The same Club, just better...

RochelleCC replied on 21/02/2017 08:40

RochelleCC

Posted on 21/02/2017 08:40

Welcome to the Caravan and Motorhome Club.

Ever since we came together as a group of outdoor enthusiasts 110 years ago, our Club has continued on a journey of discovery. It's time for us to make some changes for the better by redefining who we are to help you get the most of the great outdoors.

I’m sure you all have lots of questions, please post your feedback and queries in this thread.

What does our new logo mean? We created a video to explain how we created it:

Find out more at www.camc.com/discover

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Fysherman replied on 26/02/2017 16:24

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Posted on 26/02/2017 16:24

Not when you still have to provide your own accommodation.

moulesy replied on 26/02/2017 16:25

moulesy

Caravanner

Posted on 26/02/2017 15:51 by DaveJ99

Thinking of better ways of spending money and encouraging newer members, especially families, are the following summertime daily prices for two adults and two kids an attractive proposition?

New Forest £40.40          Crystal Palace £39.50
Black Knowl £39.30      Brighton        £39.30
Pembrey     £39.00          Moreton-i-M      £37.60
Longleat     £37.40          Edinburgh     £34.80
Cheddar       £34.70          Exmoor House £34.60

Yes, these are among the best and most expensive sites, and yes, there are many cheaper alternatives, but how about giving families a break and curbing the summer-time price premium. Can a family of four on a budget afford £565 for a couple of weeks in the New Forest in the school holidays?

Posted on 26/02/2017 16:25

Dave, we've been here many times before and seen examples of other (commercial) sites in those same areas charging much, much more (as well as some less of course). The point is that club fees are pretty competitive for families in JulyAugust.

Have a look at what Sandy Balls charges for a fortnight in August if you're looking at the New Forest!!

Fysherman replied on 26/02/2017 16:28

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Posted on 26/02/2017 16:28

Compare it to 2 weeks in Mexico./ Turkey. That's what the young'uns look at these days.

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brue replied on 26/02/2017 16:31

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Posted on 26/02/2017 16:31

The club also offers fixed rate sites, eg a family of six can stay on a club site near Ilfracombe for £14 per night all in, no extras. So that's £196 for a two week holiday.

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moulesy replied on 26/02/2017 16:40

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Caravanner

Posted on 26/02/2017 16:25 by moulesy

Dave, we've been here many times before and seen examples of other (commercial) sites in those same areas charging much, much more (as well as some less of course). The point is that club fees are pretty competitive for families in JulyAugust.

Have a look at what Sandy Balls charges for a fortnight in August if you're looking at the New Forest!!

Posted on 26/02/2017 16:40

The answer is £790 - so over £15 more per night! (Shocked smiley!)

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JVB66 replied on 26/02/2017 16:50

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Posted on 26/02/2017 15:51 by DaveJ99

Thinking of better ways of spending money and encouraging newer members, especially families, are the following summertime daily prices for two adults and two kids an attractive proposition?

New Forest £40.40          Crystal Palace £39.50
Black Knowl £39.30      Brighton        £39.30
Pembrey     £39.00          Moreton-i-M      £37.60
Longleat     £37.40          Edinburgh     £34.80
Cheddar       £34.70          Exmoor House £34.60

Yes, these are among the best and most expensive sites, and yes, there are many cheaper alternatives, but how about giving families a break and curbing the summer-time price premium. Can a family of four on a budget afford £565 for a couple of weeks in the New Forest in the school holidays?

Posted on 26/02/2017 16:50

If you check out the other players in the uk touring leisure industry the caravan club is on a par with most and cheaper than several

DaveJ99 replied on 26/02/2017 16:53

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Posted on 26/02/2017 16:17 by

In this day and age reasonable value IMO

Posted on 26/02/2017 16:53

My point is that money would be better spent making summertime site fees more attractive to young families working on a budget by easing off on the school holiday premium. Commercial travel companies really rack up prices during the school holidays. The club has the opportunity to differentiate itself by not being so greedy. Of course this is not so popular with members who can holiday at any time because they might have to pay a little more. Without Millenial members we are just a club for ageing Baby Boomers. That is what we need to think about.

I probably should not have wandered off onto the contentious topic of site fees. Please forgive me. I have provided a good excuse to lock the thread because it has gone of topic Best we leave off.

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bertb replied on 26/02/2017 17:26

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Posted on 21/02/2017 16:15 by RochelleCC

Hi Wex,

We're hoping to encapsulate the change in everything we do, and we're focusing more on the experiences that you have when touring with us.

When we say more, we mean more inspiration, inclusivity, simplicity and a pioneering spirit

Posted on 26/02/2017 17:26

I knew there was something I was missing on my stays on sites. Pioneering! I guess this means digging my own latrine hole, collecting wood and cooking on an open fire. I am already simple so no change there. I have always felt included as a motorhomer.

Too many admen buzz words.

(I cannot get over "pioneering" in reference to modern vacationing,sorry.)

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ronscates replied on 26/02/2017 18:23

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Posted on 21/02/2017 14:12 by RochelleCC

Thanks for your comments ian2deep,

You can see a short video about how the logo represents our values here: www.camc.com/discover

Posted on 26/02/2017 18:23

P.S you need to change your handle on this chat to RochelleCAMC!