Awnings

Takethedogalong replied on 31/08/2022 20:57

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Posted on 31/08/2022 20:57

Just noticed something this evening. When you click on “Find a UK Campsite”, a green banner right at the top of the page comes up. Up to today, that banner has read “Children under Five, Dogs and Awnings no charge on Club Sites”. Tonight, the mention of awnings has disappeared. Not certain this is the only place I have seen this banner, but wherever it was, there was a definite mention of awnings being free.

I do know that charging for awnings is currently under review, this is in the FAQS section, right at the top of the page. Just wondering if the review results are imminent.

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mickysf replied on 01/09/2022 16:49

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Posted on 01/09/2022 16:36 by Cornersteady

I thought that the reason behind Bunree was it didn't spoil the view for those behind? Awnings were/are also banned on the sea side pitches at Garlieston I recall when we were there, and Whitehouse beach but that may have been changed very recently I think?

Posted on 01/09/2022 16:49

I totally get those instances but they are not for fire break issues, purely consideration and respect for others. This can only apply on sites like those mentioned which have such beautiful vistas. Stayed at Bunree several times and have nothing but admiration for the way this ‘rule’ is appreciated by all. You takes your choice, front row or awning! That’s if you can get booked on in the first place. What about an extra full sea view charge like hotels make. But seriously, we are talking about extra charging for pitches which can accommodate a conventional awning arrangement.

EmilysDad replied on 01/09/2022 17:10

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Posted on 01/09/2022 11:17 by SteveL

No 😂

Our MH is 2.21 and we had about 30 cm (gestimate) each side.

Posted on 01/09/2022 17:10

Phew! I had visions of you & MrsL holding a tape measure between the pegs 😉😉

Cornersteady replied on 01/09/2022 17:20

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Posted on 01/09/2022 17:10 by EmilysDad

Phew! I had visions of you & MrsL holding a tape measure between the pegs 😉😉

Posted on 01/09/2022 17:20

yes , that more my line isn't it

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Posted on 01/09/2022 16:32 by Cornersteady

In the only two peg site I've been on there was two hand spans either way from my caravan to the peg line, I have to confess I've just measured that and that's about 8 inches or 21 cm.

Posted on 01/09/2022 17:21

I have to confess I've just measured that and that's about 8 inches or 21 cm.

That doesn't surprise me at all ... 🙄

PS 8" is nearer 200mm than 210mm (cm isn't a SI unit) 🙂

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EmilysDad replied on 01/09/2022 17:22

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Posted on 01/09/2022 17:20 by Cornersteady

yes , that more my line isn't it

Posted on 01/09/2022 17:22

You beat me to it .... 🤣

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Cornersteady replied on 01/09/2022 17:28

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Posted on 01/09/2022 17:22 by EmilysDad

You beat me to it .... 🤣

Posted on 01/09/2022 17:28

As the song goes I am what I am

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Cornersteady replied on 01/09/2022 17:40

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Posted on 01/09/2022 17:21 by EmilysDad

I have to confess I've just measured that and that's about 8 inches or 21 cm.

That doesn't surprise me at all ... 🙄

PS 8" is nearer 200mm than 210mm (cm isn't a SI unit) 🙂

Posted on 01/09/2022 17:40

And why do I have to use SI units, is that a new CT rule I do certainly use them when in maths or physics but for everyday day use cm is acceptable?

And for the record (as you started it and now probably wishing you didn't) stricky speaking the are seven base units in SI and is mm isn't one of them.

but cm and mm, Km... are what are called prefixes of SI units.

davetommo replied on 01/09/2022 18:14

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Posted on 01/09/2022 17:40 by Cornersteady

And why do I have to use SI units, is that a new CT rule I do certainly use them when in maths or physics but for everyday day use cm is acceptable?

And for the record (as you started it and now probably wishing you didn't) stricky speaking the are seven base units in SI and is mm isn't one of them.

but cm and mm, Km... are what are called prefixes of SI units.

Posted on 01/09/2022 18:14

Glad we did feet and inches when I was at school, it sounds easier.

trellis replied on 01/09/2022 18:21

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Posted on 01/09/2022 18:21

I'm beginning to wonder why I went to the O2 last night to watch Prof Brain Cox . With all the measurements , maths etc on this post , it would have been cheaper to stay at home.😀😀.

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