Thinking about joining Camping and Caravan Club
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Tammygirl replied on 07/02/2022 17:04
Posted on 07/02/2022 17:04
Gosh where did this thread spring to life from 😅😅
Well 4 years on and we have stayed on many more C&CC sites thanks to Covid and having to holiday in the UK for the last 2 years.
We like just about everyone we've been on so far. Yes they are different, especially in summer when the tenter are out and about.
The gravel areas are on some sites narrower than CMC sites but the new refurbished sites they are a decent size. You have to state if you are wanting an awning pitch or you will be put on a non awning one.
Pricing is much better than the CMC as their price bands at PHs don't go on for days afterwards. With the age discount it can make a £10 a night difference, so worth the membership.
We only have 2 sites booked so far for this year and they are both CCC sites.
JollyKernow replied on 07/02/2022 17:52
Posted on 07/02/2022 12:28 by SeasideBillAs far as pitches are concerned, I think there is an inherent bias… for CMC it’s caravans and for C&CC it’s campervans/motorhomes (and family tents). The pitch arrangements fit that bias, although both will be happy to take your money.
SeasideBill replied on 07/02/2022 18:11
Posted on 07/02/2022 17:52 by JollyKernowYou don't use this club's sites much then Bill? Very different to your opinion
JK
Posted on 07/02/2022 18:11
We all make judgments on our own experiences, yours obviously differs to mine. Yes, I do use CMC sites, although increasingly less given high site fees. If I was to give up my C&CC or CMC membership, it would be the latter.
Last year at a CMC site, I was berated my a member for driving a motorhome as they made the place look like a transit camp!
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allanandjean replied on 07/02/2022 18:32
replied on 07/02/2022 19:09
SeasideBill replied on 07/02/2022 19:39
DSB replied on 08/02/2022 09:22
Posted on 08/02/2022 09:22
We are members of both, but generally book with the CAMC. One reason is that the CAMC have more Full Serviced pitches. Because of the meager weight allowance, we tend to carry so much stuff in the car. One of the ways we cut down is by leaving the aquaroll and wastemaster at home. Instead we use Serviced pitches and Colapz products (Fresh Mini and flexible waste pipes) to cut down on weight and space...
David
Fozzie replied on 08/02/2022 19:47
Posted on 08/02/2022 19:47
I am a member of the CCC,their booking system and web site remind me very much of trying to get through to your GP ,but once you get through, they are absolutely fine.
They do seem to have loads and loads of rules and stipulations,but surprisingly now the CMHC are following them.
Never had a problem with the site pitching you,I just request,sunny pitch,away from toilet block ect ect.I was at the old Braithwaite Fold site and he met me on his bike and said you can have that pitch or that pitch dead opposite reception where I was parked as only two pitches left!!
I would rather have this than the Volvo driver at the Centenary Site who must of made at least half a dozen laps of the site looking for a suitable pitch.
Where they do have an edge are the popular THS cheap and do not require booking.
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dunelm replied on 11/02/2022 13:40
Posted on 04/02/2018 19:09 by DSBWe are members of both.
There are advantages and disadvantages to each Club. For us, the main advantage of the C&CC is that you can book hardstandings. Advantage of the CAMC is that there are more sites to choose from in the CAMC (almost twice as many Club sites), the quality of the sites are generally better, and to have the option of full serviced pitches (I don't think the C&CC have them).
If you are members of both it gives you (together with non-club sites) a wider choice.
David
DSB replied on 11/02/2022 17:10
Posted on 11/02/2022 13:40 by dunelmCCC does have serviced pitches on some sites. This information is clearly shown on entries for sites in their Siteseekers book which is issued to members.
Posted on 11/02/2022 17:10
Yes... you are absolutely right, dunelm. The post you quote was from 2018... I did refer to serviced pitches on C&CC sites just above (Posted on 08/02/2022 09:22), having used a serviced pitch at Devizes last year. From what I can see, it is less common to find serviced pitches on the C&CC network.
David
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