When is a rule not a rule?

Bazdownes replied on 19/04/2022 17:15

Posted on 19/04/2022 17:15

Just got back from Cromer Seacroft site where there are two notices at the entry stating “Sorry no arrivals before 1.00pm”. However on at least two occasions we witnessed people, not only arriving before 1.00pm but being booked in and allowed on site, why do I bother timing my journeys and / or stopping in lay-bys to ensure I arrive after the advertised time when the rule is so blatantly ignored by others (including the wardens who allow it to happen)? 🤬

mickysf replied on 21/04/2022 18:29

Posted on 21/04/2022 17:56 by EmilysDad

I fail to understand why anyone should take any notice of what time others are arriving .... 

Posted on 21/04/2022 18:29

 I do fail to understand why some don’t take any notice of the stipulated time.  After all, it seems to upset some. I don’t enjoy seeing anyone upset.

Tinwheeler replied on 21/04/2022 18:34

Posted on 21/04/2022 17:12 by mickysf

What I fail to understand is the need to blame others, or the club, for knowingly arriving too early at a site. Can anyone explain? 

Posted on 21/04/2022 18:34

No, I can’t but we’ve seen at least one poster brag on here that he turns up early on a regular basis. ☹️

mickysf replied on 21/04/2022 19:00

Posted on 21/04/2022 18:34 by Tinwheeler

No, I can’t but we’ve seen at least one poster brag on here that he turns up early on a regular basis. ☹️

Posted on 21/04/2022 19:00

They drive amongst us, Tinny. And against us!🤪

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JVB66 replied on 22/04/2022 18:03

Posted on 22/04/2022 17:52 by

If pitches were bookable it wouldn't matter greatly what time the customer arrived. I am on a commercial site where some people check in when the reception opens at 8,  I assume some spent the night or part of it outside the gate . I suppose it's possible they pay for an extra night in the same way some club members pay for late departures but am not interested enough to find out.

Posted on 22/04/2022 18:03

That then throws up another problem for those who are not familiar with the sitesurprised

peedee replied on 22/04/2022 18:19

Posted on 22/04/2022 18:03 by JVB66

That then throws up another problem for those who are not familiar with the sitesurprised

Posted on 22/04/2022 18:19

With Google maps and good site plans picking a pitch should be easier. It is not as though there are some really bad ones and does it matter if you are only staying a couple of nights or go off site a lot.

peedee

JVB66 replied on 22/04/2022 18:23

Posted on 22/04/2022 18:19 by peedee

With Google maps and good site plans picking a pitch should be easier. It is not as though there are some really bad ones and does it matter if you are only staying a couple of nights or go off site a lot.

peedee

Posted on 22/04/2022 18:23

It may suit a fewundecided

Rocky 2 buckets replied on 22/04/2022 18:35

Posted on 22/04/2022 18:19 by peedee

With Google maps and good site plans picking a pitch should be easier. It is not as though there are some really bad ones and does it matter if you are only staying a couple of nights or go off site a lot.

peedee

Posted on 22/04/2022 18:35

Google Earth is years out PD! don’t bet on it’s accuracy. Things change🤷🏻‍♂️

peedee replied on 22/04/2022 18:41

Posted on 22/04/2022 18:35 by Rocky 2 buckets

Google Earth is years out PD! don’t bet on it’s accuracy. Things change🤷🏻‍♂️

Posted on 22/04/2022 18:41

Campsites don''t change that much. While I say it should be easier I am not keen on the idea.

peedee

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