Popular Site Weekend Availability

PJMEG replied on 05/01/2023 17:00

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Posted on 05/01/2023 17:00

We have been looking at making some weekend bookings for the coming months, living in Yorkshire we have some really popular weekend sites, York Rowntree, Chatsworth, Castleton etc usually these are booked up and hard to book for most of the year. This year we have noticed they seem to have quite alot of availability.

We are wondering if this is due to now having to pay deposits or the fact the club prices are now quite expensive in some peoples mind or maybe just the general cost of living.

Just wondering what any other members thoughts maybe as to availability on sites not what all our financial status maybe.

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Cornersteady replied on 05/01/2023 19:10

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Posted on 05/01/2023 19:03 by SteveL

Despite the cost Chatsworth is still popular throughout the year with lots of dates full or low, even as far forward as next November when we have a booking. There does seem to be a reduction in weekends fully booked, particularly from June onwards when deposits will be required. It therefore does seem that deposits have stopped a lot of possibly speculative bookings. However, I have no doubt those dates will be filled closer to the time. In my opinion Chatsworth is still value for money.

Posted on 05/01/2023 19:10

I agree with that, perhaps deposits have done their job? And yes it is a great site and worth it due to its features and of course its location. It's on my list for a revisit soon.

PJMEG replied on 05/01/2023 19:19

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Posted on 05/01/2023 19:19

I feel that you are right June onwards seems to be when there is most availability.

Maybe the deposit system should have stated earlier if it seems to be working and making it better for all when booking.

Having been to both Hillhead and Seacroft when our daughter was younger they were great but not sites we would visit now, peace and quiet for us now please.

Tammygirl replied on 05/01/2023 19:29

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Posted on 05/01/2023 19:03 by SteveL

Despite the cost Chatsworth is still popular throughout the year with lots of dates full or low, even as far forward as next November when we have a booking. There does seem to be a reduction in weekends fully booked, particularly from June onwards when deposits will be required. It therefore does seem that deposits have stopped a lot of possibly speculative bookings. However, I have no doubt those dates will be filled closer to the time. In my opinion Chatsworth is still value for money.

Posted on 05/01/2023 19:29

Can't say I agree with you there Steve.

We've been of course but neither of use have any wish to return, even more so when you look at the cost of the place, both site and the house and gardens.

We prefer to go to new places not repeating visits, especially now that prices and fuel are so expensive.

There are sites that we do use time and again but these are usually for 1 night on our way to the ferry. If touring in the UK we always try to find somewhere new too visit.

I could never understand those who folk claimed booked up every weekend at the same site.

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JollyKernow replied on 05/01/2023 20:01

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Tinwheeler replied on 05/01/2023 20:02

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Posted on 05/01/2023 20:02

"I could never understand those who folk claimed booked up every weekend at the same site."

I can. People who work and like to get away at weekends probably have a limited choice of sites within an acceptable distance from home. They find a site/area they like so return to familiar territory for their weekend escapes. It’s even better if they can leave their caravan on site between weekends. Been there, done that and it was a lifeline at times so I’d not knock others' choices as they have their reasons.

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young thomas replied on 05/01/2023 20:13

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PJMEG replied on 05/01/2023 20:30

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Posted on 05/01/2023 20:02 by Tinwheeler

"I could never understand those who folk claimed booked up every weekend at the same site."

I can. People who work and like to get away at weekends probably have a limited choice of sites within an acceptable distance from home. They find a site/area they like so return to familiar territory for their weekend escapes. It’s even better if they can leave their caravan on site between weekends. Been there, done that and it was a lifeline at times so I’d not knock others' choices as they have their reasons.

Posted on 05/01/2023 20:30

I fully get this, I am now semi retired so have the luxury of slightly more choice as i still have work some weekends.

In the past we have left our van to ensure we get weekends away it is a life saver when working full time.

Even our most local site Hebden Bridge is like being in a different world even just for a weekend 😀

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Cornersteady replied on 05/01/2023 20:36

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Posted on 05/01/2023 20:30 by PJMEG

I fully get this, I am now semi retired so have the luxury of slightly more choice as i still have work some weekends.

In the past we have left our van to ensure we get weekends away it is a life saver when working full time.

Even our most local site Hebden Bridge is like being in a different world even just for a weekend 😀

Posted on 05/01/2023 20:36

Just being away in the caravan does it for me. We once went away for a weekend getaway at the Durham site. Ten minutes' drive away

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Tinwheeler replied on 05/01/2023 20:38

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Posted on 05/01/2023 20:36 by Cornersteady

Just being away in the caravan does it for me. We once went away for w weekend getaway at the Durham site. Ten minutes' drive away

Posted on 05/01/2023 20:38

It’s about a change of scene and a break from routine no matter where it is👍🏻

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