Dynamic pricing to be introduced

replied on 09/02/2023 14:34

Posted on 09/02/2023 14:34


Apparently dynamic pricing is to be rolled out to all UK campsites during 2023.

Which means that those that book up to a year ahead will be able to take advantage of the lowest prices.

Those who for whatever reason cannot commit to booking so far in advance will be penalised if they wish to book closer to the time of travel because apparently the higher the popularity of a campsite and the closer to the time of arrival the booking is made, the higher the price may be.

As with all the changes that have happened during the last 6 months, where were any or more importantly ALL the members consulted and balloted regarding these changes?

Many older members (like ourselves) cannot commit to long term bookings due to medical considerations, appointments that may arise because of these etc; we have previously just set off when able on a ‘tour’ and then by way of the (what was) late availability checker booked ‘on the fly.’


We have already been penalised with the 21 day non-returnable deposit system which really could have been much fairer reduced to 7 days. 

I used to fiercely defend the CAMC as a great organisation to be a member of but this latest move has been the nail in the coffin for us personally.

KjellNN replied on 08/06/2023 20:17

Posted on 08/06/2023 20:17

After we joined and booked as ACR members, at our first site we had to show proof of age, then the warden put a sticker on our cards and explained that at renewal it would be printed on the card.

nelliethehooker replied on 08/06/2023 20:28

Posted on 08/06/2023 20:28

davetommo,  you need to show proof that you are old enough to be eligible for ACR, ie over 60, usually by showing your driving licence at the first site you visit or by applying on line at myccc.co.uk/ageconcession

See page 24 in your copy of the 2023/24 SiteSeeker, if you have one.

Goldie146 replied on 09/06/2023 08:34

Posted on 09/06/2023 08:34

There's also with CCC "Veteran Membership". Half price annual membership - if you're over 60 and been a member for 25 years (I think!).

Screenshot below expalins ACR, and it's limitations.

 

 

davetommo replied on 09/06/2023 18:24

Posted on 09/06/2023 08:34 by Goldie146

There's also with CCC "Veteran Membership". Half price annual membership - if you're over 60 and been a member for 25 years (I think!).

Screenshot below expalins ACR, and it's limitations.

 

 

Posted on 09/06/2023 18:24

Thanks all I will do it when I use a site.

shillysue replied on 11/06/2023 20:42

Posted on 11/06/2023 20:42

I am seriously thinking of leaving this club, it seems to have gone downhill since the restructure. What's the benefit of being a member and still having to pay top dollar as in the case of Rowntree Park, (£58 a night, are you kidding?) In many cases it's cheaper to go private !

I wonder how many members have already left ?

huskydog replied on 11/06/2023 20:55

Posted on 11/06/2023 20:42 by shillysue

I am seriously thinking of leaving this club, it seems to have gone downhill since the restructure. What's the benefit of being a member and still having to pay top dollar as in the case of Rowntree Park, (£58 a night, are you kidding?) In many cases it's cheaper to go private !

I wonder how many members have already left ?

Posted on 11/06/2023 20:55

The answer is quite simple, if you don’t like a price that a business is charging then find a business that charges less and use them 

DavidKlyne replied on 11/06/2023 21:47

Posted on 11/06/2023 20:42 by shillysue

I am seriously thinking of leaving this club, it seems to have gone downhill since the restructure. What's the benefit of being a member and still having to pay top dollar as in the case of Rowntree Park, (£58 a night, are you kidding?) In many cases it's cheaper to go private !

I wonder how many members have already left ?

Posted on 11/06/2023 21:47

According to the latest magazine the club are suggesting that membership has not been higher so its debateable whether members are leaving in any numbers? There will always be a turnover in membership for all sorts of reasons, including some being dissatisfied with the direction of the Club. We have only stayed on three sites this year, one private, one affiliated and one Club site. The private site has been the most expensive, albeit only by a few pounds, the other two about the same price. The secret is to use a mix of sites that suit the locations you wish to visit.

David

peedee replied on 12/06/2023 07:56

Posted on 12/06/2023 07:56

Very much agree with your last sentance David but surely the figures quoted in the latest magazine are historic and not what is happening this year?

peedee

Rocky 2 buckets replied on 12/06/2023 08:27

Posted on 12/06/2023 08:27

There are many, many folk who have a bad reaction to change. The initial reaction is ‘I’m not renewing my membership’ yet they are still seen posting a long time after, this is not an attack merely an observation. In fact it’s mostly me supporting the folk that do it. It shows after they have calmed down they actually realise they really can weather the storm(price rises). It is what we all view as VFM. If CAMC give this then it’s crazy to deny yourself it. Some of CAMC’s detractors constantly proffer advice to find other pitch suppliers yet they never consider leaving themselves🤷🏻‍♂️. ‘When accepting advice always ensure the giver follows their own advice’ as my old boss used to say. I thoroughly enjoyed my membership of the CAMC but my choices right now are way more basic than CAMC offers, when I stop enjoying the wilder camps I will rejoin that is for sure. Enjoy your day👍🏻

eurortraveller replied on 12/06/2023 08:46

Posted on 11/06/2023 20:42 by shillysue

I am seriously thinking of leaving this club, it seems to have gone downhill since the restructure. What's the benefit of being a member and still having to pay top dollar as in the case of Rowntree Park, (£58 a night, are you kidding?) In many cases it's cheaper to go private !

I wonder how many members have already left ?

Posted on 12/06/2023 08:46

As an alternative for  York I suggest Cherry Tree Cottage - 15 hard standing pitches and open all year - and take the bus into the city.

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