Good CL’s EHU’s & charges

I think if you go back 25-30 years ago, it was more likely that you would find the majority of CLs much more basic. Lots were on farms supplementing the major business, others were more “huge garden”, spare bit of nice land additional income for the home type of set ups. Some like this do still survive, although most are now into the next generation, and are likely to have had at least one change, say EHU, or HS made. The last twenty years or so has seen more open with more facilities, or existing CLs have put in a lot more facilities, such as shower blocks and toilets. That’s why some disappear off the CL network, having decided to extend the pitch numbers and after getting planning permission, and go independent. Being under the umbrella of the CAMC/C&CC is rather a good start up, you get advice, help, certification on setting up, then access to thousands of Members who belong to each Club, so it’s easy advertising, word of mouth. Websites such PitchUp, SearchforSites, etc…. Possibly weren’t around 20 years ago, but are there now for extra market penetration. The fact that the CLs/CS’s are part of the Clubs, is possibly another positive for many, as both Club’s on the whole are trusted brands.

Anyone who hasn’t used a CL, or CS in say the last 20, but particularly the last 10 years might be hugely surprised at just how lovely, well provided, well managed so many are, there are some that are much much nicer even than the poshest of Club Sites. But thankfully, the variety also means that you don’t have to have everything, and pay accordingly. 

There’s actually never been a better time to take up touring in UK, as the huge variety of options is out there now, and there is something for literally everyone’s taste, requirements and pockets. Albeit, a lot easier with a MH or Campervan, to have access to every choice.

Perfect explanation Ttda.

As to metering I'm not entirely convinced the "EHU charges should be metered" as stated by OP. There are members out there that just want to get on with their holiday without the bother/worry that metering brings. Getting an app or keeping a record or finding somewhere that provides cash etc. Personally I think some members will be happy having a reduction in fee and doing without EHU. There's still a fair number of CLs that don't have it at all. If metering is introduced by the owner then I hope they reduce the site fee by the appropriate average usage amount, otherwise why bother?

Oneputt hit the nail on the head with his reply. Location counts for so much but I'm not prepared to spend my precious "holiday" time on a wreck of a CL/CS or Site.

The beauty of the network though is the variety that can be found, which admittedly would put some non CL users off as they want conformity. You pays you money and takes your choice.

I had to chuckle at your “conformity” WN. You can often tell from reading reviews just how new to CL use some folks are….. quite different to Club Sites.