Insidious Development

STANO replied on 19/04/2018 17:19

Posted on 19/04/2018 17:19

Question!!! Why and Who made the decision to install static accommodation units on Club site's.Surely these sites are provided for members who take to the road in their own funded vehicles,why are we now being asked to fund the life style of these "Static Dwellers".Are these Static Units really for the use of friends and family? If so why is their a 10percent discount for members.No they will be rented out to people who have not the slightest interest in our way of life.If friends or family want to experience caravaning and motorhoming their is always the opportunity to hire.I would be pleased to be enlightened on what the perceived benifits are to the caravan and motorhome club member A further point is that the number of pitches available to members will be reduced this is especially important at peek periods.A large area at Coniston Park Coppice has been allocated to these Static Units complete with their veranda decking.We members are funding this cost and will not derive any benifit.It is time to stop this Insidious Development.

 

SteveL replied on 24/04/2018 18:37

Posted on 24/04/2018 18:29 by Janet

The new Pods arriving will have cooking facilities in them, plus a brick built BBQ outside 

Posted on 24/04/2018 18:37

Cooking facilities yes, but only in the form of a microwave and toaster.

Takethedogalong replied on 24/04/2018 20:16

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:16

Well I for one could manage more than adequately with just a toaster, microwave and barbie! 

I think it's about doing something a bit different, some will hate them, some will love them!

SteveL replied on 24/04/2018 20:22

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:16 by Takethedogalong

Well I for one could manage more than adequately with just a toaster, microwave and barbie! 

I think it's about doing something a bit different, some will hate them, some will love them!

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:22

Barbie not so good in the colder times of the year. These super pods are for more than just summer. Whilst we could manage,  at the prices being charged, would a couple of gas or electric rings be to much, even if they can't run to an oven. 

As I said it would put us off, I am sure we are not alone.

replied on 24/04/2018 20:23

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:23

Forget the barbie when it's peeing down and blowing a gale. So toaster and can you microwave baked beans?

replied on 24/04/2018 20:47

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:47

I notice the image of camping pod shows a gas ring on the porch. 

No dogs inside tbough.

Rocky 2 buckets replied on 24/04/2018 20:51

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:16 by Takethedogalong

Well I for one could manage more than adequately with just a toaster, microwave and barbie! 

I think it's about doing something a bit different, some will hate them, some will love them!

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:51

I’m used to using just a pod with electric. I take everything except the accommodation. It’s just a case of moving out of your comfort zone & trying something different. It’s not for everyone, some folk just don’t like change. Some are what the C&MC are looking for-adventurers😂

Takethedogalong replied on 24/04/2018 20:53

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:53

We have a portable gas ring, we have a small steamer, we enjoy eating out. We wouldn't starve. We have a highly developed sense of adventure as well, which helps. As I say, they won't suit some.

The no dogs permitted is the only thing that we stop us using them. But I can understand why this rule is in place. Some places we have used log cabins allow dogs in certain cabins, reserving others for those with pet allergies. A good compromise.

Edit: I think we crossed posts Rocky!laughing

Janet replied on 24/04/2018 20:54

Posted on 24/04/2018 18:37 by SteveL

Cooking facilities yes, but only in the form of a microwave and toaster.

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:54

The cooking facilities will have an induction hob, toaster and microwave oven plus the outside bbq

nelliethehooker replied on 24/04/2018 20:56

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:23 by

Forget the barbie when it's peeing down and blowing a gale. So toaster and can you microwave baked beans?

Posted on 24/04/2018 20:56

Of course you can, have done it many time in the caravan.

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