Improve the CL network for all concerned.

I don't see why that is not possible now, just put them in different names. I know some CLs which are that close now but under different ownership. You could also run them under different Clubs again it happens now.

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I think it already happens now to be honest. We have stayed on a few very nice, well run CLs that have had either another CL, a CS, or a small private site fenced off adjacent. I can certainly recall at least 10 that we have used in last few years.

The problem arises when visitors don't appreciate that this is allowed and is perfectly legal, and then start to complain and leave reviews saying things are not being run properly. I do agree that where such an arrangement exists, it could be better explained in site details so that those who want only 5 vans within a few acres know that such a site might not suit their needs.

Do you honestly think that the ones that run sites with more than 5 on would want to go to all the added expense of setting up another site? Given the time it would take to open another adjacent site those running with more than 5 vans would continue to do so, wouldn't they?

A CL not far from here is both CC and C&CC. CC use righthand entrance, C&CC  use lefthand entrance, Also I have come across several CL's over the years that have two fields in different names. So as others say it is done.

I have said this before. When I joined the club in 1986 there were around 5000 cl's there are only half that now. So double the 5 limit to 10 (space allowing) and you are back to somewhere near the number of pitches that were available 30 years ago.

Just on another tack to more pitches for members. Does anybody know how the club attracts newcomers to the system. Maybe the could push harder to attract more newcomers to the cl system

A CL not far from here is both CC and C&CC. CC use righthand entrance, C&CC  use lefthand entrance, Also I have come across several CL's over the years that have two fields in different names. So as others say it is done.

I have said this before. When I joined the club in 1986 there were around 5000 cl's there are only half that now. So double the 5 limit to 10 (space allowing) and you are back to somewhere near the number of pitches that were available 30 years ago.

Just on another tack to more pitches for members. Does anybody know how the club attracts newcomers to the system. Maybe the could push harder to attract more newcomers to the cl system

But that's not taking into account the number of CL's (& CS's) that have upgraded to small commercial sites. 

For the first time in as long as I can remember, the number of new CL's reported in the October magazine (13) has exceeded the number of closures (5). I thought the network was heading for oblivion. I hope this most recent stat; is a new trend.

For the first time in as long as I can remember, the number of new CL's reported in the October magazine (13) has exceeded the number of closures (5). I thought the network was heading for oblivion. I hope this most recent stat; is a new trend.

Not the first time but two months in a row

see post in  CL numbers 'up' thread

A CL not far from here is both CC and C&CC. CC use righthand entrance, C&CC  use lefthand entrance, Also I have come across several CL's over the years that have two fields in different names. So as others say it is done.

I have said this before. When I joined the club in 1986 there were around 5000 cl's there are only half that now. So double the 5 limit to 10 (space allowing) and you are back to somewhere near the number of pitches that were available 30 years ago.

Just on another tack to more pitches for members. Does anybody know how the club attracts newcomers to the system. Maybe the could push harder to attract more newcomers to the cl system

But that's not taking into account the number of CL's (& CS's) that have upgraded to small commercial sites. 

NTH I agree, but it is a way of getting back the number of pitches that have been lost over 30 years. If the present trend carries on, the last two months ignored, then how long before the cl system cannot cope with the demand.

Lookat "new CLs" in the headings and not one in the last 2 months.Those in the Mag are old as publication is usually 2/3 months pre delivery date. Too early to suggst atrend to more opening than closing.

As I understand it a prospect CL setterupper has to approach the club and the process is quite confusing.  I know I have suggested to a few friends that they run a CL.  Having tried the process recently myself - it isn't surprising that the numbers are falling.  As said in another thread I was turned down due to the access road having no designated passing places.  Its a "no though road" with several gateways and low verges.  I don't think I have ever had to back up in my car never mind with the caravan to get past anyone - except possibly in deep snow!  Pity really as I would love to share my beautiful surroundings and the Barn Owls with others!   Also annoying as I have just stayed at a new CL with FAR worse approach than mine - albeit shorter but ditches on both sides and I met a lorry that wouldn't back up forcing me onto a verge with a nasty deep hole the front of the car sank into!  I didn't even venture onto the verge until I had confirmed that there were ditches hiding in the undergrowth.  I am glad to say the lorry hit a big hole too when he realised I wasn't moving over anymore!