Christmas Day arrival advice

Henzy replied on 29/08/2016 12:26

Posted on 29/08/2016 12:26

I know its a bit early to ask,  but we are booked into Bridlington starting on xmas day.  Being relatively new to the sport, we were not sure what the procedure will be with ariving on xmas day itself, we certainly don't anticipate wardens working on that day.  Has anyone else any experience of xmas day arrival?  The app took the booking so we assumed it will be acceptable to arrive then? 

Philnffc replied on 30/08/2016 22:37

Posted on 30/08/2016 22:37

So why ask the question when he knows no one will be there. Boxing day is a normal day and only one day later

Moderator Edit:

A reasonable question considering that the OP is new to caravanning and isn't familiar with the procedure when the site reception is closed.

Tammygirl replied on 30/08/2016 22:49

Posted on 30/08/2016 22:49

I would think the wardens will allocate a pitch, tell him which one and let him get on with it until Boxing day. When booking a ferry pitch you have to phone up in advance pay over the phone for the 1 night and they leave you a note on the notice board, I would expect something along these lines.

Henzy replied on 31/08/2016 09:30

Posted on 31/08/2016 09:30

As per my initial post, Philnffc I certainly did not expect wardens to be working on christmas day, hence posing the question to those more knowledgable about carvanning and camping.  In the main I have received useful information and advice and will take this on board.  

jeffcc replied on 31/08/2016 10:34

Posted on 31/08/2016 10:34

Hi Henzy and welcome trust you get more uesful information from the forum I find it best to ignore certain posters like the one earlier. My motto is dont post a reply unless you have something constructive to say there are people on here who just seem to like to wind others up. Hope you have a good Xmas break we usualy do we go both xmas and new year.

Henzy replied on 31/08/2016 10:42

Posted on 31/08/2016 10:42

Thanks jeffcc, I did think my post had made clear my query as well as indicate my level of naivety.  Practorated comments do make one shy away from asking any questions in the future for fear of a backlash, however as I said the majority of people have been very helpful and constructive in their advice and opinions and we are keen to take on board all such.  Caravaning thus far for us has proved to be nothing but a positive experience and we look forward to many more years of this fabulous hobby.  

Philnffc replied on 31/08/2016 12:34

Posted on 31/08/2016 12:34

I wasn't trying to be funny but it is the only day of the year the Wardens get off and people still want to arrive. Yes the wardens wont be working but will still be on site but who do you expect to lift the barrier so you can get on site then??? and i was being constructive when i said Boxing day

Henzy replied on 31/08/2016 13:11

Posted on 31/08/2016 13:11

As initially stated, we are new to carvanning and the ins and outs of CC sites, hence posing what I thought was a reasonable request for advice.  Our question has been answered, we have spoken to the warden who is actually going to leave us access with some friends of ours who are arriving on xmas eve, so rest assured, no-ones christmas will be ruined due to our restricted holiday plans which are due to circumstances beyond our control. I hope this puts your mind at ease. 

Tinwheeler replied on 31/08/2016 13:14

Posted on 31/08/2016 13:14

Henzy, all your posts have been reasonable. You don't owe anyone any explanations and don't be put off posting again. 

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