Gems of CLs

steve874 replied on 06/03/2016 13:54

Posted on 06/03/2016 13:54

I know when we find them we like to keep them quiet for ourselves But can anyone recommend a good CL in the south lakes or Yorkshire dales area? Preferably with EHU though not essential. More importantly nice walking, and peaceful, maybe a pub nearby. I promise I won't tell anyone else

Oneputt replied on 11/03/2016 07:45

Posted on 11/03/2016 07:45

I think you're all being a little harsh.   He hasn't said 'he' keeps the little gems to himself, he says he is aware that people do. And he is right, we do tend not to share a good CL if we find one, although this can be detrimental to the whole site network as if CL's don't get business, they end up closing!    I would be inclined to give the benefit of the doubt on the OP and give him some tips for good CL's if anyone has some.   Don't be too quick to judge.  

He said - I know when we find them we like to keep them quiet for ourselves

The first line of his post is as above. 

 

 

Longtimecaravanner replied on 11/03/2016 09:25

Posted on 11/03/2016 09:25

.   Don't be too quick to judge.  

He said - I know when we find them we like to keep them quiet for ourselves

The first line of his post is as above. 

 

 

Yes, but he could have been using 'we' as in we caravaners and not my wife and I. I certainly read it that way.Come back Steve and tell us what you meant.

Personnally I map search the area and then read the reviews as that way I hopefully get a balanced review of the site and not that one person thought it was good. Also one person finds a site and thinks its good so always goes there and there may be a far better one up the road. My way takes longer than just asking for a recommendation but ensures I get an overall view.

Cherokee2015 replied on 11/03/2016 10:57

Posted on 11/03/2016 10:57

.   Don't be too quick to judge.  

He said - I know when we find them we like to keep them quiet for ourselves

The first line of his post is as above. 

 

 

Yes, but he could have been using 'we' as in we caravaners and not my wife and I. I certainly read it that way.Come back Steve and tell us what you meant.

 

Exactly what I thought when I read it too!

kdee69 replied on 12/03/2016 15:24

Posted on 12/03/2016 15:24

I know when we find them we like to keep them quiet for ourselves But can anyone recommend a good CL in the south lakes or Yorkshire dales area? Preferably with EHU though not essential. More importantly nice walking, and peaceful, maybe a pub nearby. I promise I won't tell anyone else

Good god! This site beggars belief sometimes! Poor you, a tongue in cheek post and then metaphorically lynched. I've only been to one but it is blinking lovely. 5 Hardstanding pitches in the grounds of an old hall, Wortley Hall is the site. Fantastic pub at the end of a long (ish) drive (half a mile) and EHU. It's definitely worth a visit

InaD replied on 12/03/2016 17:12

Posted on 12/03/2016 17:12

.   Don't be too quick to judge.  

He said - I know when we find them we like to keep them quiet for ourselves

The first line of his post is as above. 

 

 

Yes, but he could have been using 'we' as in we caravaners and not my wife and I. I certainly read it that way.Come back Steve and tell us what you meant.

 

Exactly what I thought when I read it too!

And I said similar on the first page when I said it was perhaps meant as the "Royal" we, as in "we caravanners/ motorhomers".  I certainly didn't read it that the OP and his partner like to keep quiet about it.

harryb replied on 13/03/2016 09:16

Posted on 13/03/2016 09:16

So did the first post actually warrant the first sentence. The OP only wanted  a recommendation.

As he hasn't received any of note can I suggest a read of members site reports in the cl section will get probably more reports than what he will get on here.

Takethedogalong replied on 13/03/2016 09:45

Posted on 13/03/2016 09:45

We are currently on a gem. Lovely big field, gorgeous views, in a pretty village, we can hear Flying Scotsman hooting in distance. Coast a few miles away, moors and forests on doorstep, pub with good beer and delicious food within a mile, walks direct from site. Dogs and children welcome. £11 a night. 

Happy

Oneputt replied on 13/03/2016 12:54

Posted on 13/03/2016 12:54

Sounds perfect TDA, would loved to have been there but circumstances have conspired to make me change my plans, and no, it wasn't Mrs OneSurprised

Takethedogalong replied on 13/03/2016 20:29

Posted on 13/03/2016 20:29

Never mind OP, it has been very busy on moors with traffic racing around to get the best views. That little layby I mentioned is closed off, there are British Transport Police up here helping steward, and it is just too close to the line! I was lucky enough just to drive down to Levisham, park up and watch and video as she rolled into the station. Wonderful sight, full of happy smiling people!Happy

hallagather replied on 14/03/2016 14:13

Posted on 14/03/2016 14:13

Hi takethedogalong

any chance you could give us the name of the cl please

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