 3:40pm
 Location: Milton Keynes
 Outfit: Kia Sorento + Sprite Major 4 View yotanka62's Profile View Profile   Reply to yotanka62 Reply   Quote yotanka62 Quote  
Joined: 25/5/2005

Gold Member
Gold Member

Forum Posts:   241
Site Reviews Total: 9
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Hi, we joined both last year as we had come back to caravanning after many years. We kept the C and CC club only this year but to be honest both clubs sites seem very expensive now. We intend to try some CS sites now.
Maybe do as we did, see if you use them and then make a decision when you need to renew.
Seems a lot of lovely sites country wide not belonging to either club which have been to.
So the decision is yours.


Advertisement

Handiworld


PersonNutkins
28/1/2017 at 3:49pm
 Location: Bradford
 Outfit: Swift Charisma 06 - Passat Est 2.0 140 View Nutkins's Profile View Profile   Reply to Nutkins Reply   Quote Nutkins Quote  
Joined: 31/7/2012

Gold Member
Gold Member

Forum Posts:   279
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
We started caravanning in 2013 and haven't bothered with either so far, plenty of nice independent sites to choose from. Saying that if I wanted to go somewhere and the best option in that area was either of the clubs I wouldn't hesitate to join. Kind of a 'cross that bridge when I approach it' strategy.
The certified sites and certified locations do seem really good value but maybe not suited to families as much.

-------------
I went to the top of the mountain...and looked over the other side!


Personblueexpo97
29/1/2017 at 8:09am
 Location: 
 Outfit:  View blueexpo97's Profile View Profile   Reply to blueexpo97 Reply   Quote blueexpo97 Quote  
Joined: 07/2/2009

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   9851
Site Reviews Total: 24
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 1  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 2
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Loads of previous posts on the subject.

-------------
XVI yes?

As well is two words!
How does a sage know everything about everything? or does he? or does he just think he does?
Remember, if you buy something you bought it, not brought it.


Personfife-bloke
29/1/2017 at 10:05am
 Location: 
 Outfit:  View fife-bloke's Profile View Profile   Reply to fife-bloke Reply   Quote fife-bloke Quote  
Joined: 23/8/2008

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   817
Site Reviews Total: 12
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 1  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 14
Site Nights 2018: 0
Anyone else open this thread wondering if it was about selecting a 7 iron or a 9 iron for a certain shot lol

-------------
Who needs travel agents,we have our static


Personmarg6
29/1/2017 at 1:04pm
 Location: 
 Outfit:  View marg6's Profile View Profile   Reply to marg6 Reply   Quote marg6 Quote  
Joined: 11/8/2016

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   3126
Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 3  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 15
Site Nights 2018: 0
Quote: Originally posted by Nutkins on 28/1/2017
We started caravanning in 2013 and haven't bothered with either so far, plenty of nice independent sites to choose from. Saying that if I wanted to go somewhere and the best option in that area was either of the clubs I wouldn't hesitate to join. Kind of a 'cross that bridge when I approach it' strategy.
The certified sites and certified locations do seem really good value but maybe not suited to families as much.


just how aren't they suited to families? mine grew up with us using the cls/cs;s and never   had a complaint yet~! plenty of space to play, no excessive noise from others disturbing sleep plenty have play areas with swings and stuff, often animals if on a farm (ask permission first tho) in fact it was on a cl that I first learnt to ride horses! and mum and dad could see from the comfort of the caravan!


PersonGCMS2012
29/1/2017 at 2:18pm
 Location: Northumberland
 Outfit: Knaus Sudwind 550 TK View GCMS2012's Profile View Profile   Reply to GCMS2012 Reply   Quote GCMS2012 Quote  
Joined: 06/1/2013

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   2130
Site Reviews Total: 7
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 1  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 7
Site Nights 2018: 0

Do Cl's / CS's have a shower block and EHU??

That's all we would want on a site. But have never really looked into them...

-------------
Damned if I do...

Damned if I don't!!!!


Personmarg6
29/1/2017 at 2:27pm
 Location: 
 Outfit:  View marg6's Profile View Profile   Reply to marg6 Reply   Quote marg6 Quote  
Joined: 11/8/2016

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   3126
Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 3  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 15
Site Nights 2018: 0
Quote: Originally posted by GCMS2012 on 29/1/2017

Do Cl's / CS's have a shower block and EHU??

That's all we would want on a site. But have never really looked into them...


definitely a yes on the ehu, and most will have toilets and often a shower aswell, just ask the owners before booking



In order to post a reply you will need to register, or if already registered please log in here

Prev       Next

Jump To Page:  1  2

Quick Links - All Forums - Caravans and Caravanning - Top of Page

Printer Friendly Version Printable version      Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email


Latest News, Discounts and Competitions  see all...

7459 Visitors online !

Free UKCampsite.co.uk Window Sticker  -  Recommend to Friend  -  Add a Missing Campsite

[Message Forums]  [Caravan Sites & Camping]  [Company Listings]  [Features / Advice]  [Virtual Brochure]  [Shop!]
[Reception]  [Competitions]  [Caravans & Motorhomes For Sale]  [Event Diary]  [Contact Us]  [Tent Reviews] 



Please note we are not responsible for the content of external sites & any reviews represent the author's personal view only. Please report any error here. You may view our privacy and cookie policy and terms and conditions here. All copyrights & other intellectual property rights in the design and content of this web site are reserved to the UKCampsite.co.uk © 1999 - 2024


Advertisement
Advertisement


UKCampsite.co.uk
2024 Advent Calendar

Advent Calendar

24 Daily Prizes PLUS a Christmas Day Star Prize worth £999

Request a Reminder