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Quote: Originally posted by Aceselect on 11/7/2011

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At the end of the day some people just don't care or respect anyone else, "it's my holiday and I'll do as I please" attitude, I think the thing is to have a polite word, if it continues speak to a warden, easier said than done though as it can make it worse if people are that way inclined. It's about time manners and respect were taught again. We can live in hope I guess.

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I do worry that many sites do not have a very clear policy on ball games, or for that matter other things.  The CC and C&CC are clearer than most, but even then the enforcement is variable.  A clear policy about ball games means it would be easy to avoid those sites that either allow or do not allow ball games one way or another.  Calling a site 'adult only' is, at least in theory, skirting the issue - adults can still play football or not!  It is all about making the right choice based upon the information.

I accept there are those who wish to play ball.  I accept there are those who do not wish to pitch where ball games are allowed.  As a consumer, ought we to be made clearly aware of the policies of individual sites - and not just about ball games?  Unfortunately not all sites have a clear list.  We all look at site location, facilities, landscaping, cleanliness etc when booking a site.  I am as guilty, as many are, of not checking what sites will or will not find acceptable (when you can get a clear answer), or of going to sites where no clear policy exists - and after that, feeling uncomfortable if it is not to our/my liking.  Sadly, the policy of 'common sense' is inappropriate for some, and the 'make it up as you go along' attitude of camp site warden/owners is not often helpful.

Perhaps we need a campaign of 'clarity and transparency' among sites, so that we clearly know what we're getting before we get there.  The responsibility is also on us as consumers to ask the right questions and to respond by booking or not booking if the site policy does not fit our requirements.

But then there is the other side of the arguement.  The problem with all this is that camping is partly about freedom.  Lots of rules and regulations can take the shine off things somewhat.  Too many rules and regulations will put people off but then too few rules and regulations will also put people off.  Running a campsite is a business, so some owners judge that the best line of action is to be non specific, to maximize chances of a full park.

Basically, I feel all these things are part of the problem.  Of course, I don't have the answer. 

Quote: Originally posted by Freelander61 on 11/7/2011

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I have found recently that these things are now the norm. Its the same as cutting through other peoples pitches (adults and children) if you say anything you get a funny look or just ignored. I now tend to shout out to see if they want coffee, tea etc., no answer. It does not matter what rules the sites have these people will take no notice and continue to please themselves. I enjoy caravaning but its getting more like a chore these days, and alot of the nice people who feel like me are giving up, whats left more of the others.<!-- Message body -->

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Quote: Originally posted by kate w on 11/7/2011

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It is annoying when you've got kids who want to play football or tennis and they're not allowed.  What would be great would be an area where ball games are allowed.

 

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Quote: Originally posted by Freelander61 on 11/7/2011

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I have found recently that these things are now the norm. Its the same as cutting through other peoples pitches (adults and children) if you say anything you get a funny look or just ignored. I now tend to shout out to see if they want coffee, tea etc., no answer. It does not matter what rules the sites have these people will take no notice and continue to please themselves. I enjoy caravaning but its getting more like a chore these days, and alot of the nice people who feel like me are giving up, whats left more of the others.

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Quote: Originally posted by Jax365 on 11/7/2011

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Quote: Originally posted by kate w on 11/7/2011

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It is annoying when you've got kids who want to play football or tennis and they're not allowed.  What would be great would be an area where ball games are allowed.

 

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Why wouldn't the parents check this out before they book though? What is the point of going to a campsite where it's not allowed, or there is no area set aside for ball games if you have children who want to play ball? Surely it would be better to book on a site that has a playground/field anyway. Or near a beach perhaps.

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